MOAI: Metabolic Optimization and Aging Initiative
Overview: The MOAI program aims to empower healthcare professionals through collaborative learning, enhancing their understanding of metabolic health and lifestyle medicine with strategies for promoting longevity and quality of life in themselves and their patients.
1. M – Metabolic Health Education
– Interactive sessions on metabolic health that include discussions on how metabolic changes can impact overall well-being as we age.
– Experts share insights on metabolic disorders, menopause, and the role of HRT in managing symptoms, while emphasizing the importance of aging gracefully.
2. O – Optimization of Wellness Strategies
– Lifestyle Intervention Modules: Training on effective lifestyle changes that support skin care, nutrition, and physical activity, tailored for individuals experiencing perimenopause or menopause.
– Incorporating mental and emotional wellness into patient care, including support for navigating the challenges of aging and end-of-life considerations.
3. A – Aging and Longevity Practices
– Evidence-Based Practices: Discuss the science of aging and best practices for enhancing longevity, including skin care routines that promote health and vitality.
– Preventative Care: Emphasize the importance of early intervention and preventive measures in populations of all ages, but including education about HRT and options for comprehensive end-of-life care.
4. I – Improving Quality of Life Across the Age Spectrum
– Patient-Centered Care: Strategies for tailoring interventions to individual patient needs, including optimizing financial wellness as healthcare costs continue to rise.
– Support Systems: Building networks for ongoing support and resources, focusing on community-based initiatives that address aging, end-of-life care, and holistic wellness.
Kate Haggerty, MD, MPH 