Credentials
Credentialing matters.
Proper credentialing reduces the risk for medical errors, increases patient safety, safeguards appropriate reimbursement, and improves an organizations reputation. My credentials ensure I have the proper training and experience to work with you and your patients.
What is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?
A registered dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) is a food and nutrition expert that is nationally-credentialed as the authority on nutrition. Registered dietitians are regulated healthcare professionals licensed to assess, diagnose, and treat nutritional problems. Registered dietitians work in a wide variety of employment settings, including healthcare, industry, public health, education, research and private practice. Every registered dietitian is a nutritionist – but not every nutritionist is a registered dietitian.
What is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist?
A Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) – formerly known as a CDE – is a healthcare professional who possesses comprehensive knowledge of and experience in diabetes prevention, prediabetes, and diabetes management. A CDCES educates, supports, and advocates for people affected by diabetes, addressing the stages of diabetes throughout the lifespan. A CDCES promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes. CDCESs have passed a rigorous exam to show they have this specialized knowledge.
What is Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management?
Board Certification in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) professionals are equipped to skillfully manage complex patient needs and assist patients with their therapeutic problem-solving. Within their scope of practice, healthcare professional who hold the BC-ADM certification often adjust medications, treat and monitor acute and chronic complications, counsel patients on lifestyle modifications, address psychosocial issues, and participate in research and mentoring.