Every dietitian is a nutritionist, but not every nutritionist is a dietitian.

The title "registered dietitian" is a protected term, meaning that individuals must meet specific educational and professional requirements to use it.

Registered dietitians can provide medical nutrition therapy.

Registered Dietitians can use either of these credentials: RD or RDN.

The title "nutritionist" is not regulated, and therefore, individuals may have varying levels of education and expertise in the field of nutrition.

Contrary to popular belief, registered dietitians do not simply recommend nutritional supplements like Ensure or decide what’s on the hospital menu.

RDNs collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, speech therapists, and physical therapists to provide comprehensive care to their patients.

RDNs also collaborate with social workers and mental health professionals to address the psychological and socio-economic factors that can impact an individual's relationship with food and eating habits.

WHAT EDUCATION AND TRAINING IS REQUIRED TO BECOME A REGISTERED DIETITIAN?

Individuals must complete a bachelor's degree in an accredited nutrition and dietetics program. As of 2024, a master's degree is now required. Classes vary according to program, but in general, coursework covers:

• Nutrition and Metabolism

• Bioorganic Chemistry

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Microbiology

• Biostatistics

• Epidemiology

• Sociocultural Influences in Nutrition

• Nutrition Across the Lifespan

• Food Science

• Food Service Systems Management

• Business and Economics

• Culinary Arts

• Sociology and Communication

• US Healthcare Systems

Students must also complete a 1200-hour supervised practice program (internship) and pass a national boards examination.

RDNs interpret lab results to assess a patient's nutritional needs and monitor the effects of medications on their nutritional status.

They also provide guidance on the appropriate use of supplements.

RDNs have the expertise to write tube feeding and parenteral nutrition (IV nutrition) orders, and they often work in intensive care units (ICU) to provide critical nutritional support to patients who are unable to eat orally.

No! Emily is licensed in several states.

Emily can see clients from the following states:

• Alabama

• Alaska

• Arizona

• California

• Colorado

• Connecticut

• Florida

• Georgia

• Hawaii

• Idaho

• Indiana

• Louisiana

• Maryland

• Massachusetts

• Michigan

• Mississippi

• New Hampshire

• New Jersey

• New York

• North Carolina

• Oklahoma

• Oregon

• Pennsylvania

• Texas

• Utah

• Vermont

• Virginia

• Washington

• West Virginia

• Wisconsin

• Wyoming

Licenses pending:

• Minnesota

• Tennessee

This practice is primarily telehealth, with limited in-person availability in Jacksonville, FL.

In-person sessions are offered in partnership with a local physician’s office, which means availability is limited.

Most in-person visits are scheduled approximately 2-3 weeks in advance.

For more immediate availability, telehealth sessions are the fastest way to get started.

In-person Office location:

Monday - Thursday: 949 Lane Ave S Jacksonville, FL 32205

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