Dietitian/Nutritionist

The nutrition department is staffed by a Registered Dietitian, who is also credentialed as a Certified N.Y. State Dietitian/Nutritionist and a Certified Diabetes Educator and has 20 years of experience in working with patients in the area of nutrition and diabetes self-management education.. 

Apppointments focus on assessing educational needs and providing appropriate interventions which focus on, but are not limited to, the following diagnoses:

Diagnoses / Problems Treated:

  • diabetes
  • weight loss
  • heart disease
  • high cholesterol
  • hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • kidney disease
  • cancer
  • general wellness

Educational interventions include supporting patients in making behavior changes, assisting them in re-thinking food and how food choices are made, and goal setting. A variety of education materials are used including print material, visual aids and tips & tricks to estimate portion sizes and a balanced plate. Grocery shopping, food label reading, the mind-body connection to food, and distinguishing between hunger and cravings are among the topics frequently discussed.

Educational sessions are individualized to meet each patient's specific needs. Goals are set and follow-up appointments are made based on need.

 


To learn more about Nutrition, please call 845-565-9800 today to schedule a consultation or try our online contact form.
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