The Georgia Food Is Medicine Summit, presented by Open Hand and Emory Healthcare, will convene healthcare leaders, policymakers, corporate partners, and advocates from across the Southeast to explore the critical role of nutrition in healthcare.
As a charter member of the national Food Is Medicine Coalition and leader in medically tailored meal deliver and health equity, Open Hand is uniquely positioned as a thought leader in this movement.
This inaugural event will spotlight best practices, groundbreaking research, and real-world case studies on integrating nutrition into healthcare systems. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with leaders in healthcare and public policy, participate in thought-provoking panel discussions, and engage in interactive workshops designed to inspire collaboration and innovation. The one-day summit will feature dynamic expert-led panels, insightful keynote presentations, and strategic sessions designed to accelerate the scaling of Food Is Medicine programs and foster transformative partnerships in healthcare to support the Food Is Medicine movement.
Thanks to the incredible response, the Georgia Food is Medicine Summit has reached capacity and is now open to waitlist only. Please complete our interest form below to be added. If spots become available, we’ll notify you right away.
A special thank you to our sponsors, American Heart Association, Kaiser Permanente, and Molina Healthcare for making this event possible. Your support ensures we can bring together leaders and innovators for this extraordinary experience.
Who Should Attend:
Professionals working in health plans, healthcare systems, and academic institutions throughout the Southeast.
What to Expect:
- Leading voices in Food is Medicine innovation
- Case studies from local and national models
- Practical strategies to improve outcomes through nutrition
- Networking with clinicians, care managers, researchers & policy experts
Details:
- Date: Oct 31, 2025
- Time: 8:00am - 2:30pm
- Location: Emory University Hospital Midtown, 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308
- Cost: Free with registration (required)
Still Available, Spice Up Your Practice: Culinary Medicine for Hypertension Control
Thursday, October 30th, 1-3pm, Open Hand Campus
Event includes options to receive CME/CE credits while gaining valuable nutrition education and enjoying a delicious, plant-based meal, prepared by you.
- Analyze the pathophysiology of dietary patterns on blood pressure control.
- Understand the role of sodium and potassium intake on blood pressure management.
- Identify key components of the DASH diet and compare it to the Mediterranean diet.
- Demonstrate culinary techniques that maximize flavor while minimizing sodium content.
- Apply specific, evidence-based nutrition recommendations for managing blood pressure, in
addition to pharmacologic management, in the clinical setting.
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Together, we can build a healthier future by making medically tailored meals an integral part of healthcare.