How Do You Find A Registered Dietician?
A registered dietician is someone who has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college as well as clinical experience. In addition, registered dieticians must take continuing education classes to maintain their credentials. Some people confuse the titles of “Dietician” and “Nutritionist.” “Nutritionist” is not a protected title, which means that anyone can use it. However, “Registered Dietician” is a title that you cannot use legally without having a bachelor’s degree and without having gone through a special pre-professional program for registered dieticians. Here is how to find a registered dietician. Talk to your primary care physician (PCP). Often PCPs work with other medical professionals and will be able to suggest a registered dietician in your area, and maybe even one that is covered by your health insurance program. Call your local hospital or medical clinic. Choose one that is large and has several specialty doctors and ask if they have a registered dietician on staff. Talk
