Registered Dietitian
Student Health Services offers Medical Nutrition Therapy through our Registered Dietitian (RD), including individualized dietary plans. The initial consult will begin with you telling the RD about your lifestyle, eating, and exercise habits. The RD will then work with you on personal goal setting. During your follow-up visit, you can discuss your progress, future goals, and any concerns.
An appointment with the Registered Dietitian can be made online or by calling Student Health Services (618) 453-3311.
You may make your visit for:
- Medical concerns such as anemia, cardiovascular health, diabetes self-management, food allergies, gastrointestinal issues, HIV/AIDS, renal nutrition, etc.
- Eating Challenges
- Weight Loss or Weight Gain
- Nutrition for Pregnancy
We also offer the services of the multidisciplinary Eating Disorder Team that includes a health care provider, a counselor, and the RD.
Nutrition Resources
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Information Center
- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Nutrition Forms
Useful Health and Nutrition Websites
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral from a doctor?
No, students may self-refer.
What do I need to bring with me to my appointment?
- SIU Student ID.
- Fill out and bring the Nutrition Questionnaire.
- If you have been seeing an outside doctor for chronic illness, please fill out the Medical Records Release Form.
- If you have diabetes, please print and fill out the Blood Glucose Log.
I would like more information about health and nutrition before my appointment
Listed below are useful websites to help inform you about health and nutrition:
Find out if you qualify for the SNAP food program
Take an Eating Disorder Survey, Get support