Jonathan Gabison
Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine
Interim Medical Director

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Jonathan Gabison
Clinical Assistant Professor
  • About
  • Research Overview
  • Recent Publications
  • About

    Dr. Jonathan Gabison, an Assistant Professor in Family Medicine at the University of Michigan, stands at the forefront of chronic disease management with a focus on obesity and diabetes. Board-certified in Obesity Medicine, his expertise extends to the development of innovative programs and curricula aimed at improving the treatment and understanding of obesity and related metabolic diseases within primary care settings. Dr. Gabison's passion for education is evident in his role as a clinical content expert for the Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes and his contributions to the Obesity Medicine Association's CIT Education committee. Through his work with the University of Michigan's Weight Navigation Program and the creation of a behavioral program, he actively engages in outcomes and quality improvement research. His dedication to teaching is underscored by his development of an Obesity Medicine curriculum for Family Medicine Residency, aiming to advance the practice and understanding of obesity medicine. Dr. Gabison's commitment to his patients and students alike illuminates his passion for fostering a healthier future through education, research, and clinical excellence.

    Research Overview

    Dr. Jonathan Gabison's research interests span the critical areas of obesity medicine and chronic disease management, with a strong emphasis on diabetes and obesity. His approach is characterized by a collaborative spirit, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and refine innovative programs like the Weight Navigation Program and the Obesity Medicine curriculum at the University of Michigan. These initiatives underscore his commitment to addressing the complex challenges of obesity counseling and treatment in primary care settings. As a key member of the Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes (MCT2D), Dr. Gabison actively participates in efforts to enhance the care and outcomes for patients with diabetes across Michigan, advocating for evidence-based, equitable healthcare practices. His research reflects a collective endeavor to advance understanding and improve interventions in obesity and diabetes management, emphasizing the synergy of team-based research in achieving impactful healthcare outcomes.

    Recent Publications See All Publications
    • Journal Article
      The Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes (MCT2D): Development and implementation of a statewide collaborative quality initiative.
      Oshman L, Bhomia N, Diez HL, Gabison J, Gorin SS, Griauzde DH, Hisamatsu R, Heung M, Jamison CD, Khosrovaneh K, Kim N, Lee JM, Mizokami-Stout K, Pop-Busui R, Rau J, Reiss J, Saran R, Young L, Aikens JE, Richardson C. BMC Health Serv Res, 2024 Oct 17; 24 (1): 1254 DOI:10.1186/s12913-024-11520-z
      PMID: 39420291
    • Journal Article
      Supporting faculty development for obesity education: A National Survey of United States family medicine residency programme directors.
      Gabison J, Palazzolo B, Saleh C, Ritchie O, Sheehan K, Othman A, Harper DM, Oshman L. Clin Obes, 2024 Aug; 14 (4): e12654 DOI:10.1111/cob.12654
      PMID: 38525544
    • Additional Scholarship
      Loss of Coverage for GLPs: Primary care physicians' views on supporting patients who lose insurance coverage for GLP-1 medications for weight management
      Oshman L, Arizaca-Dileo P, Griauzde D, Vicenzi-Bal A, Kagzi A, Othman A, Gabison J, Rothberg A, Kraftson A. 2024 Jun 11; DOI:10.7302/24400
    • Journal Article
      Evaluation of a Primary Care-based Weight Navigation Program: a Matched Cohort Analysis
      Griauzde DH, Turner CD, Othman A, Oshman L, Gabison J, Arizaca-Dileo PK, Walford E, Henderson J, Beckius D, Lee J, Carter E, Dallas C, Herrera-Theut1 K, Richardson CR, Kullgren J, Piatt G, Heisler M, Kraftson A. JAMA Network Open, 2024 May; 7 (5): e2412192 - e2412192.
    • Journal Article
      GLP-1 RAs and SGLT2-Is to Lower Glucose and Reduce the Risk of Cardiovascular and Diabetic Kidney Disease.
      Morrison L, Gabison J, Oshman L. J Am Board Fam Med, 2024 37 (3): 372 - 382. DOI:10.3122/jabfm.2023.230455R1
      PMID: 39142859
    • Journal Article
      Is Prediabetes Overdiagnosed? No: A Clinician's Perspective.
      Gabison JG. Ann Fam Med, 2024 May 28; 22 (3): 251 - 253. DOI:10.1370/afm.3101
      PMID: 38438252
    • Journal Article
      A Primary Care-Based Weight Navigation Program.
      Griauzde DH, Turner CD, Othman A, Oshman L, Gabison J, Arizaca-Dileo PK, Walford E, Henderson J, Beckius D, Lee JM, Carter EW, Dallas C, Herrera-Theut K, Richardson CR, Kullgren JT, Piatt G, Heisler M, Kraftson A. JAMA Netw Open, 2024 May 1; 7 (5): e2412192 DOI:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.12192
      PMID: 38771575
    • Presentation
      Case-based Approaches to Diabetes Management. Update in Family Medicine CME Course.
      Gabison J, Morrison L. 2023 Oct;