ASN offers evidence-based nutrition education resources for health care providers
Rockville, MD (September 3, 2025) – The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) supports the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) August 27 call for the nation’s medical schools and training programs to add comprehensive nutrition education across all stages of physician training, from premedical education through continuing certification.
With largely preventable diet-related diseases among the top causes of death and economic burden in the U.S., integrating nutrition into medical training is essential to preparing future clinicians and reversing these trends. As the leading scientific society focused on nutrition research and practice, ASN has evidence-based nutrition resources to equip physicians and other health care professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide sound nutrition advice. Current resources and tools are available at nutrition.org/resources-for-healthcare-providers.
“The American Society for Nutrition has long supported the need for more nutrition education in medical schools and applauds this important initiative. Physicians and all health care professionals must have accurate nutrition knowledge to help Americans live healthier lives,” said John E. Courtney, Ph.D., ASN Chief Executive Officer. “ASN has advocated for the establishment of a coordinating center to align stakeholders, centralize resources, and strengthen training opportunities. Our organization is well positioned to provide the nutrition expertise and tools that medical schools and residency programs need to integrate meaningful nutrition education into their curricula.”
ASN is committed to working with educators, health systems, policymakers, and health care professionals to ensure that nutrition education is incorporated and sustained throughout medical training. Physicians should be equipped to recognize nutrition-related needs, provide basic counseling, and refer patients to registered dietitians (RDs/RDNs)for more specialized, in-depth care. Working together, health care teams can better prevent and manage chronic diseases and improve patient outcomes through optimal nutrition.
For physicians seeking to further expand their nutrition expertise, the National Board of Physician Nutrition Specialists (NBPNS) offers credentialing through an independent assessment and certification process. Earning certification as a Physician Nutrition Specialist demonstrates a physician’s advanced competency in clinical nutrition. More information is available at www.nbpns.org.
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About the American Society for Nutrition (ASN)
ASN is the preeminent professional organization for nutrition research scientists and clinicians around the world. Founded in 1928, the Society brings together the top nutrition researchers, medical practitioners, policy makers and industry leaders to advance our knowledge and application of nutrition. ASN publishes four peer-reviewed journals and provides education and professional development opportunities to advance nutrition research, practice, and education. Since 2018, ASN has presented NUTRITION, the leading global annual meeting for nutrition professionals. For more information, visit www.nutrition.org.
Media Contact: Gwen Twillman, ASN Chief Program Officer
