Tina Patnode, RDN, LD

Tina Patnode is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with over 23 years of experience providing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).. She has a huge interest in the human microbiome (aka: microorganisms residing in the gastrointestinal tract). For several years, Tina worked for a large Gastroenterology clinic in Portland, Oregon where she gained exceptional clinical experience . She thoroughly enjoys helping individuals with digestive disease and conditions improve their quality of life using diet and nutrition therapy.

Tina has always had a dream to start her own private practice. So, that is exactly what she did! In 2018, Tina founded GI Nutrition NW, LLC and opened her office in Southwest Portland. In March of 2020, Tina began providing virtual nutrition therapy (Telehealth) to those who reside in Oregon, California, Arizona, and Colorado.

Over ten years ago, Tina started to educate her clients on the low FODMAP diet. The low FODMAP diet was developed by The Monash University and has a wealth of evidence-based research to support its effectiveness in minimizing digestive symptoms in those who have irritable bowel syndrome. Tina is honored to have been trained by well-known, respected industry professionals Kate Scarlata, RD, and Patsy Catsos, RD.

Tina recognizes that each person is unique and has specific needs. She will develop a diet and nutritional plan that is tailored to get you on track to optimal digestive health.

Tina firmly believes that to be successful, you need more than a list of what not to eat; you need to know what you can eat. With the support and guidance of a well-versed and knowledgeable dietitian like Tina, the success-rate of diet and nutrition therapy is vastly increased.

Outside of Tina’s professional life, she stays active and enjoys walking, cycling, and Bikram yoga.

Professional Membership
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy Dietetic Practice Group
Dietitians in Gluten and Gastrointestinal Disorders Dietetic Practice Group
Gluten Intolerance Group
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America Northwest Chapter Medical Advisory Committee
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America
I am a Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Specialities & Areas of focus: IBS, low FODMAP diet, Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, Gastroparesis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, tube feeding
List any licenses you hold: Licensed Dietitian in Oregon
Professional experience: Tina Patnode is a registered dietitian nutritionist with over 23 years of experience providing medical nutrition therapy. She graduated from Oregon Health & Sciences University in Portland, Oregon where she has worked in acute care, home health care, and in the outpatient nutrition setting. Tina worked for a large gastroenterology practice as a GI Dietitian. Here she gained exceptional experience in the field of digestive disease and conditions. Given her passion for helping individuals improve their digestive health, she founded GI Nutrition NW, LLC, a private practice in Portland, Oregon. Tina provides diet and nutrition therapy via Telehealth for conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and gastroparesis. Tina is a member of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America and a member of the Northwest Chapter Medical Advisory Committee.
Training: Oregon Health & Sciences University
How many years of experience do you have?: 23
Do you take insurance?:
Yes
No
Insurances accepted: Regence BCBS, MODA, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, PacificSource, Tricare, Multiplan, Oregon Health Plan (open card), Care Oregon, First Choice Health
Low FODMAP Training:
Yes
No
How do you provide care?:
Virtual
In person
Virtual & In person

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