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Linzy Peterson is a seasoned and dedicated Registered and Licensed Dietitian, who specializes in Bariatric Surgery and Medical Weight Loss. Presently engaged with Nuself Bariatrics in Austin, Texas, Linzy boasts a comprehensive career, including a pivotal role at Banner Health in Phoenix Bariatric Program in the past.

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Meet Linzy Peterson RD LD

Linzy professional journey encompasses diverse responsibilities, from Formula Technician at Phoenix Children’s Hospital to Website Content Manager for Wandering Alaskan. Linzy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics from Utah State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude.

With a GPA of 3.96, Linzy excels in patient counseling, motivational interviewing, EMR proficiency, and dynamic educational content creation. Linzy Peterson stands as a distinguished and adept professional within the realm of dietetics.

Our patients state she is very knowledgeable and has a very practical approach to treatment and recommendations. She is easily approachable and very responsive to patient needs.

  • BARIATRIC/WEIGHT LOSS DIETITIAN Nuself Bariatrics, Austin, Texas (Remote)
  • BARIATRIC/WEIGHT LOSS DIETITIAN ACS, Tucson, Arizona (Remote)
  • BARIATRIC/WEIGHT LOSS DIETITIAN Banner Health, Phoenix, Arizona
  • FORMULA TECHNICIAN Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Phoenix, Arizona
  • BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN DIETETICS

    Utah State University

  • ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN GENERAL STUDIES

    Salt Lake Community College

  • GENERAL LIBERAL ARTS COURSES

    Oregon State University

  • 5 + years experience counseling patients on nutrition, weight loss, and lifestyle changes
  • Skilled in the use of motivational interviewing
  • Up to date on several EMRs including Athena, Cerner, Epic
  • Adept with in person counseling and virtual visits
  • Comfortable organizing and teaching in large groups, such as support groups and nutrition demonstrations
  • Competent in Microsoft Office and website design/content management
  • Efficient staying up to date with current research
  • Efficient creating education materials