GIBNC Services

Education, counseling, and support for the whole nutrition journey.

Work with Nancy through telehealth consultations, telephone and email support, recorded online education, and programs designed for bariatric, gastrointestinal, weight-management, and broader clinical nutrition needs.

Bariatric Nutrition

Support before surgery, through recovery, and beyond.

GIBNC supports patients preparing for weight-loss or revision surgery at St. Agnes Hospital with individualized guidance and structured education before and after surgery.

1
1 hour + 45-minute video

Initial One-on-One Consultation

A focused review of eating and lifestyle habits, pre-surgical challenges, protein needs, weight-loss goals, and habits to begin before surgery.

2
4-hour class

Comprehensive Long-Term Education

Preparation for eating after surgery, maximizing results, preventing regain and deficiencies, and supporting long-term maintenance.

3
6-hour class

Medical Nutrition Pre-Op Class

Detailed education for the first 90 days after surgery, including food stages, supplements, hydration, medications, movement, and recovery nutrition.

4
Ongoing as required

Supervised Weight-Loss Documentation

Insurance-focused education and documentation using a digital 24-hour recall, lifestyle assessment, and manageable habit goals for each session.

5
2.5 hours in two parts

Post-Surgery Transition Class

For patients roughly one to two months after surgery, covering solid foods, meal preparation, hunger awareness, protein, labels, vitamins, and deficiency prevention.

Live Tuesday Bariatric Q&A

Patients may join a live Tuesday Zoom Q&A before surgery and during the first three months after surgery.

Bariatric Back on Track

For patients one year or more after surgery who are navigating regain, a plateau, older habits, or possible deficiency-related symptoms. Support may combine a class, assessment, coaching, log review, or laboratory review.

A Note from Nancy
“You do not need every service. You need the right education and support at the right time.”
Nancy Lum, RD, LDN
Nutrition Beyond Surgery

Healthy eating, weight management, and medical nutrition counseling.

ANRP Healthy Eating & Weight Management

For people who have not had bariatric surgery and are not pursuing surgery. Options include a five-hour recorded series, a one-hour assessment with a personalized plan, follow-ups, and phone coaching.

  • 5-hour video education series
  • One-hour individual assessment
  • 30- or 60-minute follow-ups
  • 15-minute phone coaching

GI & Medical Nutrition Counseling

Individualized nutrition counseling may address celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, IBS, colitis, GERD, gastritis, low-FODMAP nutrition, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular concerns.

  • Condition-focused assessment
  • Personalized nutrition guidance
  • Telehealth follow-up options
  • Coordination with your care priorities

Flexible Coaching & Follow-Up

Not every person needs every component. Nancy helps determine the useful combination of consultation, education, coaching, or follow-up for your goals and desired level of support.

  • Telehealth consultations
  • Telephone coaching
  • Email coaching
  • Food, fluid, and activity log review
Fees & Planning

Clear service fees. A personalized combination.

The right plan may combine one or more services. These fees provide a current reference from the GIBNC services guide; your recommended approach depends on your needs and insurance requirements.

Your plan is personalized to your needs, goals, and level of support.

Schedule an initial consultation to determine the right approach and discuss pricing.

ServiceFee
One-hour consultation$125
30-minute follow-up$65
Online email coaching$45
Phone coaching$20
Supervised weight documentation$40/month for 3–6 months
Aetna supervised documentation$240 for 12 sessions
BC/BS required RD phone coaching$45 total or $15 per call
Education classes$85–$175
CBT group courses$97–$597

Not sure where your needs fit?

Contact the office to share your goals. The team can help clarify the appropriate first step and current availability.