Fellowship in Preventive & Lifestyle Medicine
Designed by Skillversity
Course Overview
The Fellowship in Preventive & Lifestyle Medicine is a comprehensive clinical training program designed for medical professionals who wish to focus on disease prevention, risk reduction, and long-term health optimization.
The program emphasizes obesity management, lifestyle modification strategies, metabolic syndrome management, and preventive screening protocols. The curriculum integrates evidence-based preventive medicine principles with practical counseling techniques and case-based discussions to promote sustainable health outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria
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MBBS and above (MD/DNB in relevant specialties preferred but not mandatory)
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Medical professionals interested in preventive and lifestyle medicine
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Practicing clinicians seeking structured training in chronic disease prevention
Course Duration
12 Months (1 Year) – Comprehensive Clinical Training
Includes:
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Lifestyle counseling workshops
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Preventive screening modules
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Case-based discussions
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Metabolic health management sessions
Course Content – Module Breakdown
Module 1: Foundations of Preventive Medicine
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Levels of prevention (primary, secondary, tertiary)
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Epidemiology basics
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Risk factor identification
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Population health principles
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Evidence-based prevention strategies
Module 2: Obesity Management
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Pathophysiology of obesity
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BMI and body composition assessment
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Dietary planning principles
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Pharmacological management basics
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Behavioral interventions
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Bariatric surgery overview
Module 3: Lifestyle Modification Strategies
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Nutrition counseling
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Physical activity guidelines
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Sleep hygiene
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Stress management techniques
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Tobacco and alcohol cessation counseling
Module 4: Metabolic Syndrome
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Diagnostic criteria
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Insulin resistance
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Dyslipidemia management
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Hypertension in metabolic syndrome
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Long-term monitoring
Module 5: Preventive Screening Protocols
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Screening for diabetes
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Cardiovascular risk assessment
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Cancer screening basics
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Thyroid screening
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Osteoporosis screening
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Age-specific health check-ups
Module 6: Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
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Lipid management
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Blood pressure control
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Lifestyle-based interventions
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Risk scoring systems
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Preventive pharmacotherapy basics
Module 7: Diabetes Prevention & Reversal Basics
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Prediabetes management
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Glycemic monitoring
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Diet and exercise interventions
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Patient education strategies
Module 8: Nutrition & Functional Health
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Macronutrients and micronutrients
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Anti-inflammatory diet principles
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Gut health basics
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Supplement overview
Module 9: Workplace & Community Health Programs
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Corporate wellness programs
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Health awareness campaigns
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Community-based preventive initiatives
Module 10: Behavioral Change & Counseling Skills
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Motivational interviewing
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Goal-setting strategies
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Habit formation science
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Patient adherence improvement
Module 11: Digital Health & Preventive Monitoring
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Use of wearable devices
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Health tracking apps
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Telemedicine in preventive care
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Data interpretation basics
Module 12: Practical Training & Case-Based Learning
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Obesity management case discussions
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Lifestyle modification planning workshops
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Preventive screening simulations
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Risk assessment exercises
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Logbook completion
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Final assessment and viva
Hands-On Training & Clinical Exposure
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Lifestyle counseling practice sessions
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Risk assessment workshops
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Preventive health check-up exposure
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Case-based chronic disease management discussions
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Patient education simulations
Certification & Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion, participants will receive:
Skillversity Fellowship in Preventive & Lifestyle Medicine
Career opportunities include:
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Preventive Health Clinics
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Lifestyle & Wellness Centers
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Corporate Wellness Programs
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Multispecialty Hospitals
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Independent Lifestyle Medicine Practice
Why Choose Skillversity?
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Structured preventive health-focused curriculum
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Emphasis on practical lifestyle counseling
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Evidence-based chronic disease prevention approach
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Case-based and skill-oriented learning
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Training aligned with modern preventive medicine standards
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