Registered dietitians are available to meet with patients (and caregivers) undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation treatment regarding related side effects, unwanted weight changes, food choices, supplements, special diets and any other questions.
Individualized Outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy and Counseling Services
WHO MAY ATTEND:
Oncology patients and caregivers (Chemotherapy)
CONTACT:
Nutrition Wellness Center 212-746-0838
MEETING DATES:
Monday - Friday
TIMES:
By Appointment
LOCATION:
520 East 70th Street, Starr Pavilion, Room 529
GI Nutrition Services
Nutrition services specifically tailored to address the needs of digestive disease patients are available free of charge.
WHO MAY ATTEND:
Patients diagnosed with any cancer of the digestive tract, including esophageal, stomach, liver, pancreatic, colon and anorectal cancers.
CONTACT:
1-877-902-2232
MEETING DATES:
Monday-Friday
TIMES:
Call to make an appointment
LOCATION:
NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan
Inpatient Nutrition Classes
WHO MAY ATTEND:
Inpatient oncology patients and caregivers
CONTACT:
Glenis George-Alexander
MEETING DATES:
Wednesdays
TIMES:
10:30-11:00 a.m.
LOCATION:
Greenberg 10th Floor, Patient Lounge, Room 224
Outpatient Nutrition Navigator
Our nutrition navigator reaches out to oncology patients by phone and/or during treatment visits to identify nutrition risks and challenges and connect patients and caregivers with our registered dietitians.
WHO MAY ATTEND:
Oncology outpatients
CONTACT:
Nutrition Wellness Center 212-746-0838
MEETING DATES:
By Appointment
Milkshake Program
Sponsored by Nancy’s Friends, the NewYork Presbyterian Oncology Milkshake Program provides opportunities for cancer patients to enjoy milkshakes during treatment periods. Milkshakes serve as high calorie and protein snacks in addition to comfort foods during difficult-to-eat periods.
WHO MAY ATTEND:
Oncology inpatients
CONTACT:
Gladys Alexander
MEETING DATES:
Several times during the week
LOCATION:
Greenberg 10C, 10S, 10W
WHO MAY ATTEND:
Oncology outpatients
MEETING DATES:
Several times during the week
LOCATION:
Infusion Outpatient Units