The Gaining Health Podcast
In this podcast, host and obesity medicine specialist Karli Burridge will interview leaders and trailblazers in the field of obesity medicine to discuss how we can get to the root of chronic medical conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and metabolic dysfunction, and how we can change healthcare to actually help patients be healthier and feel better. Karli will also highlight recent research and discuss how to apply this new science clinically in your practice!
The Gaining Health Podcast
Improving Access to Dietitian Services with Jenny Westerkamp, RD
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In this week's episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Jenny Westercamp, Founder and CEO of All Access Dietitians. They discuss how Jenny became interested in the field of nutrition, why she left her job as the head dietitian of the Chicago Bulls, and how she is making an impact when it comes to providing improved access to dietitian services with All Access Dietetics.
Jenny is the Founder and CEO of All Access Dietitians. She has 13 years of experience working with professional athletes and individuals. Previously, she was the Team Nutritionist for Chicago Bulls (2017-2022) and Minor League Nutritionist for the Chicago Cubs (2016, 2017 seasons). She is excited to share her Dietitian Coach Approach to those that want to take their health to the next level.
In addition, Jenny runs All Access Dietetics, the nation’s leader in supporting future dietitians through the process of applying to dietetics graduate programs, passing the RD exam, and launching their careers.
She has been interviewed for a variety of media outlets including Good Morning America, Today’s Dietitian, and Men’s Fitness. Jenny previously served as the President of the Chicago Food and Nutrition Network and was co-author of the book, Green Foods for Men. She was also highlighted as one of the top 10 dietitians creating an impact in the field by Today’s Dietitian.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Dietetic Internship – Massachusetts General Hospital; National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach Training – Wellcoaches.
Links and Contact information:
- Website: allaccessdietitians.com
- Referrals: allaccessdietitians.com/referrals
- Instagram: instagram.com/allaccessdietitians
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennywesterkamp
The Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.
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