The COVID-19 pandemic has been a wake-up call regarding the state of our health, individually and collectively. Our nation’s lack of health has left us blindsided and vulnerable to the ravages of COVID-19, particularly in minority and underserved communities. In particular, is the need to address the explosion of chronic disease that has plagued our country for decades. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine addresses the gaping void for quality, evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine medical education and certification as well as advocates for its members in their individual practices. Dr. Dexter Shurney, President of the college, talks with Mark Alyn about how Lifestyle Medicine saves lives.