Robert F. Kushner, MD, MS, professor of medicine, and Linda Van Horn, PhD, RD, professor of preventive medicine, associate dean for faculty development, are directors of education for the NCCO.

For students

Center faculty members teach medical students, residents, and fellows about key topics within the obesity field.

For the community

Educating the public about obesity and its complications and related public health policy initiatives are important center functions.

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