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Hospitals Transform Menus to Boost Recovery and Satisfaction

10/16/2025

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Hospitals nationwide are revamping food services under "Food is Medicine" to boost patient recovery and satisfaction.
Emory University and Northwell Health lead the effort, with Emory's menu including plant-based options and Northwell eliminating fryers to emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
These changes have driven higher patient satisfaction, with some hospitals reporting approval ratings above 90%.
The movement has bipartisan support, underscoring nutrition's role in healthcare and chronic disease management.

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Story summary

Hospitals nationwide are revamping food services under "Food is Medicine" to boost patient recovery and satisfaction.
Emory University and Northwell Health lead the effort, with Emory's menu including plant-based options and Northwell eliminating fryers to emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
These changes have driven higher patient satisfaction, with some hospitals reporting approval ratings above 90%.
The movement has bipartisan support, underscoring nutrition's role in healthcare and chronic disease management.