The Kidney Vitality Method
What is it?
The Kidney Vitality Method is a high-support, high accountability nutrition program that offers a unique-to-you nutrition plan, in-depth education, and the support and tools you need to feel more energized, choose your foods with confidence, and slow the progression of kidney disease with a plant-forward diet – in just 3 months.
Stop just guessing what to eat and start feeling confident you're on the right track.
Step 1
Review New Client Q&As in full (listed below)
Step 2
Book Meet & Greet and Complete New Client Application Form
Step 3
We'll talk at your preferred time & determine if KVM is a good fit for you!
Step One
Please review all the New Client Q&As below before completing the New Client Application.
Learn more . . .
Why should I work with a kidney dietitian?
If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by confusing kidney-friendly diet advice, you’re not alone. Many of my patients have gone down the Google rabbit hole prior to our first session, leading to confusion and frustration.
As a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition, I’ve dedicated my career to helping people with kidney disease navigate the complexities of nutrition. I know its unique challenges in and out!
I offer personalized guidance to ensure you’re following the most up-to-date recommendations. Working with a kidney dietitian on a plan just for you means no more guessing or overly restrictive diets.
As many of my patients have said, “seeing a renal dietitian is the best thing I’ve ever done for myself.”
What's included in this program?
The Kidney Vitality Method offers a variety of resources to help you reach your goals.
- 1:1 support from a dietitian to develop & refine your custom nutrition plan:
- 1 x 75-min Initial Appointment
- 5 x 30 minute Follow-Up Appointments
- Private chat messenger support between calls
- Weekly Accountability Check-Ins
- Custom weekly meal plans, including recipes and grocery lists
- Access to self-paced course (Kidney Nutrition Foundations) for on-demand learning
- Access to a secure patient portal where you can upload labs/documents
What stages of CKD is this program for?
I can help patients in any stage of kidney disease looking to get serious about better nutrition for healthier kidneys. This includes CKD stages 1-5, ESRD (dialysis), or post-kidney transplant.
NOTE: If you are on dialysis (or starting dialysis soon) please keep in mind that each dialysis facility is required to have a dietitian on staff. You should first consult with your facility dietitian regarding diet modifications for end stage kidney disease. If you feel you could benefit from the support & resources this program offers, you can still be considered as an applicant for my program, but please know these services will not be covered/reimbursed by your insurance.
What's the time investment for this program?
If you can find at least 15-20 minutes per day on average to devote to your nutrition goals, you will find success in this program.
This program has a LOT of content (a past client compared it to a college level course on kidney nutrition!) but we work on it in realistic, bite size pieces together over a period of 3 months. Our initial appointment lasts for 75 minutes, with follow-ups being 30 minutes. You will also spend time completing lessons in the learning portal, most of which take 8-15 minutes to finish.
Is this covered by insurance? What is the out-of-pocket cost?
I accept FSA/HSA or self pay for your investment in this program. The cost is $500.00/month x 3 months or $1,350.00 (10% paid-in-full savings) for the entire 3-month program.
If you have Medicare, BCBS, UHC, Aetna, or Cigna, we may be able to use your benefits to cover the 1:1 counseling portion of this program.
I’m also happy to offer equitable rates as of May 2023! If you have a fixed income or other financial hardship, this is for you. We’ll discuss the best plan and options for you when we review your application.
Can this program help me if I don't have kidney disease?
This program is designed for people with kidney disease. If you have other health concerns and would like to work together, you can book a 1:1 counseling session.
Step Two
Please choose a time to talk and complete the New Client Application that follows.