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Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
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Dr. Patrick Traynor

Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT

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3079 Harrison Ave #3, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Let's Connect (530) 429-7363
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Has losing that next five or ten pounds, and keeping it off become insurmountable? Or, has your weight gotten away from you? Do you want to manage, reverse, or prevent chronic illnesses and/or improve blood lab values and other indicators? Would you like a free nutritional body sculpting coach to prepare you for that next event? Do you want to do some or all of this while eating delicious, guilt free, food without abandon?
We approach nutrition scientifically helping you achieve your goals, whether they include turning pro in that next bikini/physique contest or adding years of disease free, high quality life. We do this all while helping you establish a most awesome, wholesome, health promoting relationship with food. It is far simpler than you think!
We believe everyone has the right to: 1) a positive body image, 2) be free from all diet related chronic illnesses, 3) be free from influence from unqualified "nutritionists" spewing goal thwarting misinformation, and 4) all this free, through insurance.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Patrick Traynor now - (530) 429-7363

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Telehealth option as well

3079 Harrison Ave #3

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 map

(530) 429-7363

Pulse Fitness

835 Mahogany Drive

Minden, NV 89423 map

My website
In person or online services 7 days/week. Call, email or book directly by searching for MNT Scientific online with "Book Now!"
I specialize in Weight Loss/Weight Management, Diet and Nutrition and Sports Nutrition 
$150 Per Appointment, I accept insurance 
My name is Patrick Traynor. I am a registered dietitian specializing in weight loss as well as all other diet related chronic illnesses.
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Let's Connect (530) 429-7363
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Telehealth option as well

3079 Harrison Ave #3

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 map

(530) 429-7363

Pulse Fitness

835 Mahogany Drive

Minden, NV 89423 map

My website
In person or online services 7 days/week. Call, email or book directly by searching for MNT Scientific online with "Book Now!"
I specialize in Weight Loss/Weight Management, Diet and Nutrition and Sports Nutrition 
$150 Per Appointment, I accept insurance 
My name is Patrick Traynor. I am a registered dietitian specializing in weight loss as well as all other diet related chronic illnesses.
Dr. Patrick Traynor

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Appointments $150

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and/or BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • United
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We accept most major insurance PPO plans at no cost to the client. We bill insurances directly. The affordable care act determined nutrition counseling as preventative treatment, with no copay and no charge to the deductible.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363
"
We accept most major insurance PPO plans at no cost to the client. We bill insurances directly. The affordable care act determined nutrition counseling as preventative treatment, with no copay and no charge to the deductible.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363

Qualifications

  • Verified by HealthProfs.com Membership with Commission on Dietetic Registration Dr. Patrick Traynor
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 26 years
  • UC Riverside, PHD
  • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM)
  • Degree/Diploma from University of California, Berkeley Master of Public Health (Nutrition) / 2022
  • Degree/Diploma from University of California, Davis Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) / 1989
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My PHD, MPH, BS, and RD are from UC Riverside, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and Iowa State. I am weight loss certified and a certified personal trainer, ski race coach and instructor. I practice virtually in most states with physical offices in California, Nevada, and Oregon.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363
"
My PHD, MPH, BS, and RD are from UC Riverside, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and Iowa State. I am weight loss certified and a certified personal trainer, ski race coach and instructor. I practice virtually in most states with physical offices in California, Nevada, and Oregon.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Weight Loss/Weight Management
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Diabetes
  • Kidney Disease/Renal

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Bariatric Support
  • Behavior Modification
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cholesterol
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Eating
  • Food Sensitivity
  • Gastrointestinal (GI)
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
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I am passionate about helping people lose weight. Our food environment is impossible to successful navigate without help. I become an expert in each client's lifestyle and set attainable goals aligned to long term outcomes. I also treat diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease through dietary intervention.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363
"
I am passionate about helping people lose weight. Our food environment is impossible to successful navigate without help. I become an expert in each client's lifestyle and set attainable goals aligned to long term outcomes. I also treat diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease through dietary intervention.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363

Client Focus

Age

Elders (65+)
Adults
Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
Children (6 to 10)
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 5)

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Elders (65+)
Adults
Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
Children (6 to 10)
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 5)

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Style/Type

  • Community Dietitian
  • Consultant Dietitian
  • Family Nutritionist
  • Functional Medicine Nutritionist
  • Health Coaching
  • Holistic Nutritionist
  • Integrative Nutritionist
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
  • Registered Dietitian

Treatment Techniques

  • Detox diet
  • Diet Therapy
  • Mindful Eating
  • Nutrition Coaching
  • Nutrition Counseling
  • Nutrition Therapy
  • Sports Performance
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I take a client centered approach to establish long-term goals. We work with clients to realistically change intake, modify and successfully navigate the environment, and set many short term goals to reach our most important long term ones.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363
"
I take a client centered approach to establish long-term goals. We work with clients to realistically change intake, modify and successfully navigate the environment, and set many short term goals to reach our most important long term ones.
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
or call with questions - (530) 429-7363

Location

Primary Location

Telehealth option as well

3079 Harrison Ave #3

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

(530) 429-7363

Additional Location

Pulse Fitness

835 Mahogany Drive

Minden, NV 89423

(530) 429-7363
"
In person or online services 7 days/week. Call, email or book directly by searching for MNT Scientific online with "Book Now!"
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (530) 429-7363
"
In person or online services 7 days/week. Call, email or book directly by searching for MNT Scientific online with "Book Now!"
Photo of Dr. Patrick Traynor, Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Dr. Patrick Traynor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MPH, RD, CPT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (530) 429-7363