The O.N.E.Weigh System Team

Chris Caire: Program Director

Chris Caire: Program DirectorEducation and Training:

  • Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Louisiana State University, 2004
  • Minor in Business Administration

Affiliations:

  • North American Association for the Study of Obesity (NAASO), The Obesity Society
  • Obesity Action Coalition
  • American Obesity Association

Chris works closely with the team to help develop successful educational programs that foster a positive learning environment for the participants. His dedication, unwavering support, and understanding that each participant has individual needs helps build the foundation for successful weight management.  Prior to joining Gastroenterology Associates in 2006, he was a dietetic technician at a local regional medical center with a focus on nutritional rehabilitation and education of cardiac bypass patients.

Melanie Nutter, MSN, RN, C-ANP

Education and Training:Melanie Nutter C-ANP

  • Southeastern Louisiana University, Bachelor of Science, Nursing, 1987
  • Southeastern Louisiana University, Masters of Science in Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 2001

Affiliations:

  • Member of Louisiana Association of Nurse Practitioners

Melanie joined Gastroenterology Associates in 2003

Emily Fields, LDN, RD

Emily Fields LDNEducation and Training:

  • Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Louisiana State University, 2005
  • Dietetic Internship, Nicholls State University, 2006

Affiliations:

  • American Dietetic Association
  • Baton Rouge Dietetic Association
  • Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionist (SCAN) Dietetic Practice Group
  • Weight Management Dietetic Practice Group

Emily works with individuals and groups to create successful weight management strategies in an interactive and positive environment. Prior to joining Gastroenterology Associates in 2007, she was an outpatient dietitian and counseled patients with diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other chronic diseases. Her knowledge of the latest weight loss trends, nutrition, and nutritional products make her an integral part of our program and community.

Diana Graham LPN

Diana Graham LPNEducation and Training:

  • Attended St John’s School of Nursing in Springfield MO.

Diana has over 30 years of nursing experience in the hospital and physician office setting and plays a critical role in care management by providing both on-site and phone support for the patients on a weekly basis.  She is also responsible for collecting clinical data and correspondence with the primary care physicians of our patients.

Theresa Smith

Theresa SmithEducation and Training:

  • Riverparishes Community College: Associate Degree in Social Behavior

Theresa is responsible for reception area of O.N.E. Weigh. She answers phone calls, completes food orders, and handles all money transactions.

About Us

Monthly Digest

  • Preventing a Weight Loss Disaster

  • We all want to make our family and friends happy, and many of us go to great extents to put a smile on others faces. But how much do you sacrifice your own needs to satisfy others happiness? Perhaps, for example, your children ask for pizza for dinner. While you might be focusing on your weight loss goals, you may suddenly feel guilty about not taking your children to the movies yesterday after you promised them they could go, and if you aren’t prepared then this feeling of guilt may drive to merge from your weight loss plan.

  • How Obesity May Affect the Brain

  • According to a recent study, obesity may affect areas of the brain that control appetite and the impulse to eat–and overeat. While many people argue that losing weight is all about self-control, medical weight loss specialists understand that obesity is a struggle that many people have difficulty attempting to overcome. Weight loss clinics in Baton Rouge can help you to overcome the impact that obesity has had on your mind and help you to begin living a healthier lifestyle.

  • Becoming Aware of your Hunger Cues

  • Often times when we are having a bad day, we gravitate towards something that makes us feel comfortable. Most comfort foods aren’t packed with nutrients, and aren’t being eaten and consumed because of hunger. Emotional or “head hunger” differs greatly from physical hunger. Emotional eating can be a day-to-day occurrence that most people live with without even fully understanding or realizing. Obesity is one of the largest health problems we face today, and without separation between head and physical hunger, it is often very difficult to make a long term change.