Treating More than the Disease: Whole Person Approaches to Managing Chronic Conditions National Learning Series (4 sessions)

Date and Time

March 18 - April 8, 2026
02:00PM - 03:00PM EDT

Location

Zoom

The Community Health Management Task Force, a collaboration of 13 National Training and Technical Assistance Partners, is excited to announce a 4-part National Learning Series. This series of four webinars will highlight promising practices that improve the prevention, treatment, and management of chronic conditions among health center patients through case studies on health literacy, co-occurring morbidities, patient experience, and food as medicine.

Session 1 (Wednesday, March 18 at 8 am HT / 11 am PT /  2 pm ET): Clear Communication, Better Outcomes: Universal Health Literacy Strategies for Chronic Condition Management (NTTAPS: NCECE, CSH, FJ)

Summary: Effective management of chronic conditions depends on a patient's ability to understand their health needs, navigate the healthcare system, and make informed decisions about their care. This session will offer strategies for enhancing health literacy universally to ensure all patients have the knowledge and confidence to engage meaningfully in their care.

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Session 2 (Wednesday, March 25 at 8 am HT / 11 am PT /  2 pm ET): Nourishment as Wellness: The Importance of Food in Chronic Condition Management

Summary: This session explores the powerful connection between food and chronic disease management, highlighting how intentional food choices can support and improve your health. Discover practical strategies for utilizing food as a therapeutic approach to manage symptoms, mitigate complications, and promote overall well-being.

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Session 3 (Wednesday, April 1 at 8 am HT / 11 am PT /  2 pm ET): Comorbidities: A Journey through Care

Summary: Patients with co-occurring morbidities present complex care needs. Told through one patient’s journey, this session will explore considerations, complications, and non-medical impacts on health before, during, and after the clinical encounter. 

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Session 4 (Wednesday, April 8 at 8 am HT / 11 am PT /  2 pm ET): Leveraging Technology to Enhance the Patient Experience

Summary: This session will explore how technology is reshaping provider‑patient communication in chronic disease management and redefining the patient experience. A panel of experts will showcase their favorite digital tools and real‑world engagement strategies. 

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For any questions, contact us at training@chcdiabetes.org