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.

Monthly Digest

  • 9 Habits that can halt your Diet

  • Maintaining control over your diet is one of the hardest things to accomplish. As part of a successful plan for medical weight management in Baton Rouge, follow these simple tips and avoid these common diet disasters.

  • Get Motivated to Lose Weight

  • Whether you are looking for a weight loss program in Baton Rouge or are in the midst of your weight loss journey, you know that it takes more than just signing up for a gym membership to get fit. You need to find the internal motivation to get up and get moving, and once you are moving you need to stick with it. The truth is that no one ever said that getting fit is easy, but it is possible. When you want to get motivated to get in shape, consider some of the following important tips.

  • 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.