PT  - JOURNAL ARTICLE
ED  - Eckel, Robert
TI  - AHA President Encourages Cardiologists to Help Patients Change Lifestyle Habits
DP  - 2005  01
TA  - MD Conference Express
PG  - 13--13
VI  - 5
IP  - 1
4099  - http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/5/1/13.1.short
4100  - http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/5/1/13.1.full
AB  - Physicians are aware of the effects of diet, exercise and weight on cardiovascular risk factors, yet they may be reluctant to address nutrition and physical activity with their patients. Lack of time, a belief that lifestyle changes don't work, and not knowing how to counsel patients all contribute to a doctor-patient silence around this important topic.