Reimagining nutrition care.
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We're starting a nutrition revolution to make personalized, clinical nutrition care accessible to everyone.
Nutrition care for every BODY.
Nutrition is the foundation of health, but there is a clear gap in accessing trustworthy, affordable, and relatable nutrition care that actually improves health. Culina Health is here to bridge that gap with inclusive care that emphasizes science, collaboration, and support so you can transform your health and get lasting results.
Shape.com
Best Online Nutritionists of 2022 & 2023
Very Well Family
Best Online Nutritionist with In Network Coverage of 2023
Winners of the NFLPA Pitch Day 2023
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We believe in
Accessibility
Everyone should have access to up-to-date, evidence-based nutrition care. We take insurance so we can serve people in most states across the US.
Collaboration
Listening and working with you, not against you, empowers you to gain confidence in your health. We also collaborate with the rest of your healthcare team because it takes a village to get better health outcomes.
Inclusivity
Health is a human right, and everyone deserves to feel well. We respect you, regardless of your background, body size, or health conditions.
Innovation
At the forefront of healthcare technology, we find new and better ways of doing things, so you can focus on feeling your best.
Science
Our care is always informed by the latest nutrition, health, and lifestyle research. We go deeper and make nutrition science more accessible and practical to your life.
Trust
The provider and patient relationship is sacred. We build trust by communicating openly and honestly with you about your health and your healthcare costs.
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Meet our Leadership Team
Vanessa Rissetto, MS, RDN
Co-Founder & CEO
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Steve Kuyan
Co-Founder & President
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Tamar Samuels, MS, RDN
Co-Founder &
Vice President
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Kayleen St. John, MS, RDN
VP of Strategy
Robyn Ziemba, MS, RDN
VP of Care Operations
Stacie Velehraddky
VP of Product
Elizabeth Tallerico, MS, RDN
VP of Clinical Care & Research
Audrey Vital
Director of Patient Success
Mary Matone, MS, RDN
Director of Operations
Meet our Scientific Advisory Board
Jessica Shepherd
MD, MBA, FACOG
Board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and Chief Medical Officer at Verywell Health. Dr. Shepherd is also a physician media expert for Good Morning America, The Today Show, Steve Harvey, and more.
Shika Pappoe
MD, MPH, MBA
Board-certified in nephrology and internal medicine, Dr. Pappoe is the Chief Medical Officer at Strive Health. She completed her medical degree at Yale University, her MPH from Harvard University, and her MBA from Wharton.
Benjamin Salter DO
Board-certified doctor in osteopathic medicine, Dr. Salter is an assistant professor in anesthesiology and perioperative pain medicine, and the program director for the adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Yevgenia Pashinsky MD
Board-certified gastroenterologist at New York Gastroenterology Associates. Dr. Pashinsky completed medical school at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and her fellowship and residency at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Patricia Davidson
RDN, CDCES, FAND
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and Professor at West Chester University-PA. Dr. Davidson has worked as a nutrition clinician, researcher, and educator for over 30 years.
