Kelly Schooley, RD

Kelly Schooley, RD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Registered Dietitian Nutritionist care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she practices at our clinic in Jacksonville, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are your primary partners in preventive care, collaboratively creating personalized long-term health plans, coordinating essential screenings, and providing expert medical nutrition therapy and wellness counseling to empower you to achieve and maintain optimal well-being. She serves individuals of all ages seeking proactive health management and nutritional guidance.

Dr. Kelly RD is a dietitian in Jacksonville, FL, committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to medicine. Her practice emphasizes creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. She understands the importance of personalized care and proactively works with patients to develop sustainable strategies for a healthy lifestyle. For inquiries about new patient acceptance, please call (904) 253-2533. Dr. Kelly RD provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Kelly RD is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Kelly RD can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Kelly RD provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Lipid Disorders: Early detection of unhealthy lipid levels is crucial because it allows for timely interventions, like dietary changes, to prevent serious health complications.
• Dyslipidemia: Early detection and management of dyslipidemia, a condition involving elevated cholesterol or triglycerides, are crucial for preventing long-term cardiovascular complications and improving overall health.
• ADHD and-or ADD: Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in managing ADHD/ADD, helping to prevent mood swings, impulsivity, and other associated challenges.
• Unexplained Weight Loss: Unexplained weight loss can be a sign of an underlying health problem, so it's crucial to seek medical attention to identify and address the cause before it progresses.
• Crohn's Disease: Crohn's disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, can be better managed through early detection and a tailored diet plan to minimize flare-ups and long-term complications.
• Psoriasis: Managing psoriasis effectively involves focusing on preventive strategies including diet, stress management, and consistent skincare, minimizing the impact on your physical and mental health.
• Chronic Diseases: Making healthy food choices and maintaining a balanced diet is one of the best ways to decrease your risk of developing a wide range of chronic illnesses.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Kelly RD offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Osteoporosis Screening: Proactive osteoporosis screening helps detect bone loss early, allowing for timely intervention to prevent fractures and maintain bone health.
• Cancer Counseling: Learn how your diet can impact your cancer risk and empower yourself with personalized dietary strategies for prevention.
• Oral Glucose Tolerance Test: This painless oral glucose tolerance test helps assess your risk of developing type 2 diabetes or other metabolic disorders, allowing you to make informed dietary and lifestyle choices for better health outcomes.
• Diabetes Prevention: Proactively protect yourself from diabetes with a comprehensive assessment of your eating habits and a tailored plan to improve your blood sugar control.
• Chronic Diabetes Management: Prevent future diabetes-related complications and improve your overall health through a comprehensive program focused on optimizing your diet and lifestyle choices.
• Medical Nutrition Therapy: Proactively improve your health and well-being with MNT; it helps you understand how food impacts your body and guides you toward a healthier lifestyle.
• Cholesterol Screening: Early detection is key to preventing heart disease – a cholesterol screening offers valuable insight into your heart health and helps guide you toward healthier choices.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) in Florida.

Dr. Kelly RD is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers/Support Systems to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Client's life:

• By understanding their lipid levels and making dietary changes guided by a registered dietitian nutritionist, a patient proactively reduced their risk of future health problems, gaining confidence in their overall well-being.
• A patient, empowered by a registered dietitian nutritionist's guidance, successfully implemented dietary changes, significantly reducing their risk of developing dyslipidemia and promoting a healthier future. This proactive approach provided the patient with peace of mind and confidence in their overall well-being.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Registered Dietitian Nutritionist care with Dr. Kelly RD:

What is the difference between a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a nutritionist?

A Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) is a credentialed healthcare professional with extensive education and supervised practice experience. The term "nutritionist" is not regulated, and an RD provides evidence-based, reliable nutrition advice.

What can I expect during my first visit with Dr. Kelly RD?

Your first visit with Dr. Kelly RD will be a comprehensive assessment of your health history, eating habits, lifestyle, and personal goals. This detailed review is the first step in creating a realistic and sustainable personalized nutrition plan tailored to your specific needs. We will work collaboratively to develop a plan that supports your health and well-being.

How can you help a patient undergoing cancer treatment?

Dr. Kelly RD can help manage treatment side effects like nausea and appetite loss, prevent weight loss, and maintain strength, which can help patients better tolerate their treatments.

How can a dietitian help me manage my diabetes?

Dr. Kelly RD can help you manage your diabetes by teaching you about carbohydrate counting, balancing meals for stable blood sugar, and making healthy food choices without compromising flavor. This empowers you to take control of your condition.

I have a food allergy or sensitivity. How can a dietitian assist?

Dr. Kelly can help identify hidden sources of allergens in foods, plan a balanced and varied diet that avoids the trigger food, and ensure you are still getting all the necessary nutrients.

What is Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)?

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is an evidence-based, therapeutic approach to managing medical conditions using a personalized diet plan. A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) provides this formal process to help manage diseases like kidney disease, diabetes, or heart disease, and it's often covered by insurance.

Do you work with patients who have eating disorders?

Yes, Dr. Kelly RD works with patients who have eating disorders as part of a multidisciplinary team. She collaborates with therapists and doctors to help patients heal their relationship with food, establish healthy eating patterns, and achieve nutritional rehabilitation in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

I'm an athlete. How can you help me with sports performance?

Dr. Kelly can help athletes optimize performance by developing a personalized nutrition plan. This plan will fuel workouts, aid in recovery, build muscle, and ensure proper hydration, leading to peak athletic achievement.

5322 N Pearl St
Jacksonville FL 32208
Phone: (904) 253-2533

Kelly Schooley, 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): 1376845172

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) like Dr. Kelly RD are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your registered dietitian nutritionist (rdn) about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.