CONCURRENT SESSION 4: Allied Health

Inspiring Confidence In The Kitchen

Veronica Kacinik, MSc, RD, PHEc, CDE
Registered Dietitian, Bariatric Program
Obesity Medicine & Diabetes Institute
Coquitlam, BC

Veronica Kacinik is the Bariatric Surgery Program Registered Dietitian and co-founder of the Obesity Medicine and Diabetes Institute Medical Weight Management Program, a comprehensive program that combines medical care, medical nutrition therapy, food literacy, physical activity, and mental health care. Veronica has extensive training and experience in obesity management; working exclusively with people living with obesity for over 10 years. She provides individualized patient care while also creating and facilitating virtual group medical visits ranging from 15 to 175 patients, with a passion for improving their health and quality of life. In consideration of her patients' circumstances and needs, she provides help and support on nutrition, food planning and culinary skills, as well as guidance toward self-empowerment and well-being. In her spare time, she can be found in the mountains, hiking, biking or skiing.