Diana Mesa, RD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for older adults. As a partner in your senior health journey, she practices at Diana Mesa, RD in Miami, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). She specializes in creating personalized nutrition plans, working alongside your doctor and care team to address complex health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease. Her focus is on ensuring optimal wellness and nutrition throughout your aging journey, supporting you and your needs with the utmost care and respect.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are specialized healthcare professionals who partner with your doctor and care team to create personalized nutrition plans for managing complex health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease, ensuring optimal wellness and nutrition throughout your aging journey. Diana Mesa serves individuals 65 years and older, and is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (561) 295-1392 to schedule an appointment. Diana is a registered and licensed dietitian nutritionist and a certified diabetes care and education specialist based in Miami, FL. She offers culturally inclusive care to people from diverse backgrounds with diabetes, PCOS, and many other chronic conditions while helping them heal from disordered eating and eating disorders. Diana is a weight-inclusive dietitian, focusing on helping you connect with your intuitive eater and apply mindfulness to your relationship with food and body while enjoying the cultural foods you grew up eating. She emphasizes health-supportive behaviors instead of weight loss, working with people with diabetes of all types, PCOS, disordered eating, and eating disorders. Diana Mesa offers consultations in Spanish.
A cornerstone of effective senior care is a strong patient-provider partnership. Diana Mesa is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on holistic strategies to protect health and enhance quality of life.
Dr. Mesa, a compassionate and dedicated partner in your senior's health journey, provides comprehensive care that prioritizes individual needs. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, she meticulously crafts personalized nutrition plans, addressing complex health conditions like diabetes and heart disease, to optimize well-being and nutrition. Her approach emphasizes a holistic understanding of each senior's unique circumstances, fostering a supportive environment for a healthy and fulfilling aging process.
By working together, you, your family, and Diana Mesa can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
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Aetna
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- AWH Emory Northside Hospital System OAAS
- Blue Advantage
- Blue Card
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Choice Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- LocalPlus
- Managed Choice (Open Access)
- Navigate
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Open Choice
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- UnitedHealthCare
Effective management of health is key to well-being in later life. Diana Mesa provides expert, compassionate care for a range of conditions common in older adults, with a focus on managing symptoms and maintaining function. Common areas of focus include:
- Diabetes: Diabetes is a condition where your body doesn't use insulin properly, leading to high blood sugar, but with careful meal planning and monitoring, you can manage it and maintain your independence.
- Food Allergy: A food allergy is a serious reaction your body has to a specific food, causing symptoms like hives or breathing trouble, that needs careful management to ensure safety and well-being.
- Hypertension: High blood pressure, or hypertension, often has no noticeable symptoms, but following a carefully planned diet can significantly lower your blood pressure and keep you healthier for longer.
- Metabolic Disorders: Metabolic disorders can disrupt your body's balance, affecting things like blood sugar and weight, but following a specially designed diet can greatly improve symptoms and your overall well-being.
- Obesity: Carrying excess weight, or obesity, puts extra stress on your body, but a registered dietitian can help you create a safe and effective eating plan to manage your weight and feel better.
- Constipation: Treating constipation can significantly improve your comfort and daily life, allowing you to maintain independence and enjoy your favorite activities.
- Food Allergy - Scallop: If you're allergic to scallops, working with a dietitian can help you create delicious and safe meal plans that exclude scallops while still meeting your nutritional needs.
This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional based on your specific health history.
To provide comprehensive and person-centered care, Diana Mesa offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and support the health of older adults:
- Body Composition Measurement: Body composition measurement helps your RDN tailor a nutrition plan to address issues like muscle loss or excess fat, improving your overall health.
- Body Fat Analysis: By measuring body fat, your registered dietitian can better manage chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease, ensuring your nutrition plan effectively addresses your specific needs.
- Detailed Stool Analysis: By analyzing your stool sample, your RDN can assess gut health, which is crucial for managing chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease and preventing malnutrition.
- Diet Counseling: Through diet counseling, a registered dietitian can assess your nutritional needs and create a plan to improve your overall health and well-being.
- Intracellular Nutrition Analysis: By analyzing the nutrients within cells, Intracellular Nutrition Analysis can identify potential deficiencies or imbalances that contribute to chronic diseases and aid in better disease management for older adults.
- Medical Nutrition Therapy: MNT is a specialized dietary approach that helps diagnose and manage nutrition-related problems in older adults, improving overall wellness.
- Nutritional Counseling: Nutritional counseling is a valuable tool for managing chronic kidney disease by helping you choose foods that support your kidney health.
- Nutritional Supplementation: Nutritional supplementation helps an RDN personalize a senior's eating plan by addressing nutrient needs that are not being met through diet alone.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Florida.
Diana Mesa is dedicated to partnering with older adults and their families to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how compassionate care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- With careful meal planning guided by a registered dietitian nutritionist, a senior felt more energetic and secure in managing their diabetes, allowing them to enjoy their favorite hobby of playing cards with friends each week.
- After working with a registered dietitian nutritionist, a family felt significantly more secure at home knowing they could safely prepare meals for their loved one with a food allergy, reducing the risk of accidental exposure and improving everyone's peace of mind.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors specific to each person. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
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3801 E Highway 98 Ste 100100, Port St. Joe, FL, 32456
Phone: (850) 229-5752
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- HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital Port St. Lucie (Residency Hospital)
Here are answers to some common questions about Registered Dietitian Nutritionist care with Diana Mesa:
- What is a Registered Dietitian?
- A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is a food and nutrition expert who has completed rigorous education and training. RDNs translate nutrition science into practical advice to help seniors manage health conditions, prevent disease, and improve their overall well-being.
- How is a Registered Dietitian different from a 'nutritionist'?
- A Registered Dietitian, like Diana Mesa, is a legally protected title. RDs have completed a rigorous education, supervised practice, and national exam, and maintain continuing education. The title "nutritionist" is not regulated, so anyone can use it. Working with an RD ensures you're choosing a qualified and credentialed expert.
- Do I have to give up all my favorite foods?
- Not at all! Diana Mesa's philosophy focuses on balance, moderation, and finding healthy ways to enjoy your favorite foods. We'll work together to create a sustainable lifestyle by exploring healthier alternatives and appropriate portion sizes.
- I have high blood pressure. What kind of dietary changes can help?
- Reducing sodium, especially in processed foods, is a powerful way to manage high blood pressure. The DASH diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, can also significantly help. These dietary changes are effective, non-medication strategies for controlling blood pressure.
- I have type 2 diabetes. How can a dietitian help me?
- Managing your diet is a cornerstone of controlling type 2 diabetes. Diana Mesa can help you understand how different foods affect your blood sugar levels. The goal is a balanced, enjoyable eating plan that stabilizes blood sugar, improves energy, and prevents complications, not deprivation.
- As I've gotten older, my appetite has decreased. Is this a concern?
- Decreased appetite is common in older adults, but it's important to address. Poor appetite can lead to unintentional weight loss and malnutrition, impacting strength and immunity. Diana Mesa can help you develop strategies to make meals more appealing and nutrient-dense, ensuring you get the nutrition your body needs.
- I have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Why is diet so important?
- When your kidneys aren't working optimally, they struggle to filter waste from your blood. A specialized renal diet helps reduce the buildup of these waste products. Diana Mesa can create a personalized plan that often limits sodium, potassium, and phosphorus to lessen the burden on your kidneys and help preserve their function.
- What is Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)?
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is a personalized nutrition plan developed by a Registered Dietitian to treat medical conditions. It's an evidence-based approach, part of a comprehensive healthcare plan, and can include creating a heart-healthy plan to lower cholesterol or a kidney-friendly plan for someone with chronic kidney disease.
Diana Mesa, RD
810 NE 149th St
Miami FL 33161
Phone: (561) 295-1392
Diana Mesa, RD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1922560796
Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.
The information on this profile, provided by infoaging.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with healthcare partners for yourself or a loved one. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the provider named. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists like Diana Mesa are skilled in helping seniors and their families navigate their health journey. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. Always consult with a qualified medical professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your care plan.