I fell in love with nutrition since I was in 6th grade. I am a Registered Dietitian with 40 years experience in Clinical and Community Nutrition. I am a member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
I worked in Philippines, KSA, UAE, Hawaii, Utah, and mostly in California. I love serving patients/clients from different walks of life, diverse culture, different lifestyle. I value and respect everyone. I practice inclusivity.
I had worked with infants, children, pregnant, postpartum, post acute patients, post surgery patients, seniors. I am passionate about working with patients with hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, those on radiation
oncology, general nutrition/ wellness.
I have a joyful soul, I love listening to music, dance a little bit, watch women's sports, do aerobic exercise, and learning other languages. I speak intermediate Spanish and wants to enhance it more.
I look forward to seeing and helping you achieve your goal.
My top priority is to consider clients' / patients ‘ individual needs. I personalize my approach to meet these needs. I utilize motivational techniques and interviewing. Patients’ concerns and needs are assessed, addressed accordingly. Empowering patients with the proper choices and providing education they need thus helping patients to build sustainable habits in the long run. Supporting patients in their nutrition and wellness journey is vital part of my mission.
Aetna, Anthem, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cash Pay, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)
AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, IL, IN, MA, MI, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, WI