Research has shown that good nutrition is necessary for optimal growth and development and an important component in the prevention and management of many diseases. Dietitians are available to meet with pediatric patients and their families to provide individualized nutrition counseling for for all types of nutrition and medical problems, including:
- Poor growth
- Cardiac abnormalities
- Diabetes
- Feeding difficulties
- Food allergies
- Formula intolerance
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Inborn errors of metabolism
- Ketogenic diet for epilepsy
- Lactose intolerance
- Renal (kidney) failure
- Sports nutrition
- Vegetarian and specialized diets
- Weight management and obesity
Contact Us
Department of Pediatrics
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Specialty Clinics
Nutrition and Fitness for Life (Pediatrics)
A program within the Department of Pediatrics focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle for children while teaching families about balanced eating, active living, and positive habits.
Related Departments and Programs
Pediatric Primary Care
A program within the Department of Pediatrics providing children’s primary care from infancy to young adulthood, including check-ups, sick visits, vaccines, teen care, behavioral health, and support for chronic conditions.
Pediatric Specialty Care
Children's specialty care that includes programs like developmental and behavioral pediatrics, gastroenterology, emergency care, and more. Families receive expert pediatric care tailored to each child's unique needs at every stage of growth.
Adolescent Medicine
A pediatric primary care program specializing in pediatric and adolescent medicine, providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care for teens and young adults.
Family Medicine
A department where family practice physicians provide primary care to support individuals and families at every stage of life, including adult and pediatric care, women’s health, behavioral health, addiction treatment, and nursing services.
The Grow Clinic for Children
A program within the Department of Pediatrics providing pediatric social services for children with growth and developmental concerns, including screening, nutrition guidance, and coordinated care to support healthy development.
Treatments & Services
Our Team
Inpatient Pediatric Care
- Kara Choiniere, RD
- Jessica Perelli, RD
Outpatient Pediatric Care
Gastroenterology
- Lauren Berard, RD, LDN
Neurology
- Catherine Barry, MS, RD, LDN
Weight Management
- Kate Donovan, MS, RD, LDN