Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont have appointed Keri LeCompte as their first Program Director for Lifestyle Medicine, in an effort to address chronic diseases through sustainable behavior change, while also helping reduce provider burnout.
Lifestyle medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that centers on the individual’s approach to food, physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management and the avoidance of risky substances. It seeks to empower individuals by providing resources for making healthy lifestyle choices with the goal of achieving better overall health outcomes. The strategies focus on whole-foods, plant-based eating, getting regular physical activity, promoting restorative sleep habits and engaging in stress management techniques such as yoga or mindfulness meditation.
LeCompte has been working with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont as part of many different initiatives over the past 10 years such as developing medication therapy management programs and academic detailing efforts. Most recently she was featured on Vermont Public Radio discussing lifestyle medicine practices and plant based diets.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield have been offering Vermonters innovative plan options for more than 30 years now; LeCompte’s appointment as Program Director for Lifestyle Medicine is a testament to this commitment they have to improve the health of their members by attacking chronic diseases at its root causes rather than just treating symptoms with traditional healthcare models.
The introduction of lifestyle medicine into healthcare is helping to revolutionize how medical professionals think about preventative care. With new insights into nutrition science backed up by evidence-based research, individuals are being empowered to take control of their own health journeys; something that LeCompte is passionate about contributing towards at Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Keri LeCompte is an enthusiastic advocate for leading healthier lives through lifestyle medicine practices; her expertise will be invaluable in ensuring that Vermonters get access to better quality healthcare at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont. Her dedication towards providing greater access to healthcare services through an innovative approach proves that this landmark insurance company is determined to provide its members with top-notch service.
With LeCompte as Program Director for Lifestyle Medicine, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is well-positioned to continue its legacy of providing reliable health care coverage for the people of Vermont. LeCompte said: “I’m proud to be part of a healthcare system that understands the value of lifestyle medicine and is committed to helping Vermonters achieve better health outcomes through preventive care and lifestyle education. I’m pleased to be part of a team that is dedicated to making sure that everyone in Vermont has access to quality healthcare services.”
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont’s commitment to providing its members with access to top-notch care by introducing Lifestyle Medicine is indicative of their dedication to the health and wellbeing of Vermonters. This appointment further demonstrates their proactive approach to healthcare, providing individuals with better access to quality care.
