The O.N.E.Weigh System Team

Chris Caire: Program Director

Education and Training:

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Louisiana State University, 2004
• Minor in Business Administration

Affiliations:

• North American Association for the Study of Obesity (NAASO), The Obesity Society
• Obesity Action Coalition
• American Obesity Association

Chris works closely with the team to help develop successful educational programs that foster a positive learning environment for the participants. His dedication, unwavering support, and understanding that each participant has individual needs helps build the foundation for successful weight management.  Prior to joining Gastroenterology Associates in 2006, he was a dietetic technician at a local regional medical center with a focus on nutritional rehabilitation and education of cardiac bypass patients.

Melanie Nutter, MSN, RN, C-ANP

Education and Training:

• Southeastern Louisiana University, Bachelor of Science, Nursing, 1987
• Southeastern Louisiana University, Masters of Science in Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 2001

Affiliations:

• Member of Louisiana Association of Nurse Practitioners

Melanie joined Gastroenterology Associates in 2003

Pam Moore, MS, MSW, LCSW

Education and Training:

• Master of Social Work, Louisiana State University, 1992
• Master of Science, University of Southern Mississippi, 1970
• Bachelor of Science, University of louisiana at Lafayette, 1969

Affiliations:

• National Association of Social Workers
• Louisiana Geriatric Society

Pam has been working with individuals and groups in the healthcare arena for the past 13 years.

Philip Saigeon, LDN, RD, CFT

Education and Training

• Louisiana State University, Bachelor of Science, General Studies, Minors, Business/Marketing, Sociology, and Psychology, 1988
• Certified Personal Trainer, 1988
• Graduate of LSU, B.S., Dietetics, 1992
• Louisiana Tech University, Dietetic Internship, 1994

Affiliations:

• National Physique Committee
• American Dietetic Association
• Louisiana Dietetic Association
• Baton Rouge Dietetic Association
• American Heart Association
• National Kidney Foundation
• Liaison to Louisiana Council on Renal Nutrition

Philip brings his exercise and fitness expertise to the O.N.E.Weigh System patients. He meets individually with patients as well as leads group meetings to advise them on the importance of exercise in their commitment to better health. He joined Gastroenterology Associates in 2005

Emily Fields, LDN, RD 

Education and Training:

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Louisiana State University, 2005
• Dietetic Internship, Nicholls State University, 2006

Affiliations:

• American Dietetic Association
• Baton Rouge Dietetic Association
• Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionist (SCAN) Dietetic Practice Group
• Weight Management Dietetic Practice Group

Emily works with individuals and groups to create successful weight management strategies in an interactive and positive environment. Prior to joining Gastroenterology Associates in 2007, she was an outpatient dietitian and counseled patients with diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other chronic diseases. Her knowledge of the latest weight loss trends, nutrition, and nutritional products make her an integral part of our program and community.

Diana Graham LPN

Education and Training:

• Attended St John's School of Nursing in Springfield MO.

Diana has over 30 years of nursing experience in the hospital and physician office setting and plays a critical role in care management by providing both on-site and phone support for the patients on a weekly basis.  She is also responsible for collecting clinical data and correspondence with the primary care physicians of our patients. 

Theresa Smith

Education and Training:

• Riverparishes Community College: Associate Degree in Social Behavior

Theresa is responsible for reception area of O.N.E. Weigh. She answers phone calls, completes food orders, and handles all money transactions.