At Hawaii Pacific Health, we know that sound nutrition is a key component to your health. A registered dietitian can help you decrease your risk of disease, manage your weight, increase your energy level and achieve optimal performance in all you do. A registered dietitian is uniquely qualified to provide medical nutrition therapy and to promote optimal nutrition and wellness. Our nutrition counseling philosophy is built upon evidence-based recommendations and the balance between nutrition, exercise and individual well-being.
Nutrition at Pali Momi
Medical Nutrition Therapy Counseling
Comprehensive Outpatient Services:
Aside from disease prevention, a variety of individuals with disease and other health conditions can benefit from medical nutrition therapy. These include those with the following:
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- High cholesterol
- Weight management
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular disease
- Renal disease
- Celiac disease
- General wellness
- Food allergies
- Cirrhosis
- Crohn’s disease
- COPD/Pulmonary disease
- Malnutrition
- Failure to thrive
- Immunocompromised
Services Included at Appointment
When you schedule an appointment with a registered dietitian for medical nutrition therapy, you can expect the following:
- Assessment of current dietary habits and health status
- Individualized nutrition plan and lifestyle modification coaching
- Disease prevention and diet education
- Healthy shopping lists and label reading tips
- Meal planning specific to your lifestyle
- Recipe alteration and healthy cooking guidelines
- Goal setting and action plans
Preparing for Your Visit
Please bring the following items to your appointment:
- Medical insurance information
- Food diary and/or blood sugar records you have been keeping
- List of medications and nutrition supplements you currently take
- Any pertinent lab results
Insurance and Referrals
A physician referral is needed for outpatient medical nutrition therapy at Pali Momi Medical Center. Some insurance carriers may provide reimbursement for counseling fees, but some participants may be required to cover the cost themselves. Before scheduling an appointment, please check with your insurance company to confirm the extent of your coverage.
Contact Information
Please contact our registered dietitians at the following numbers to schedule your appointment:
Phone: 808-485-4327 | Fax: 808-485-4621
This service is available at: Pali Momi