Karlei Summerford
MS, RD, LD
Licensed in TX
Senior Dietitian
Nutrition Counseling for Cancer Patients
Cancer can be a devastating word to hear at the doctor’s office, yet at least 1.9 million people will be faced with this diagnosis every year. Regardless of the type of cancer diagnosed, individuals go through a whirlwind of emotions and often feel like they have no control over their disease. It can impact all aspects of a person’s life, including their nutrition.
Our specialized oncology dietitians at Doherty Nutrition can help those suffering from cancer by using food not only as a tool for maintaining weight and nutritional status, but also to minimize the side effects of treatment. We also help you with creating a healthy lifestyle that will decrease the chances of developing cancer in the future.
What Does a Dietitian Do For a Cancer Patient?
Help meet their increased nutrition needs for healing
Ensure adequate protein and energy intake during treatment
Prevent unintentional weight loss
Manage side effects
Prevent poor nutritional status that can often lead to complications during treatment
Maintain good nutrition throughout the survivorship stage
Help them follow a healthy eating pattern and active lifestyle to prevent cancer recurrence in the future
Our Oncology Registered Dietitian Nutritionists
Isabella Ferrari
MCN, RD, CSO, LD
Habla Español
Licensed in TX
Clinical Manager
FAQs About Nutrition Counseling for Oncology
Most insurance plans will provide coverage for nutrition counseling as a preventative or medical service. We accept most major providers, so we invite you to verify your insurance benefits with us!
We offer in-person nutrition counseling for oncology at our North Dallas office, as well as telehealth services in 15 states, including Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Nutrition counseling can benefit you at every stage of your cancer journey, whether in preparation for treatment, during treatment to manage side effects, or after treatment to support your recovery.
Absolutely! As Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, we’re here to collaborate with your full medical team so you receive the support you need. With your permission, we can work with your oncologist to share recommendations and stay informed about your progress.
Yes! We can see minors who have been diagnosed with cancer.
To work with us, we invite you to complete our request counseling form to tell us more about you so we can match you with a dietitian. If you already know who you’d like to work with, you can book directly online.
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Note: This page is not meant to be a diagnosis tool.
