Specialties
- Autoimmune disease
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Food allergies
- General health
- Gestational diabetes
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Hypothyroidism
- Lupus
- Menopause
- Pre or postnatal nutrition
- Thyroid disorders
- Women's health
Approaches
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Meal planning🧪
Lab testing🔍
Research-focused🤝
Accountability
Identifies as
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- African American / Soul Food
- Gluten Free
- Latin American
- Mediterranean
- Mexican
- Vegetarian
Minimum patient age
About Megan
Megan brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, pairing extensive clinical nutrition experience with counseling families in community settings. Her areas of expertise include pre- and post-partum nutrition, lactation support, food allergies, menu planning, and meal preparation. Megan tailors nutrition plans to suit each patient’s medical history and lifestyle.
Approach to care
She actively partners with patients to uncover their unique health and nutritional goals, crafting personalized and practical strategies that empower them to achieve lasting results. Megan develops approaches that resonate with each patient's lifestyle, facilitating the discovery of effective, evidence-based solutions that truly fit their needs.
Your first session with Megan
During the initial session, Megan takes a thoughtful and thorough approach to understanding each patient, exploring their preferences, medical history, and lifestyle in depth. This collaborative process allows patients to express what brought them to Nourish and what they aspire to achieve together. Additionally, Megan values the opportunity to review any recent lab results, as this information is crucial for tailoring a plan that supports their health journey. Together, they will discover strategies that lead to a healthier and more fulfilling relationship with food.
Location
📍 Fairfax, Virginia
Education
BS is Dietetics BA in Sociology and Anthroology
Hobbies
When Megan is not working or spending time with her family, you'll most likely find her exercising or enjoying nature. She loves to stay active and enjoys long walks and hikes, as well as spending time on the water paddleboarding or kayaking. She also delights in tending to her garden and going camping. Additionally, Megan enjoys healthy baking and cooking and cherishes the opportunity to prepare meals for her loved ones.
Licenses and Certifications
CLC - Certified Lactation Counselor
LD - Licensed Dietitian
RD - Registered Dietitian