Specialties
- Bariatric surgery
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- General health
- Gestational diabetes
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Nutrition support
- Prediabetes
- Sports & performance nutrition
- Tube feeding (EN)
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Weight loss medications / GLP-1s
Approaches
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Personalized macros🧪
Lab testing🤝
Accountability
Identifies as
- Asian / Asian American
- Christian
- White
Cuisines / Diets
- African American / Soul Food
- Chinese
Minimum patient age
About Andrea
Hi, My name is Andrea, and I am currently working in Diabetes and Surgical Weight Loss. I have experience with GLP-1s, medications, and behavior change. My first job out of college was with a non-profit health organization, where I worked with my community to provide Culinary Medicine education through cooking classes and public speaking events. After completing my Dietetic Internship in New Orleans, I gained experience in various markets including food service management, skilled nursing, and enteral feeding. As a dietitian specializing in both Surgical Weight Loss and Diabetes, I am passionate about guiding my patients to improve their quality of life, ensuring that diet and lifestyle changes do not feel like a burden. I strive to help my patients discover how they can implement changes without completely disrupting their lives. With my experience of living in several different places and studying abroad, I keep in mind a global view of nutrition vs. a singular view on nutrition.
Approach to care
I prioritize a listening approach to thoroughly understand my patients, enabling me to effectively educate them on establishing individualized goals. I am results-oriented and find it valuable to review biometric data to empower patients in comprehending their health objectives.
Your first session with Andrea
In our initial session, I like to gather information, assess knowledge and history of nutrition, and get to know the patient's health journey. From there, I address health concerns, analyze contributing factors, and determine a course of action with clear steps for goal attainment.
Education
Bachelor's of Nutrition and Food Science
Hobbies
I love to spend time outdoors or cook in my free time.
Licenses and Certifications
RD - Registered Dietitian