Elizabeth Thompson, MS, RD

What is your practice philosophy? I enjoy getting to know each of my patients and setting goals that are realistic and achievable. My goal is to develop a trusting relationship with each patient and educate on making healthier food choices, meal planning and lifestyle changes that are sustainable.   

What are you passionate about? And why? Educating patients on how to read and understand the Nutrition Facts Label to help make good food choices. I love educating and helping patients understand the importance of nutrition and healthy eating to help reach their weight loss goals and overall well-being. “Being positive and being true to yourself will help you focus on what you are able to do.”    

If I wasn’t a provider, I would be a: Teacher 

Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? I was always interested in math, human body science and nutrition and was grateful to put this all into practice in the field of dietetics. I watched my father lose weight by keeping track of his food portions, caloric intakes, and reading labels to improve his health while I was in high school. Making healthy food choices can be challenging sometimes for weight loss, diabetes, heart disease and any diet modification required to help manage a disease or a condition. I enjoy helping patients make healthier lifestyle changes. 

Something I have learned from my patients is: I have learned that each patient is unique and to truly help them with their nutritional goals is to listen and be empathetic to their challenges.   

My personal health goal is:  Stay active and maintain a healthy weight 

What is the best thing you’ve done for your health or the best health advice you’ve received? Setting aside 2-3 hours a week for myself to exercise, drink lots of water, and getting enough sleep 

What are you most proud of?  Giving birth to my two children