So the cost of my surgery includes 1 year of services with a nutritionist, as many times as I'd like. The problem is they only have 1 NUT on staff, and I don't like her! She's completely unhelpful, she just tells me the same things over & over (get more Protein, avoid carbs, ignore your cravings) but never tells me HOW. Also, she's never had WLS, and has never been overweight. She just does not get it! I've complained to the surgeon, but he thinks she's great.

So...any recommendations for a NUT in the San Jose, CA area that specializes in WLS patients? Preferably one who has overcome obesity in some way as well - it would be nice to work with someone who actually understands our journey.

I'm open to other suggestions also.

Thanks!

I know you guys are venting but can't believe you're criticizing your dietitians based on body size. They weigh the right amount because they eat according to their own guidelines. Also carrying extra weight is not going to help them in their careers. "Who should listen to her? She's not even thin." I can just hear it now.

I hear you but I have a bit of a different take. My Nut that was required during my 6 month qualifying stage was a size 2 (if that) and was mean, rigid, and seemed to hate life. My Nut at the Dr. office is probably the same size 2 but is happy, full of life, and doesn't seem to have a disdain for people with weight problems.

What got me about the first Nut was that she was trying to convince me her lifestyle was great because she was a size 2 rather than because of the overall quality of life. What makes me like the Dr's Nut is that she makes her lifestyle seem great because she is HEALTHY regardless of the fact that she is a size 2. For 1 Nut it was all about size while for the other it was about health.

Hope that makes sense.

Some very good info on healthy eating can be found at the local health food store like whole foods.

I have had a great experience with my RD at Henry Ford in Detroit. I am sorry everyone hs not had the benefit of having someone who is realistic and supportive. No, she is not and was never overweight but she has worked with enough WLS patients that she is empathetic but also tells us how it is without demeaning anyone. Jut wanted to inset a positive!

I have had a great experience with my RD at Henry Ford in Detroit. I am sorry everyone hs not had the benefit of having someone who is realistic and supportive. No' date=' she is not and was never overweight but she has worked with enough WLS patients that she is empathetic but also tells us how it is without demeaning anyone. Jut wanted to inset a positive![/quote']

My NUT came to see me while I was in the hospital she was wonderful. She is very encouraging and happy for me on this journey.

how awesome!

SO happy for those of you who have had a good experience with your NUT! I hope to join you soon - another poster was kind enough to give me a referral to a new NUT and I am so excited to try her out! I don't care WHAT size she is, as long as she is positive and interested in helping me make the most of my sleeve!

I thought I was just being picky... But after all reading all this I wonder... My NUT is very nice and easy going. I have seen her 2 times so far first time was the consultation and second time was called "initial start"... I honestly was not aware that I was suppose to be on a diet until 2 days ago she asked me how I was doing with my diet. All I got from her that day was a packet of post op eating suggestion. I see her again on the eight I plan on asking her to clear it up for me then

Mine was no help at all.

Mine was no help at all.

May e the hospital can offer a different one?

My NUT is great was so surprised she came to visit me. If there are others in your area the have good NUT perhaps they could recommend theirs to you.