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Nutrition Therapy - Outpatient
The Ambulatory Nutrition Services Department provides Nutrition therapy and Nutrition counseling by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists for outpatients in a clinic setting. Our goal is to promote healthy eating, prevent disease and help with chronic disease management – to contribute to the health and wellness of our diverse community.
We collaborate and partner with multiple departments such as Public Health and Ambulatory Health Education Department to cultivate a healthier community. Additionally, we offer continuation of care to patients after they are discharged from the hospital.
Individual appointment times and one-on-one classes are currently being offered. Group classes are on hold due to COVID-19 until further notice
Our Services - Outpatient
Our experienced Clinical Dietitians provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nutrition counseling/education and meal planning services for the following specialties:
Diabetes & Pre-Diabetes – Blood sugar management to prevent or control adult diabetes.
Gestational Diabetes – Nutrition management for those with Diabetes during pregnancy.
High Risk Obstetrics – Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP) for high-risk non-diabetic pregnancies.
Chronic Kidney Disease – Nutrition intervention to prevent or delay progression of kidney disease in adults.
Hemodialysis – Nutritional intervention for adults with kidney failure on Hemodialysis.
Peritoneal Dialysis – Nutritional intervention for adults with kidney failure on Peritoneal Dialysis.
Physical Medicine and Rehab – Medical Nutrition therapy for patients with neurological disorders, spinal cord & brain injuries, and strokes.
Oncology – Medical Nutrition therapy for cancer patients.
Pediatrics – Medical Nutrition management for individuals <18 years old with various diagnoses.
Pediatric Healthy Lifestyles – Family-centered lifestyle management and medical interventions for children and youth (12 months to <18 years) at risk for Type 2 diabetes and other lifestyle-related conditions.
Cardiology – Nutrition intervention for those with cardiac disorders.
Gastroenterology – Nutrition therapy for those with gastrointestinal or hepatic disorders.
Obesity – Medical Nutrition Therapy for adult weight management.
Pulmonology – Nutritional support for adults with lung disease or other related conditions.
Homeless Healthcare – Nutritional guidance and counseling for those in the Valley Homeless Healthcare Program (VHHP).
HIV – Nutritional intervention and diet counseling for HIV positive individuals.