Clinical Nutrition:

Inpatient Clinical Nutrition Services are available for patients on the Medical Center and Fanny Allen Campuses.  Questions can be directed to Room Service Central at (802) 847-2710.  Consults for inpatients can be requested via a physician's order, by computer, by contacting the unit dietitian via their pager, or by phoning Room Service Central at (802) 847-2710.  All Fletcher Allen Health Care Providers can request a nutrition consult.  It is helpful when specific details about the reason for the nutrition consult are noted.

Outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy.

Medical Nutrition Therapy includes a comprehensive evaluation and focused education used to treat nutrition problems that are diagnosed by a physician.

Medical Nutrition Therapy includes the following:

- Review of personal eating habits and food preferences.

- Assessment of how these eating habits affect specific health concerns.

- Written and verbal instructions on improving eating habits to meet personal  nutrition goals or a physician's diet prescription.

- Practical tips and educational materials for assistance with food shopping and preparation, eating in restaurants, and changing dietary habits conveniently.

Physician referrals for individual appointments.

A physician referral is required for billing insurance carriers, providing that Medical Nutrition Therapy is a covered benefit in the plan.

Who provides outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy?

At Fletcher Allen Health Care, Medical Nutrition Therapy is provided by registered and state certified dietitians with specialized training in the role of food and nutrition and the therapeutic management of:

- celiac disease

- food allergies

- gastrointestinal disorders

- high blood pressure

- high blood lipids

- kidney disease

- malnutrition

- obesity and weight management

- nutrition support

- eating disorders

Additionally, dietitians advise individuals about recommended diets for:

- general health promotion

- infants, children and adolescent needs

- pregnancy and lactation

- sports nutrition.

To schedule an appointment, please call (802) 847-3640, Monday-Friday from 8:00 - 4:00 p.m.  All appointments must be scheduled in advance.

For brief nutrition related questions, we offer the DIET LINE at (802) 847-DIET (3438).  Please leave a message and a Registered Dietitian will return your call.