Health, Wellness and Recreation

Dietitian

Our Registered Dietitian is available to address your nutritional needs and concerns. She is accessible on campus to students living on- and off-campus to provide assistance and guidance in the development of healthy eating habits. There is no charge for students who have paid the Student Health Fee.

SRWC members may meet with her for a fee.

What Is a Registered Dietitian (RD)?

A Registered Dietitian (RD) has completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and completed both academic and experience requirements set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Commission on Dietetic Registration. The RD must sit for a professional exam and maintain continuing education to maintain credentialing.

In Nevada, a nutritionist can be anyone who chooses to use the title, regardless of whether or not the person has any training in nutrition. In many states, a person must be an RD to use the title nutritionist.

The Role of the Registered Dietitian

The Registered Dietitian provides objective, evidence-based nutrition information and is able to separate fact from fiction. Assistance is available in helping you develop healthy eating habits that fit into your individual lifestyle and complement your exercise or activity level.

Individuals with medical needs requiring nutritional modifications will receive individualized nutrition counseling based on their medical condition.

Medical Nutritional Therapy

A nutrition consultation includes, but is not limited to:

• Evaluation of current eating habits and behaviors.
• Development of personal nutrition goals to fit into your lifestyle.

Consultation is available in the areas of fad diets, sports nutrition, guidelines, diabetes management, weight control, healthy eating habits, cholesterol or blood pressure management, and disordered or eating disorders guidance.

Schedule an Appointment

Initial nutrition consultation appointments are one hour in length. No same day appointments. Appointments must be schedule in advance and are subject to availability. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. No show fees apply.

Students are encouraged to keep a three-day food journal prior to the appointment.

To schedule an appointment: 702-895-4377.

Metabolic Assessment

Are you interested in learning the calories needed to reduce or maintain your weight? A metabolic assessment can be conducted via our REE/VUE indirect calorimeter. Our Registered Dietitian conducts the assessment and reviews results with you.

The cost is $30 for students who have paid the Student Health Fee and SRWC Members. Community Members $40. Appointments must be scheduled in advance and are subject to availability. To schedule an appointment: 702-895-4377.