Specialties
- Binge eating
- Celiac disease
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Emotional eating
- General health
- GERD / Acid reflux
- Healthy aging
- Heart disease
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Prediabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Weight loss medications / GLP-1s
- Weight stabilization
Approaches
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Meal planningš§
Personalized macrosš
Research-focused
Identifies as
- White
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- Gluten Free
- Low Carb / Keto
- Mediterranean
- Paleo
- Vegetarian
Minimum patient age
About Maxine
Hi, Iām a registered dietitian with four decades of experience, including tenure at a top-rated hospital. I still love what I doāespecially seeing my clients succeed. Over the years, Iāve had the privilege of helping people from all walks of life take charge of their health through food and lifestyle. I specialize in weight management and the conditions that often come with it, like high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and high cholesterol. I also have a special interest in healthy aging and supporting brain health. Whether youāre working to prevent chronic illness, manage a diagnosis, or simply feel more confident in your body, Iām here to help you find a path thatās realistic, sustainable, and empowering. My approach is rooted in science but always grounded in the real worldāyour world.
Approach to care
Nutrition isnāt one-size-fits-all. I like to think of changing your eating habits like starting a garden or remodeling a homeāit takes vision, planning, and a step-by-step approach. Iāll take time to understand what matters most to you, explore the resources you already have, and help you build a plan thatās realistic and fits into your life. Weāll break the process into manageable pieces, identifying the habits worth keeping and the ones we can work on together. Along the way, weāll look at the tools you already use, add to your toolbox, and practice putting those tools into action. Small, consistent steps lead to lasting change. Whether youāre managing weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, or other concerns, Iāll offer science-based guidance in a flexible, compassionate way. My goal is to help you create changes that stickānot just for now, but for the long run.
Your first session with Maxine
The primary purpose of our first session is information-gathering. Iāll take a comprehensive look at your health, starting with a detailed review of your medical history, lab work, eating habits, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors. This helps me understand the full picture so I can tailor my recommendations to your specific needs and goals. Weāll also talk about whatās working well for you, what youād like to improve, and what feels realistic right now. By the end of the session, weāll identify a few manageable steps to help you get started. Most importantly, youāll leave with a plan that feels supportive, personalized, and grounded in your real life.
Location
š St Augustine, Florida
Education
University of Akron, B.S. Dietetics Metro Health Medical Center, Internship CDR Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management
Hobbies
Cooking, shelling, reading, theater, loving on my grandchildren.
Licenses and Certifications
CSOWM - Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management
LD - Licensed Dietitian
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist