Fruit Street

Job Title: Endocrinologist – Advisory Board Member

Location: Remote

Engagement: Part-Time Advisory Board Member for Diabetes Prevention Startup

Compensation: Sweat Equity

About Fruit Street Health

Fruit Street Health is a CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program designed to help patients with prediabetes prevent the progression to Type 2 diabetes through diet and lifestyle changes. The program is delivered via telehealth and live group Zoom sessions, led by registered dietitians, and offers a comprehensive, interactive approach to chronic disease prevention.

Our Status as a Public Benefit Corporation

Fruit Street Health is a public benefit corporation dedicated to making a social impact through diabetes prevention. Our mission is to reduce the burden of chronic disease by providing accessible, effective, and evidence-based interventions that empower individuals to take control of their health. As a public benefit corporation, we prioritize health outcomes and community well-being over short-term profits, ensuring that our work benefits both individuals and the broader healthcare system. We believe that innovative digital health solutions can transform preventive care and improve health equity for at-risk populations.

How the Diabetes Prevention Program Works

• 12-month program with 22 live, 1-hour group classes on Zoom
• Guidance on diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management from expert dietitians
• Wireless scale provided for real-time tracking of weight and activity
• Direct text communication between patients and dietitians
• Photo-based meal tracking with personalized feedback
• Medically tailored meals delivered to participants' homes

Watch our program in action: Fruit Street Diabetes Prevention Program Overview

About the Role

We are seeking endocrinologists to serve as advisory board members for Fruit Street Health. In this role, you will provide strategic guidance on the clinical direction and implementation of our Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) with a focus on enrolling patients with prediabetes. You will help shape best practices and support the expansion of our program to improve diabetes prevention and management for at-risk populations in endocrinology practices.

As an endocrinology advisory board member, you will:

• Advocate for the program within your local physician network and encourage referrals of Medicare beneficiaries with prediabetes
• Advise on integrating the diabetes prevention program into endocrinology practices to improve accessibility and patient outcomes
• Provide clinical insights to refine program guidelines and implementation strategies specific to patients with endocrine-related conditions
• Engage with healthcare executives and insurers to support program adoption within Medicare and endocrinology-focused care models
• Network with Medicare Advantage plans, primary care providers, and state health departments to promote the diabetes prevention program and expand access
• Develop strategies to improve education and awareness about diabetes prevention among endocrinology patients and providers
• Attend major conferences such as the annual AACE (American Association of Clinical Endocrinology) conference on behalf of Fruit Street, with a travel stipend provided

Qualifications

• Board-certified endocrinologist (MD/DO)
• Experience in chronic disease prevention, public health, or population health is preferred
• Strong interest in digital health innovation and telemedicine
• Passion for preventative care and improving health outcomes for patients with endocrine-related conditions

Why Join Us?

• Equity-based compensation in a growing digital health company
• Shape the future of diabetes prevention for patients with endocrine disorders through clinical expertise and innovation
• Expand access to preventative care and improve community health
• Collaborate with like-minded healthcare leaders
• Travel stipend for attending key industry conferences

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fruit Street Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives to contribute to our mission. We are an equal opportunity organization and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Interested in making a difference? Apply today.

Company Website: https://www.fruitstreet.com/

Company Address: 5601 Bridge Street, Suite 300, Office 353A, Fort Worth, Texas 76112