Dietitians

Melissa Hawthorne, MS, RD, LD

Melissa Hawthorne, MS, RD, LD earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science from Texas A&M University and her Master of Science in Nutrition from Texas Woman’s University. She specializes in weight management, nutrition wellness, nutrition and pregnancy, diabetes management, pediatric nutrition, vitamin and mineral supplementation, eating disorders, and sports nutrition.

Spending most of her childhood as a competitive gymnast, Melissa was fortunate to have supportive mentors that taught her about nutrition and healthy eating. Now as a registered and licensed dietitian, Melissa enjoys passing on that knowledge by teaching individuals about the benefits of good nutrition and exercise, as well as motivating them to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Melissa has also been a speaker for a variety of organizations in the Houston area.

Erika Kaufman, RD, LD

There is no instant miracle formula for good nutrition. As a ballet dancer growing up, Erika Kaufman, RD, LD, witnessed first hand the challenges of rigorous workouts and the detriment of poor nutrition on competitive dancers. Armed by their struggle with bulimia and anorexia, she took her passion for healthcare and pursued a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of Texas at Austin. Following graduation, she completed her registered dietitian certification in addition to a certificate in adult weight management. Erika's focus now includes weight loss and management, disease management, diabetes education, optimal pregnancy nutrition, gestational diabetes, pediatric nutrition (obesity and diabetes), sports nutrition, eating disorders and specialty diets as well as general wellness and healthy eating. With in depth experience in in-patient, out-patient and long term care, she is very excited to join the exceptional fitness team at The Houstonian and looks forward to helping you design and accomplish your individual health goals.

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