Preventing the Four Horsemen of Chronic Disease: A Proactive Approach to Workforce Health
Preventing the Four Horsemen of Chronic Disease: A Proactive Approach to Workforce Health
Thursday, March 26, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
Chronic disease remains the leading driver of healthcare costs, employee absenteeism, and long-term disability, yet many of the most serious conditions are preventable with early awareness and intentional action.
In this timely and informative session, we will explore the Four Horsemen of chronic disease:
- Metabolic Dysfunction
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Neurodegenerative Disease
- Cancer
Participants will gain practical strategies to reduce risk at both the individual and organizational level, empowering leaders to take a more proactive approach to workforce health.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify the four primary drivers of chronic disease and understand how they are interconnected
- Recognize early warning signs and key risk factors across the four conditions
- Apply evidence-based prevention strategies at the individual level
- Explore organizational initiatives that support employee health and reduce long-term healthcare costs
- Understand how proactive, personalized care models can strengthen workplace wellness strategies
Continuing Education Credit | 1 HRCI CEU/SHRM PDC
Codes will be provided at the conclusion of the live presentation.
About the Presenter
Jennifer Tutt, M.D., Concierge Doctor, PartnerMD
As a board-certified family physician and concierge doctor in Sandy Springs, GA, Dr. Jennifer Tutt believes great healthcare isn’t just about addressing symptoms. It’s about finding the root cause of an issue and working holistically to improve overall health.
Dr. Tutt’s proactive, prevention-focused approach means looking at the whole picture. Sometimes that involves medication, but it can also include other lifestyle changes that treat the root cause and support long-term health.
She loves guiding and supporting her patients toward healthier habits, whether that’s through regular check-ins or just having honest conversations about what’s working and what’s not. “I try to relate and understand your situation. With my team, we try to help develop realistic solutions that can prevent the need for medication,” Dr. Tutt says. “Most of all, I aim to educate but not overwhelm.”
Dr. Tutt has more than 20 years of experience forming genuine connections with her patients. She has extensive experience helping patients manage diabetes and helping women address menopausal symptoms, explore hormonal imbalances, and find personalized solutions for managing perimenopause and post menopause health concerns. Read Full Bio
Francisco Carreño, Ph.D., Certified Health Coach, PartnerMD
As a certified health coach in Sandy Springs, GA, Francisco Carreño, Ph.D., is passionate about nutrition, exercise, and helping patients optimize their health at all stages of life.
Dr. Carreño uses his education and experience to help patients understand the processes occurring at the cellular level and how proper interventions can result in improved metabolic, functional, and overall health outcomes. He earned his Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Granada (Spain) and the University Pablo de Olavide in Seville (Spain).
Dr. Carreño provides health coaching via individualized nutrition and exercise advice that is built on his deep understanding of the science. He has worked with everyone from busy executives and professional athletes to the everyday person who just wants to improve their lifestyle habits as they age.
Dr. Carreño loves to engage with his patients and find new ways to merge science-based strategies with every patient’s unique situation, finding the solution that best works for them. "When I first meet a patient, I want to find out how eager they are to make a change," he says. "I want them to trust the process and focus on the present step — to be open to learning a new dance between their big-picture goal and the current task."
Sponsor
This program is included in SHRM-Atlanta membership.