Nutrition Education Sessions at the Nutrition and Diabetes Center
Swedish Hospital's outpatient registered and licensed dietitians offer individual nutrition education to patients with various nutrition needs. The sessions include a detailed health and diet assessment and individualized education.
For more information about our nutrition education program, call
773-275-1888.
Nutrition Education Topics
Nutrition education topics may include:
- Lowering Cholesterol and Managing Hypertension
- Healthy Eating for Diabetes and Prediabetes
- Renal Disease
- Weight Management
How Much Do Nutrition Education Sessions Cost?
Swedish Hospital offers free education sessions to patients with diabetes and obesity who are uninsured or are on Medicaid.
You may qualify for free nutrition and diabetes education sessions>>
A physician’s referral may be needed for nutrition education services.
Why Receive Nutrition and Diabetes Education at the Nutrition and Diabetes Center?
- Decreased A1C levels
- In FY 2021 69% of patients showed a drop in their A1C level after attending education sessions.
- Improved eating habits
- In FY 2021 80% of patients showed an improvement in their eating habits after attending education sessions.
- Continued Support
- At least 50% of the patients attended a follow-up session after their initial appointment
Contact Us
For more information about our nutrition education program, call
773-275-1888.
