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We Know New York
Most importantly, we understand the unique lifestyle enjoyed by New Yorkers. In a city with some of the best food (and food choices!) in the world, it’s important to slow down and enjoy the nourishing effects of great nutrition. Whether you eat your meals on-the-go, savor dinner at midnight, meal prep in a shoe box, or store literal shoe boxes in your oven, we get it and we have your back. Our personalized nutrition care will help you live your best life in your city, on your schedule.
Prior to joining Culina Health, Melissa worked in both the inpatient and outpatient settings, most recently using her extensive diabetes knowledge to improve her patient’s outcomes through nutrition and lifestyle modifications at NYU Langone Health.
Melissa employs a warm, empowering, weight-neutral counseling style. She has a MS in Clinical Nutrition from New York University, and completed her dietetic internship at NYU and New York Methodist Hospital. Her speciality areas include pre-diabetes, diabetes, gestational diabetes, and cardiovascular health.
Meet Our New York Licensed Dietitians
Phoo has cultivated his knowledge and expertise in medical nutrition therapy in various hospital systems throughout New York City, such as Lenox Hill Hospital, Jamaica Hospital Center, Kings County Hospital, and more. He maintains a strong network of clinicians and medical experts throughout the city.
Phoo has a BS in Nutrition and Dietetics from Queens College, a MS in Nutrition and Exercise from Queens College where he completed his dietetic internship, and a MS in Clinical Nutrition from New York Institute of Technology.
Conditions We Treat
Our registered dietitian nutritionists meet with patients virtually to support their nutrition care for a variety of health diagnoses and conditions, including patients with chronic diseases and presenting with multiple conditions. We always take into account patient lifestyle, culture, environment, schedule, and other preferences in our care plans.
Sustainable Weight Loss
Stop counting calories and going on restrictive diets.
Gastrointestinal and Gut Health
Gain control of your gastrointestinal and digestive symptoms.
Heart and Cardiovascular Health
Reduce your cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
Diabetes and Prediabetes
Hormone Health
General Healthy Eating and Wellness
Autoimmune and Inflammation
Pregnancy and Postpartum Nutrition
Eating Disorders
Exercise and Sports Nutrition
Pediatric and Family Nutrition
Cancer Care Nutrition
How Virtual Nutrition Care Works
One-on-one support on your schedule, in the comfort of your own space.
Match with a Registered Dietitian
Verify your insurance coverage
Meet your RD one-on-one virtually
Use our app for ongoing support
FAQs
What can a registered dietitian licensed in my state help me with?
Culina Health registered dietitians specialize in all areas of wellness including general healthy eating, eating disorders, and chronic disease prevention and treatment. Our patients frequently come to us for support with sustainable weight loss, GI and digestive health issues, heart disease and cardiovascular health, diabetes prevention and management, and conditions caused by hormonal dysregulation.
How do I find a registered dietitian licensed in my state who can work with me?
We’re so glad you asked. Book your first session to share a little bit more about your health needs and counseling preferences, and we will match you with a registered dietitian licensed to practice in your state. You can also browse all of our registered dietitians.
Why does a registered dietitian need to be licensed in my state for virtual appointments?
Since registered dietitians provide medical nutrition therapy to patients, they must abide by the licensure laws of the state in which they are practicing. If a registered dietitian is located in a different state than their patient, the patient’s state is considered the practice location (even if sessions are held online). We will help you find a registered dietitian nutritionist licensed to provide virtual care near you.
I’m a registered dietitian and I’m interested in joining Culina Health. How do I get started?
We would love to get to know you better. Please visit our careers page for more information on practicing as a registered dietitian with Culina Health.
Which locations can Culina Health see patients in?
The majority of Culina Health patients are located in New York, New Jersey, Texas, California, Massachusetts, and the Washington DC metro area, but Culina Health registered dietitians are proud to offer multilingual nutrition support to patients nationwide. Get started or contact support at info@culinahealth.com or 917-647-1665 to find an RD who is licensed in your area.
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Sustainable Weight Loss
Gastrointestinal and Digestive Health
Heart and Cardiovascular Health
Diabetes and Prediabetes
Hormone Health
General Healthy Eating and Wellness
Autoimmune and Inflammation
Pregnancy and Postpartum Nutrition
Eating Disorders
Exercise and Sports Nutrition
Pediatric and Family Nutrition
Cancer Care Nutrition
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