Prior to joining Kingley Health, John was The Coordinator of Bariatric Surgery and Critical Care Nutrition at St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton, NJ.  For almost the last 6 years, John was responsible for coordinating bariatric surgery patients through pre- and postoperative clinical pathways.  He also provided medical nutrition therapy for both inpatient and outpatient bariatric patients in addition to delivering daily inpatient nutrition support assessment and intervention with critical care patients.   He has also consulted for Johnson and Johnson on their Realize Band product and marketing efforts.  During his time at St. Francis, John has served as a preceptor for dietetic interns.  He has previous clinical experience with renal and hepatic patients at Albert Einstein Medical Center and with a private dialysis company. He also has experience at counseling cardiac rehab patients on nutrition.

For the last 12 years, John has been a prolific writer for both clinical and general interest publications on topics of nutrition.  He also has teaching experience at both Rutgers and UMDNJ in food chemistry and applied physiology.

John is a 1995 graduate of Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science and Dietetics.  He did his internship and completed some graduate work at the University of Pittsburgh.  He received his Master of Science degree from Central Michigan University in 2003.  John is one year away from receiving his Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition from UMDNJ with a specialization in bariatric nutrition having already successfully completed and defended his doctoral thesis on "The Relationship Between Preoperative Weight Loss and Postoperative Weight Loss at Six Months and Twelve Months after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass” (2009). A retrospective study of 246 subjects that underwent RYGB at St. Francis Medical Center."

Theresa is a Registered Dietitian, licensed by the State of Pennsylvania. She holds a Nutrition Science degree from Drexel University and completed her Internship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She has served as a Board member of the American Dietetic Association’s (ADA), Dietetic Practice Group, Nutrition Entrepreneurs; and is a member of ADA’s Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutrition (SCAN) group.

Theresa has practiced Clinical Nutrition at Albert Einstein Medical Center and Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. In addition, she has served as Adjunct Professor at area colleges; was Spokesperson for the American Cancer Society’s Philadelphia Chapter and received their Volunteer of the Year Award. She has recently joined Kingley Health to pursue her passion for health and wellness.

Theresa believes Nutrition Wellness is fundamental to good health. She utilizes Motivational Interviewing to achieve behavioral change in managing chronic diseases, including: hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and eating disorders.

Her special interest include Sports Nutrition and enjoys playing competitive tennis, reading and spending time with her two children and husband in Wayne, Pennsylvania.

Jennifer combines her clinical nutrition knowledge with her counseling skills to help her clients reach their health and weight goals. Her passion for nutrition counseling started when she was studying food and nutrition at Montclair State University. She is also a fitness enthusiast and holds a Master’s degree in exercise science from The George Washington University, and is a certified group fitness and yoga instructor. Jennifer sees clients in our Toms River, Piscataway, and Iselin locations.

Meagan is a registered dietitian who brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm. She is very devoted to helping her clients achieve their goals and make lasting changes in their lives. She received her bachelors degree from Virginia Tech in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise and completed her dietetic internship at Montclair State University. In her personal time, Meagan enjoys exercising and living the healthy lifestyle that she teaches to her clients.

Erin is a registered dietitian who completed both an undergraduate and graduate degree in Exercise Physiology from East Stroudsburg University, received a master’s degree in Sport Nutrition and Exercise Science from Marywood Univiersity, and completed her dietetic internship from University of Houston.  Prior to coming to Kingley Health, Erin worked in the sector of corporate wellness, gaining experience in providing exercise prescriptions, nutrition education, and instructing group exercise classes.  In her free time, Erin enjoys cooking, baking, traveling, and training for numerous running events, especially half marathons and marathons.

Erika received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Public Health: Nutrition from West Chester University. She completed the ARAMARK Mid-Atlantic Dietetic Internship at various hospitals in the Philadelphia area.Erika holds a Certification in Adult Weight Management through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and is an active member of the American Dietetic Association, as well as the Weight Management Dietetic practice group. Prior to joining Kingley Health, Erika worked as the Food Service Manager and Clinical Dietitian at a Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center. Erika enjoys being active and living a healthy lifestyle and is dedicated to helping individuals reach their goals and achieve healthy and sustained weight loss.

Megan received her Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics from Montclair State University and completed her dietetic internship at the College of Saint Elizabeth. Prior to coming to Kingley, Megan worked as both a dietitian and personal trainer in various health clubs. Her special interest is in working pre and postoperatively with the bariatric population. In her free time Megan enjoys cooking healthy meals, working out, and spending time outdoors.

Lauren combines her well rounded nutritional background with her warm personality to motivate her client to achieve their goals.  Lauren graduated with a BS in nutrition and dietetics and a minor in Biology from the University of Delaware.  She completed her dietetic internship with Sodexho in the metropolitan New York area.  Prior to joining Kingley Health Lauren provided both in-patient and out-patient nutrition counseling at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC and worked for a nutraceutical company where she expanded her knowledge of dietary supplements.  During her spare time Lauren enjoys cooking healthy meals for her family and friends and has recently achieved her goal of completing a half marathon.  Lauren currently works in our Iselin and Piscataway offices.

Lindsey obtained a Bachelors of Science degree in Nutrition and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies from the Pennsylvania State University. She went on to become an RD after successfully completing her dietetic internship at the University of Houston. Lindsey increased her cultural awareness by spending a semester abroad in Rome, Italy studying the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet and International Nutrition. Prior to coming to Kingley, Lindsey obtained a strong foundation in Clinical Nutrition while working in both long term and acute care facilities. Lindsey believes in practicing good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle and enjoys helping her clients achieve their goals.

 Anna Marie graduated from Cook College, Rutgers University in May 1989 then began her graduate degree at New York University with completion in May 1992. She has been a practicing dietitian for the last 18 years. She has worked in critical, acute and long term care facilities as well as in the private practice setting. All have been a true learning experience. Ann Marie has always been fascinated by the medical profession and how nutrition can affect the human body and her goal is to always give 110% to my clients!