Gretchen Zimmermann, RD, CDCES, CSOWM
Senior Director of Cardiometabolic Care and Prescribing at Vida Health- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Monash LowFODMAP Certified Dietitian
Monash University Career ConnectJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified LEAP Therapist
Oxford Biomedical Research, Inc.Jan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Medical Aesthetician
State of CaliforniaJan, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM)
Commission On Dietetic RegistrationAug, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Certification Board for Diabetes Care and EducationMar, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Registered Dietitian
Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsOct, 2012- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Vida Health
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Director of Cardiometabolic Care and Prescribing
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Dec 2021 - Present
Partner with Chief Medical Officer as Clinical Strategist for Cardiometabolic Care and Prescribing for an integrated, diabetes-focused, digital health solution.
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Director, Clinical Dietetics/Nutrition
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Oct 2020 - Dec 2021
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Manager, Clinical Dietetics
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Apr 2019 - Oct 2020
Responsible for clinical program development and oversight of clinical intervention implementation and quality management. Led the growth and management of the clinical nutrition organization from health coaching capacity to 20x growth of a nationwide team of registered dietitians, licensed in 50 states and providing medical nutrition therapy. Contributed to various key business functions, including SME for diabetes program development, clinical decision maker, and liaison to Product, Sales, and Marketing teams. Show less
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Registered Dietitian/Coach
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Sep 2014 - Apr 2019
Subject Matter Expert
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HappyGoHealthyRD, Virtual Private Practice
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Denver, Colorado, United States
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Founder/Registered Dietitian
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Jan 2015 - Jan 2021
Registered Dietitian, Certified LEAP Therapist, and Certified Monash FODMAP Dietitian specializing in nutrition counseling for diabetes, gastrointestinal, autoimmune conditions, food sensitivities, weight management, and mindful & intuitive eating. Registered Dietitian, Certified LEAP Therapist, and Certified Monash FODMAP Dietitian specializing in nutrition counseling for diabetes, gastrointestinal, autoimmune conditions, food sensitivities, weight management, and mindful & intuitive eating.
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Sutter Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Clinical Dietitian/Weight Management Program Design
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Jan 2014 - Jul 2017
Provided Medical Nutrition Therapy for various medical conditions including GI disorders, cardiovascular disease, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, and renal disease. Certified in Clinical Nutrition Support (CNSC), supporting tube feeding, and parenteral nutrition therapy. With endocrinologist, established weight management program to support patients with diabetes, designed framework, nutrition philosophy, and interventions. Provided outpatient weight management and bariatric surgery medical nutrition therapy. Interim Food and Nutrition Services Manager. Show less
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UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager, Nutrition Services
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Oct 2012 - Jan 2014
Provided RD oversight for operation in collaboration with Director: development and revision of policies and procedures, ensured compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and pediatric nutritional care guidelines. Managed food production systems for patient food service, budget for 107,000 patient meals annually. Regional Wellness Champion: responsible for the development and implementation of the Wellness Platform for Clark County Hospital system. Hired, trained, motivated, and evaluated DTR, dietetic assistants, and food service staff. Project Manager for EPIC electronic medical record implementation. Show less
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Sutter Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Supervisor Food and Nutrition Services
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Apr 2011 - Dec 2011
Supervised, coached, and evaluated staff of 20 across three campuses, 788 total bed capacity.Maintained a sanitary food service environment according to JCAHO and local health department regulations.Assisted in the implementation of CBORD.
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Bariatric Surgical Coordinator
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Mar 2010 - Apr 2011
Prepared the patient for surgery, worked to verify information and schedule appointments, handled administrative and insurance documentation, worked to ensure patients completed all necessary preoperative visits and testing.
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Education
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William & Mary – Raymond A. Mason School of Business
MBA in progress, expected graduation -
Kansas State University
BS, Dietetics -
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Dietetic Internship, Dietetics/Dietitian -
Harvard Business School Online
Other; Certificate in Leadership Principles, Complete -
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Dietetics -
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science - BS