Hi! I'm Your Kidney Dietitian.

I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition based in Chicago, IL. By working with me in my signature program – The Kidney Vitality Method – you’ll learn how to thrive on a plant-forward diet, slow progression of kidney disease, and enjoy the foods you eat!

Diagnosed with kidney disease and feeling lost?

I get it. Getting a new diagnosis is incredibly scary. And it’s just too easy to go down that rabbit hole of endless Google searches, worrying about all the unknowns, and feeling confused about the things you’re reading, or things people might be telling you.

What you need to know is that there ARE steps you can take to improve your kidney health — so you can continue to live a fulfilling, enjoyable life full of all the things you love! You just need a personalized strategy & guidance on how to get there. That’s where I come in!

What I Offer You

Imagine your day going like this…

After waking up feeling energized, you prepare your kidney-healthy breakfast with ease.

You head out to grocery shop at your usual store (no need to go anywhere special), and your shopping trip is a breeze because you know exactly what to buy and what to look for on food labels.

Your friend texts to invite you out to dinner this weekend, and you enthusiastically say “YES!” because you know you’ll be able to navigate the menu offerings at the restaurant.

Your doctor calls with your latest blood work and you understand what all the numbers mean regarding your kidney health.. and you are THRILLED to hear about the increase in your eGFR!

This can be your reality. I will help you get there!

Expert Support

Get the support you need in my signature 3-month program, The Kidney Vitality Method:

A 100% customized nutrition plan just for you, with simple action steps you can get started on right away
Daily education, accountability, & support from a Registered Dietitian & Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition – with 5+ years experience working with kidney disease clients
Personalized guidance & feedback on your goals and progress every week as you work towards optimizing your kidney nutrition and getting to your best health
Weekly coaching calls for education and answers to all your questions in realtime
Private community of fellow learners for accountability, idea-sharing, and support
Resource library with 6+ hours of recorded content & exclusive downloads to enhance your knowledge on all things kidney nutrition
Kidney friendly grocery list, sample meal plans, snack ideas, recipes, product recommendations, and more!

Information on other services I offer can be found here.

Fair & Equitable Pricing

Everyone deserves to have access to a dietitian.

Aside from Medicare, I do not accept insurance. However, I am committed to offering class-equitable pricing that allow you to receive a valuable service at a rate that takes your personal financial situation into consideration.

My fair and equitable pricing model is based upon the premise that financial resources, including income, are not and should not be the only determining factor in whether or not someone can access services/care/etc.

Read more about my equitable pricing model here, including information & rates on the services covered under this model.

"Kate helped me to understand the importance of eating right and being healthy. My confidence in managing my CKD improved and I learned that you do not have to give up all the foods you like---but have them in moderation. Kate was understanding as well as very informative."

"Kate got me on track and reassured me I'm eating in line with my goals most of the time. She was easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and non judgmental in her approach! I highly recommend!"

"The biggest thing I’ve gotten from working with Kate these last few months has to be the confidence in myself that I can continue to eat my specialized diet and thrive. I now have peace of mind that I’m doing the very best I can and I have continued support if and when I need it. Kate is personable, fun, and easy going, while still being professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly caring."