Jonathan Gabison

Jonathan Gabison
Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine
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Jonathan Gabison
Jonathan Gabison
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  • 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. 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. As the Associate Program Director, he is currently developing the Michigan Medicine Obesity Medicine Fellowship, creating a comprehensive training program to prepare the next generation of obesity medicine specialists. Dr. Gabison's commitment to his patients and students alike illuminates his passion for fostering a healthier future through education, research, and clinical excellence.

    Qualifications

    • BA
      Florida International University, Miami, Florida, United States
      2010 - 2012
    • BA
      University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States
      2002 - 2006

    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

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    • Journal Article
      Leveraging clinical decision support system tools for childhood overweight/obesity management
      Wardell JR, Shaska N, Ahmed Z, Gregg B, Singer K, Lee JE, Hirschfeld E, Garrity A, Woolford S, Peterson KE, Bragg-Gresham J, Orringer K, Oshman L, Gabison J, Mohammed L, Yoon E, Bilhartz J, Burns B, Lee JM. BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making, 2026 Dec 1; 26 (1): DOI:10.1186/s12911-025-03293-0
      PMID: 41388408
    • Journal Article
      A survey of primary care physicians' views on supporting patients who lose insurance coverage for Glucagon-Like Peptide-1-based drugs for weight management
      Oshman L, Runyon A, Vicenzi Bal A, Arizaca-Dileo P, Sen A, Othman A, Gabison J, Rothberg A, Kraftson A, Griauzde DH, Fendrick AM. Obesity Pillars, 2026 Jul 20; 19 (September 2026):
    • Presentation
      Obesity Management: A Primary Care Primer
      Gabison J. 2026 Aug 18;
    • Presentation
      Obesity Pharmacotherapy in 2026: Agents, Evidence and Access
      Gabison J. 2026 Aug 18;
    • Presentation
      Prediabetes: The High-Leverage Window
      Gabison J. 2026 Aug 18;
    • Additional Scholarship
      Medicare rolls out $50 GLP-1 drugs. ‘Pandemonium’ ahead for Michigan doctors?
      Erb R. 2026 Jul 1;
    • Presentation
      Diabetes Management: A Care Manager's Playbook
      Gabison J. 2026 Jun 25;
    • Additional Scholarship
      Can You Actually ‘Boost’ Your Metabolism?
      Stiehl C. 2026 Jul 1;

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