Licensure Map Update for Academy Members
Improvements reflect a new, more judicious approach to the map to ensure members have the information necessary to practice lawfully. Learn more and see how it works.
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New for Members: MNT Works Toolkit and Payment Video Series
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has created two new resources as exclusive member benefits to help practitioners succeed in their practice: the MNTWorks Toolkit and the Power of Payment series.
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Spotlight on the 2023 RDN Day Contest Winner
Congratulations to the winner of the 2023 Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day contest, Jane Guo, MCN, RDN, LD, of Dallas, Texas!
Learn moreAcademy Members Selected to Serve on 2025-2030 DGAC
Six Academy members and credentialed practitioners were selected to serve on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which is comprised of 20 members who are highly qualified nutrition scientists with demonstrated expertise.
Learn moreSlate of Candidates Announced
The Academy and CDR Nominating Committees are pleased to announce the slate of candidates for the 2023 national ballot.
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End Hunger and Improve Health
The Academy makes commitment to support White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health goal of ending hunger and increase healthful eating and physical activity by 2030.
Learn moreAetna Fee Schedule Update
Update: Academy's Efforts Regarding Aetna's Mid-Level Practitioners Policy
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Infant Formula Supply Chain Information
RDNs, NDTRs and other Academy members who work in pediatric nutrition, community and public health and in other settings have been actively engaged in mitigating the impact of the infant formula shortages on nutrition security for clients and patients.
Learn moreAcademy Responds to False Report
A Letter to Members from Academy President (2022-23) Ellen Shanley: "I wanted you to be aware that the Academy has been responding in the strongest terms to an inaccurate, misleading report about our organization’s relationships with corporations and industry. One of the main authors of the report is financially tied to anti-science groups with vested interests in opposing licensure for RDNs and lobbying against the safe regulation of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition and dietetics services."
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Academy Nominates Members for Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
The Academy has submitted the names of 25 member experts as nominees to serve on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
Learn moreAetna Increases RDN Reimbursement
Following concerns expressed by the Academy in a May 31 letter, executives from the insurance company Aetna decided to increase reimbursement and made commitment to improve access to nutrition care provided by RDNs.
Learn moreAcademy Urges Aetna to Rescind Policy
The Academy is sharing concerns to Aetna about its recent revision to its Mid-Level Practitioners and Other Qualified Health Care Professionals Payment Policy rthat educed payment to RDNs to 75% of the recognized charge or negotiated fee for covered service for commercial members.
Learn moreAcademy Names VP of HR Culture and Diversity
Carrolyn Patterson has been promoted to Vice President of Human Resources Culture and Diversity.
Learn moreFood & Nutrition Transitions to eatrightPRO.org
In the coming months, the Academy will transition Food & Nutrition Magazine® content — including feature articles, practice trends, research briefs and app reviews — to a new home on eatrightPRO.org.
Learn moreSeeking Nominees for 2025-2030 DGAs
The Academy is seeking nominees for the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which conducts rigorous analysis of research questions and is comprised of highly qualified nutrition scientists with demonstrated expertise.
Learn moreAcademy Urges Aetna to Revise Policy
The Academy has reached out to Aetna and to other professions affected by the company's recent policy change.
Learn moreIntroducing Strategic Advancement Groups
Academy President (2021-2022) Kevin L. Sauer to appoint members to new groups that reflect content expertise and diverse representation as well as accelerate progress toward achieving the Strategic Plan.
Learn moreExpanded Demographic Options Available to Members
Member profiles in the MyAcademy area of eatrightPRO now have expanded gender options.
Learn moreReport on Preventing and Controlling Diabetes
The National Clinical Care Commission has released "Report to Congress on Leveraging Federal Programs to Prevent and Control Diabetes and Its Complication."
Learn moreAcademy Announces Quality Measures and Standards Collaborations
The Academy facilitates external quality measures and standards collaborations with members.
Learn moreAcademy Updates Awards to Elevate and Amplify Members
Two Academy member awards have been renamed to recognize and honor the accomplishments of the award recipients.
Learn moreLeaderships Urged to Provide Funding for Diversity in Dietetics
Funding to support diversity in the dietetics and nutrition field will help address health inequities for minority communities.
Learn moreDiversity and Inclusion Committee Update: Goals and Grants
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee has drafted overarching goals for a D&I action plan and is soliciting applications for awards and grants.
Learn more2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Released
12/29/2020 - The Academy is conducting a thorough review of the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans released on December 29 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Learn moreDiversity and Inclusion Committee Update: Consultation and Collaboration
Diversity and Inclusion Committee is working with numerous Academy groups and organizational units on the holistic implementation of diversity and inclusion efforts throughout the organization.
Learn moreAcademy Submits Recommendations for Dietary Guidelines Scientific Report
08/14/2020 - The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans must be informed by rigorous, scientific evidence that represents all Americans. Thanks to the input received by members, yesterday, the Academy submitted its recommendations for the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee's Scientific Report.
Learn moreAcademy President Provides Oral Comments on Scientific Report of 2020 DGA Committee
08/11/2020 – Academy President (2020-21) Linda T. Farr presented the Academy's comments to the USDA and the HHS on the Scientific Report of the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
Learn moreDGA Committee Releases Final Report Academy Review Underway
07/15/2020 - The Academy is reviewing the Scientific Report of the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, to which it contributed substantial input during its development.
Learn moreA Message from President and CEO
Academy President (2020-21) Linda T. Far and Chief Executive Officer Patricia M. Babjak address the organization's commitment to integrity, social responsibility and diversity as core values.
Learn moreMessage from Academy President
Academy President (2020-21) Linda T. Farr announces Academy plans for the development of an organizational stance to address social injustice and its effects on public health.
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