Debbie M. Andersen, MS, RD, CEDS, CHC
Castle
Summary
Clinically trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 20 years of applied experience in medical nutrition therapy. Well versed in eating disorder treatment and recovery, enteral nutrition, weight management, health coaching, and intuitive eating. Skilled in developing tailored nutrition interventions to support patient-driven change. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient outcomes in chronic disease management using evidence-based nutrition care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Kaiser Permanente
Centennial, CO
11.2016 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients with chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and nutrition recommendations.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to guide patients through dietary behavior change, resulting in improved adherence to treatment plans.
- Lead outpatient counseling sessions and group education classes.
- Developed personalized nutrition plans based on patient assessments and health goals.
- Developed resources such as brochures, handouts, and presentations to enhance patient understanding of complex nutritional concepts.
Registered Dietitian
Denver Health Medical Center
Denver, CO
04.2003 - 11.2016
- Lead Registered Dietitian for the ACUTE Eating Disorders Program.
- Provide medical nutrition therapy for a variety of conditions, including critical care, enteral and parenteral nutrition, severe malnutrition, eating disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and renal disease.
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary data.
- Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through nutritional interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition
New York University
New York (City), NY01-2002
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR01-1998
Skills
- Medical nutrition therapy
- Nutrition assessments & interventions
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Development of patient education resources
- Proficient in electronic health records
- Facilitating group counseling
- Motivational interviewing techniques
- Eating disorder treatment and recovery support
Affiliations
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)- Member
- International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP)- Chapter Member
- National Society of Health Coaches (NSHC)- Member
Certification
- RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- CEDS- Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
- CHC- Certified Health Coach
Timeline
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Kaiser Permanente
11.2016 - Current
Registered Dietitian
Denver Health Medical Center
04.2003 - 11.2016
Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition
New York University
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
Oregon State University