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Dietician available in Artesia and Carlsbad
Artesia General Hospital, a leader in healthcare in Eddy County is pleased to announce the addition of Jordan Fuentes, MS, RDN, LDN as a new in-house dietician with services in Artesia and Carlsbad.
Fuentes is available to provide personalized nutrition counseling and support helping clients achieve their health and wellness goals. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than four years of experience she brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. Fuentes specializes in specializes in nutrition and health geared toward management of weight and chronic diseases for all ages and is dedicated to creating individualized nutrition plans that cater to the unique needs of the individual.
Fuentes says that nutrition is not a one size fits all approach. She examines and considers each person individually depending on age, demographics, socio-economic status, past medical history, genetics, physical and mental capabilities and culture. Her services are structured to be uplifting and empowering and she takes a collaborative approach to health and wellness. She believes in meeting people where they are at, while also providing knowledge and skills necessary to make long-term lifestyle changes.
“One of my greatest passions in life is helping people. Nutrition plays a role in everyone’s lives and is a key part of survival. My hope and desire are to give people the confidence to take their health into their own hands by providing education and tools to improve diet and lifestyle and ultimately prevent/manage current diseases. I want people to feel empowered to make positive health changes.” Fuentes said.
“Fuentes’ addition is yet another example of our commitment to healthcare needs in the area” said Artesia General Hospital CEO Dr. Joe Salgado. “We believe in giving residents the opportunity to make their own healthcare decisions right here at home. This is just another example of our commitment to that principle.”
Fuentes will provide dietician services at Memorial Family Practice in Artesia and at Carlsbad Family Practice in Carlsbad. New patients will need a referral. To make an appointment please call 575.746.3119 or request an appointment online.