Erika Renick-Abbate
MS, RD

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Master of Science in Healthcare Management,
CUNY College of Staten Island 

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, University of Delaware 

Board-Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management,
 Commission on Dietetic Registration

How did you get into nutrition?

What does your ideal day off look like?

How would you describe your counseling style?

General healthy eating, weight loss, relationship with food and disordered eating, diabetes and pre-diabetes, and heart health

I got into nutrition sort of by accident. I was a biology major in college, but I felt I wasn't clicking with it. I knew that I loved science and wanted to continue my studies in that area. On the advice of a friend, I took a nutrition course and really enjoyed it! The following semester I switched my major to nutrition and dietetics.

My ideal day off involves a combination of a bike ride and beach time. I love biking in the Rockaways along the boardwalk and through Belle Harbor. Afterwards, I go to Long Beach to relax and cool off in the ocean. On perfect summer nights my husband and I enjoy dinner on the beach together. It doesn't get much better than that!

My counseling style is empathetic, direct, and empowering. I aim for a collaborative and inclusive environment with my patients - I firmly believe that all foods can be part of a healthy diet and that labeling foods as off-limits only sets us back in our physical and mental health goals. 

education & Training

Specialties

FAVORITE MEAL OR SNACK- go!

Eggplant parm