Tag: Physician nutrition specialist

A significant portion of medical school curricula includes very limited, if any, formal education on nutrition. Given this, many patients ask, "Are there doctors that focus on nutrition, and how do they differ from other specialists?" The answer lies in understanding specific credentials and specializations.

According to the CDC, approximately 60% of U.S. adults have at least one chronic disease, many of which are heavily influenced by diet. This has led many to ask: are there doctors that specialize in nutrition? The answer is yes, although they are not the only—or most common—nutrition experts available.