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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.

Meet Linzy Peterson

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