Appointments: (703) 670-1724 or (540) 659-1800, ext. 1724
Information: (703) 670-1270 or (540) 659-1800, ext. 1270
Personalized Nutrition Counseling requires a doctor’s referral.
Are you confused by all the information available on foods and nutrition? Or under a doctor’s care for a medical condition that may affect your diet?
At Potomac Hospital our registered dietitians can guide you through the nutrition maze with Personalized Nutrition Counseling.
This service requires a referral from your doctor and may not be covered by insurance. Counseling can include:
- Alzheimer’s Disease - Let us suggest ways you can help a loved one meet his or her special nutritional needs.
- Cancer - Cancer and its treatment can lead to malnutrition and undesirable weight loss. Making changes in your diet can help ensure you get the nutrients you need.
- Chronic Kidney Disease - Otherwise known as chronic renal failure, this disease requires balancing the amounts of protein and minerals, such as sodium, potassium and phosphorus, in your diet.
- Diet and Disease Prevention
- Eating Disorders
- Food Allergies - We’ll suggest appropriate substitutions to ensure you enjoy an adequately nutritious diet.
- Gastrointestinal Problems - Diet modifications can help in the management of certain GI problems, such as diverticulitis, celiac disease, ulcers, hiatal hernias, GERD and IBS.
- General Nutrition and Wellness
- Heart Disease - Cardiac disease and related symptoms, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and excess weight, can be improved by changes in diet.
- HIV/AIDS
- Individual Nutrition Care Plans - We’ll show you how to tailor your menu for persons with chronic illnesses or other special needs.
- Maternal Nutrition - Learn to manage nutrition during pregnancy in order to meet your dietary requirements - and your baby’s.
- Meal Planning - Learn to plan nutritious menus for one, two or more hungry mouths.
- Pediatric Nutrition - We’ll discuss good nutrition with your little one in ways they understand and get them started on proper eating habits.
- Personalized Diet Planning – Our registered dietitians consider your likes and dislikes, food allergies, and your lifestyle to design a personalized diet that is easy to follow. Plus, they’ll show you how to make proper substitutions and give you helpful tips on what to do when willpower is low.
- Sports Nutrition
- Weight Management
We offer two appointment options for Personalized Nutrition Counseling:
(1) a package of three appointments (an initial consultation with two follow-up visits), or (2) individual appointments (for an initial consultation or follow-up as needed).
Personalized Nutrition Counseling may not be covered by insurance. We suggest that you contact your insurance company before making an appointment to discuss whether or not this service is covered under your plan and to obtain prior authorization.
Please consult a scheduling representative at (703) 670-1724 or (540) 659-1800, ext. 1724 for details.
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