UPMC Lifestyle Medicine

Lifestyle Medicine applies evidence-based, whole-person, prescriptive lifestyle change to treat and, in some cases, reverse such conditions. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Lifestyle Medicine is a fully-virtual medical specialty that follows the American College of Lifestyle Medicine recommendations to approach care though the lens of six pillars: plant-predominant nutrition, restorative sleep, physical activity and movement, positive relationships and social connections, stress management, and avoidance of risky substances. Our flagship service is group medical visits, an interactive environment allowing multiple patients to be seen at the same time to manage similar symptoms or interests related to chronic disease, improving access to healthcare providers, increasing patient participation in managing health, and providing the very important aspects of counseling and support. Check out our videos to learn more about Lifestyle Medicine @ UPMC.