Theresa Gentile, MS, RDN, CDN

Brooklyn, N.Y.

Areas of Expertise

• Obesity and Weight Management
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Family Nutrition
• Enteral Nutrition
• Pediatric Feeding

Gentile is the coordinator of the home enteral nutrition program at Maimonides Medical Center. She owns a nutrition consulting practice where she focuses on cardiac health and weight management by improving women's metabolism. Gentile previously served as an adjunct faculty member at CUNY Brooklyn College. She earned the Distinguished Dietitian of the Year Award from the Greater New York Dietetic Association and is a co-chair of its private practice and cultural foods committees. Gentile earned undergraduate and master's degrees from CUNY Brooklyn College.

Recent Media Highlights

July 6, 2026 | Real Simple
9 Healthiest Drinks to Help You Stay Hydrated When You Want More Flavor Than Water

May 26, 2026 | WTTW-TV – Chicago Tonight
As GLP-1 Drugs Skyrocket in Popularity, Healthcare Workers Emphasize Need for Proper Use and Support

May 1, 2026 | Huffington Post
Can't Stop Snacking? A New Study Says It Could Be An Automatic Brain Response

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