Areas of Expertise

• Weight loss
• Eating disorders
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Hypertension
• Hypercholesterolemia
• Diabetes, including gestational diabetes
• Other special nutritional needs

Customized Nutrition Program Includes

• Personal goals and objectives that fit each individual’s lifestyle
• A “jump start” meal plan designed for fast weight loss results and increased motivation
• Identification of internal and external factors that are affecting weight loss efforts
• A low-glycemic food plan (if meal replacements are utilized)
• Diet recommendations based on the most up-to-date scientific research
• Ongoing patient education and information surrounding nutrition topics like macronutrients
• Regular visits with Westmed dietitian involving diet plan review, weight loss assessment, addressing hunger/cravings and any areas of difficulty (i.e. social events, traveling, stress, dining, grocery shopping, preparing healthy meals, etc.)
• Nutritional support for the bariatric program