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“Patsy taught me how to feel better again! I was losing weight and I really thought I’d never be able to leave the house again with ALL the GI issues I had. Patsy helped me regain control and improve my gut health with consistent nutrition and better stress management. She also coached me on questions to ask to my doctors to get the most out of working with them. Books and blogs are nice, but there is nothing like working one-on-one with an expert like Patsy who is personally invested in helping you figure out what is making you sick.”
Medical Nutrition Therapy
I provide personalized care for your gastroenterology (GI) nutrition concerns. Medical nutrition therapy starts with your unique story: your symptoms, your clinical picture; what helps, what hurts; your goals and preferences. Based on these, we’ll work together to develop a nutrition care plan. You’ll be provided with the strategies and the tools you need to move forward.
Medical nutrition therapy has two aims: treating the medical condition and managing symptoms, all while enjoying a varied, nutritious diet. At times, these aims are accomplished with the help of special medical diets. While I am known as an expert in FODMAP diets, I am not a one-trick pony! You are unique, and I’ll help you develop a plan that is right for you, whether it is an elimination diet protocol or a short list of targeted changes I think will help you the most.
My Philosophy, and Who I can help
I have a food-first approach to GI nutrition care. My advice revolves around what and how you eat, with sparing use of dietary supplements. At this time I don’t offer food sensitivity or lab testing services but I will take test results into consideration if you share them with me.
I enjoy working with patients at every phase of the GI nutrition journey. I can help you figure out where to begin, or help you take the next steps if you are stuck along the way. A range of options from single visits to an IBS Intensive 1-Month Package are available, depending on your needs.
Single visits: Some patients are looking for validation and reassurance that they are on the right track, or want a one-time question and answer session with a GI nutrition expert.
Series of visits, scheduled a la carte: Complex problems cannot be solved in one hour! Most patients should plan on a several visits or more. At the end of each meeting, follow-up visits will be scheduled by mutual agreement.
Pre-paid package of visits: Some people are looking for much more contact and support, and want to meet frequently on an ongoing basis; an IBS Intensive 1-Month Package is available to meet that need.
I will not be a good fit for people who primarily want to lose weight, those with active eating disorders, or anyone whose main concern is not related to the gastrointestinal tract! I excel at helping people eat less restrictive, nutrient-rich diets, and I have helped many patients achieve healthy body weights after periods of unintentional weight loss. If you have other medical conditions in addition to your GI concerns I will help you set priorities and integrate these into your GI nutrition plan.
Working With Your Other Providers
I can help you work more effectively with your primary care physician, gastroenterologist and other members of your local healthcare team. I recommend that you have your GI symptoms evaluated by a physician, however a formal referral from your doctor is not required. Reports from me to your other providers are available upon request.
One caveat: If you are already getting detailed nutrition advice or following a nutrition protocol from another provider, I recommends that you complete that work before booking a visit. It is usually a mistake to try to do too much with your diet at once. On the other hand, if you are looking for a fresh opinion or different approach, and you are willing to set aside some aspects of your past regimen, I’m happy to help you think things through and set new priorities.
Things To know before scheduling
Your Location
Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition LLC complies with state regulations related to provision of nutrition services. Please contact us to inquire whether Patsy can provide services in the state where you are located. Maine residents (only) can see Patsy through Nutrition Works LLC in Portland, but not by booking here.
Insurance
Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition LLC is “out-of-network” with all insurances. Fees for your visits are payable in full at the time of service. HSA and FSA cards can be used to pay for nutrition services.
Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition LLC is a telehealth practice. That means that you will receive services via video-chat; telephone will be used as a backup. Patsy will communicate with you through a secure, online, patient portal (Healthie), which you will be invited to join when you schedule your first session. If you aren’t willing to or able to use these technology tools, this practice will not be a good fit for you.
Initial visits are available on Thursdays and Fridays. For information about rates and scheduling, contact Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition.
Cancellation policy:
When you book an appointment, you are asking Patsy to reserve that time just for for you! She is happy to make you her top priority during that time and she hopes you will do the same for her. In addition, respecting our cancellation policy is part of being accountable for prioritizing and following through on your nutrition plan. If you miss your appointment or cancel it less than 48 hours (2 days) in advance, your card will be charged a $50 fee.
Privacy Notice
Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition LLC Privacy Notice describes how we protect your health information, how it may be used, and what your rights are.
Patient Protections Against surprise billing
The No Surprises Act requires healthcare providers to apprise you of Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills. However, because we neither bill insurance nor provide emergency services, the notice is not relevant to patients of Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition.
Good Faith Estimates
Because you will not be able to use insurance to pay for your services, you will be provided with a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) form for your signature prior to your visit.
For More Information
For information about rates and scheduling, contact Patsy Catsos Advanced Nutrition.