Background
Iqra Sheikh is a Registered Dietitian with over 12 years of experience in the field of nutrition. Throughout her career, she has worked in a range of healthcare settings, such as outpatient clinics, private practice, community outreach, schools, long-term facilities, acute care facilities, and telehealth. She has consistently shown her dedication to offering personalized nutrition interventions that have a positive effect on both physical and mental health outcomes. Iqra is dedicated, compassionate and deeply committed to improving the well-being of her patients. She possesses a profound comprehension of the complex interplay between nutrition and mental health, making her a source of inspiration for individuals in search of comprehensive care and assistance in their pursuit of overall mental and physical well-being. In the field of healthcare, physical and mental wellbeing are often considered as separate aspects.
Iqra earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from Buffalo State. She is a Registered Dietitian accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Additionally, she holds the Licensed Dietitian credential from TDLR. She has also attended and holds a certificate for Child and Adolescent Weight Management from the AND, as well as a certificate of attendance for Bariatric sensitivity training
During her free time, Iqra finds joy in spending quality time with her children, traveling, reading, and staying active.
Availability
Approach
"As a client, you are an expert in your life and I am here to empower you to set achievable goals and provide ongoing support for improved wellbeing and sustainable dietary changes. I will be your collaborative partner in helping you achieve your goals in a nonjudgmental and empathetic environment."
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Insurance accepted
Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Select Health, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)
Seeing clients in
AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
