About EDCT
Mission & Vision
The mission of the EDCT is to offer hope, help and support to all who are impacted by disordered eating.
We accomplish our mission by:
- Educating patients, families, professionals, and the community about eating disorders
- Facilitating a network of health care professionals to increase the availability of training opportunities and treatment resources for persons affected by eating disorders
- Advocating to both public and private sectors for compassionate, comprehensive, and accessible treatment for patients and families suffering from eating disorders
- Encouraging community-based outreach to foster prevention
- Supporting research into causes, prevention, and treatment outcomes
Our vision is to be recognized as Tennessee's premiere resource to fight disordered eating and promote healthy body images and positive relationships with food.
Our Story
Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee (EDCT) began in 1999 as a task force of health professionals seeking to create an organization that served as a contact point for Tennessee. Co-founded by Reba Sloan, MPH, LRD, FAED and Ovidio Bermudez, MD, the task force quickly became a coalition of both professionals and community members dedicated to educating, empowering, and supporting those affected by disordered eating.
In September 2002, the EDCT received its 501(c)(3) status. Since that time, the organization has been educating people across the state about the impact of eating disorders on the lives of individuals and their families. The EDCT continually serves as a resource for Tennesseans seeking assistance and support.