Nutrition counseling
Registered dietitians at Lakeland Nutrition Counseling work with you to manage a variety of diseases
through medical nutrition therapy. Our registered dietitians are trained and experienced in creating a customized nutrition plan to help you reach your best health.
Medical nutrition therapy can help you:
- Reach and maintain your peak health
- Decrease doctor visits and hospitalizations
- Reduce prescription drug costs
Registered dietitians (RDs) hold degrees in science, with an emphasis on dietetics and nutrition. Many RDs also hold advanced degrees, and some have additional certifications in specialized areas of practice such as weight management, diabetes education, and pediatric or renal nutrition. Our staff is trained to assess your eating patterns and provide you with the best possible nutrition care.
Make an appointment
To schedule an appointment, call 269.556.2868 or use the button below.
Locations:
Center for Outpatient Services, St. Joseph
3900 Hollywood Road
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Spectrum Health Lakeland Niles Hospital
31 N. St. Joseph Avenue
Niles, MI 49120
Spectrum Health Lakeland Watervliet Hospital
400 Medical Park Drive, Suite #200
Watervliet, MI 49098
Weight Loss Center
Medical weight loss, medical fitness, and bariatric surgery programs are available through the Lakeland Weight Loss Center. For more information, call 269.687.4673
Insurance and billing
Medicare covers medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for diabetes and non-dialysis kidney disease. Many private health plans also cover MNT for diagnoses such as diabetes, kidney disease, and heart disease. Contact your insurer if you have questions about your coverage. Insurance will be billed for patients with insurance coverage for nutrition counseling. Payment is expected at the time of service for patients with no insurance coverage for nutrition counseling.