Group Video Visit Nutrition Class Offerings
Registration
Michigan Medicine patients: register for class by calling 734-615-0444 (please call Monday-Friday between 8:30am-4pm)
Non-Michigan Medicine patients: call registration to obtain a medical record number (MRN): 734-615-9931. Once an MRN is obtained, call 734-615-0444 to register.
All classes are video visits through the Patient Portal using the Zoom platform.
All courses are single-course offerings, unless noted with an asterisk (*) next to the course title.
Our insurance billing guidelines allow patients to only sign up for one class per day, but they are allowed to sign up for as many classes as they wish to in a week, month or year, as well as for multi-session classes. Patients may retake a single or multi session class as many times as needed.
Class Cost: A nutrition visit with a registered dietitian is a covered service for ~95% of patients. For the ~5% of patients whose insurance may not cover the charge, the out of pocket cost will be $14-$22. If a bill is received, it is most likely an error or due to a deductible issue. In this case, the patient should contact us to be referred to the Nutrition Supervisor, who will review the issue.
Adult Classes
All courses are instructed by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists
Target audience: registration is for patients 18+ years of age. (all classes are 30 minutes unless otherwise noted)
Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition to Support your Immune System
Arthritis and Gut Health
The new link between joint health and the gut microbiome. New research and tips for improving gut health, specifically for osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients. Second Tuesday of the month. 1 pm. Instructor: Laura Tarnacki
Arthritis: Protein, Muscles, Bones and Aging
How aging and arthritis can affect bones and muscles. Protecting bones and muscles for better mobility and independence. Healthy sources or protein, including serving sizes and sample meal ideas. Third Tuesday of the month. 1pm. Instructor: Laura Tarnacki
Arthritis Nutrition Overview
Weight loss as evidenced-based treatment for knee osteoarthritis (OA). Best approaches for reducing inflammation. Maintaining muscle mass and strength for the long term. Importance of physical activity for arthritis and resources for patients. Fourth Tuesday of the month. 1 pm. Instructor: Laura Tarnacki
Building Better Bones
Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes
For our Diabetes Courses specifically, a doctor referral is needed to attend classes. For more information on any of the Diabetes courses including class cost and registration, please call 734-998-2475. Various instructors or Diabetes Education Program staff lead the courses. Series of three classes meeting once a week virtually on Thursdays. Class series is held as needed. 3 pm - 4:30 pm.
Featured Food of the Month
A new, healthful and seasonal food, will be covered each month. Specific health benefits and preparation ideas for each food. Learn about oranges in January, dark chocolate in February, cabbage in March, etc. Second and fourth Mondays of the month. 1pm. Instructor: Melissa Shannon-Hagen
Figuring Out Fats
Different types of fats and the benefits of eating healthy fats. Second Thursday of the month. 2:30 pm. Instructor: Sarah Meyers
Gestational Diabetes
For our Diabetes Courses specifically, a doctor referral is needed to attend classes. For more information on any of the Diabetes courses including class cost and registration, please call 734-998-2475. Various instructors or Diabetes Education Program staff lead the courses. A one time class offered weekly on Tuesday. Follow up communication will occur between educator and patient until delivery. 8:30 am - 11 am.
Gout Friendly Diet
Healthy Eating, Healthy Weight
Healty Eating, Healty Weight CHECK IN
Healthy Habits
12 healthy lifestyle habits, and how to get started by picking 1-2 habits to work on. 2nd Thursday of the month. 11:00 a.m. Emilie Klemptner
*Healthy Tips for Cancer Survivors (Eight Session Course)
Lowering the Pressure: Managing Hypertension with Lifestyle
Classes taught by cardiology RDNs (accepting primary care and cardiology hypertension referrals) as a result of Clinical Redesign. 3 class Virtual series; each provider offers a series for the first 3 weeks of the month. Tuesdays 9 am, Wednesday at 11 am, Friday at 1:30 pm.
Managing Kidney Stones with Diet
Identifying different types of kidney stones. The causes and risk factors of kidney stones. Interpreting the LithoLink results and formulating a nutrition plan to help reduce recurrent kidney stones. Second Monday of the month. 8 am. Instructor: Terrie Holewinski
Mediterranean Diet
Mindless Eating
Nutrition for Brain Health
Nutrition and PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
Plant Based Eating: Fundamentals
Plant Based Eating: Adding Beans to your Diet
Plant Based Eating: Adding Soy to your Diet
Plate It Up
Prediabetes
The definition of prediabetes and what your lab values mean. Strategies to improve your blood sugar by balancing diet. Participants setting a goal based on presentation content. Meets weekly with various times and days. Instructors: all primary care RDNs
Prediabetes Support Group
This is a support group for participants who have attended the Prediabetes Class. Group discussions will include, but are not limited to topics such as macronutrients, food tracking, meal planning, dining out, stress eating and food demos. Offered weekly with various times of day/days of the week offerings. Various Primary Care RDN instructors
Reducing Added Sugars
Tackling Obstacles to Weight Loss
Type 1 Diabetes: Living with Diabetes
For our Diabetes Courses specifically, a doctor referral is needed to attend classes. For more information on any of the Diabetes courses including class cost and registration, please call 734-998-2475. Various instructors or Diabetes Education Program staff lead the courses. Series of three classes meeting once a week on Tuesday (virtually); series is held every other month. 5 pm - 7:30 pm.
Type 2 Diabetes: Living with Diabetes
For our Diabetes Courses specifically, a doctor referral is needed to attend classes. For more information on any of the Diabetes courses including class cost and registration, please call 734-998-2475. Various instructors or Diabetes Education Program staff lead the courses. Series of four classes meeting once a week on Monday (virtually) or on Wednesdays (in person at Domino's Farms); series is held every month except December. Monday 5 pm - 7:30 pm. Wednesday 9:30 am - noon.
Family Course Offerings
All courses are instructed by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists
Target audience: registration is for patients of any age (all classes are 30 minutes unless otherwise noted)
Healthy Habits
12 healthy lifestyle habits, and how to get started by picking 1-2 habits to work on. Second Thursday of the month. 11 am. Instructor: Emilie Klemptner
Prenatal Nutrition: Nourishing Mom and Baby
Quick & Healthy Meal Prep
Pediatric Course Offerings
All courses are instructed by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists
Target audience: registration is for patients 0-18 years of age. Patient and/or caregiver may attend for the registered patient. (all classes are 30 minutes unless otherwise noted)
Fantastic Fats and Where to Find Them
Feeding Your 0-2 year old
Food Talk: Helping Kids Build Positive Relationships with Food
FPIES Tips and Troubleshooting
The class will discuss ideas to help overcome obstacles associated with FPIES food trials, provide tips for offering balanced nutrition despite having a FPIES diagnosis and suggest creative ways to incorporate “safe” foods into your child’s diet along with connecting you to other family members who are dealing with the same diagnosis. Third Tuesday of the month starting in June 2023. 9 am. Instructor: Megan Jozefowicz
Got Milk? Everything You Need to Know about Milk and Milk Allergy After Age 1
High Calorie Nutrition to Help your 1-10 Year-Old Grow and Gain
High calorie tips & tricks to help your child gain weight, including suggestions for high calorie meals, snacks, & oral supplements that increase calories without impacting volume of food eaten. 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. 10am(2nd Th); 4pm(4th Th). Sherilyn Rickard
Introducing Allergy Foods to Infants
Iron-Rich Foods for Your Growing Child
Is It Really Gluten-free? A Deeper Dive Into Label-Reading
A review of: Ingredients that contain gluten, including tricky/hidden sources. Gluten-free labeling and its definition. FALCPA (Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act) and allergen advisory statements. Third Thursday of the month. 3 pm. Instructor: Kiersten Waineo
*Picky Eaters Anonymous
To Blend or Not to Blend: An Introduction to Blended Tube Feedings
Vegetarian Diet for Children and Teens: A Beginner's Guide
Key considerations for children and teens eating a vegetarian diet. Identifying common nutrient deficiencies and ways to ensure adequate intake. Preparing nutrient dense meals and snacks, including plant-based protein sources. Second Tuesday of the month. 4:30 pm. Instructor: Leah Kulhanek