Registered Dietitian

Family Practice Center and Sylvan Health expand access to personalized nutrition care across Central Pennsylvania. Sylvan Health Sep 10, 2026, 10:00 ET Collaboration brings evidence-based nutrition support to patients across 41 locations, with 95% patient satisfaction and 97% retention from initial visit to follow-up. SELINSGROVE, Pa., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Family Practice Center (FPC), a leading provider of family medicine across Central Pennsylvania, and Sylvan Health, a healthcare company expanding access to personalized nutrition care, announced their collaboration to make evidence-based nutrition support more accessible to patients across FPC's network. The program is now available across 41 Family Practice Center locations spanning 12 counties in Central Pennsylvania, supporting more than 200 providers and their family medicine patients. Through Sylvan Health, FPC patients can access personalized nutrition care from registered dietitians as an extension of their existing care team, helping address nutrition-related needs alongside their broader health goals. The collaboration is designed to make nutrition support a practical part of routine primary care, particularly for patients managing chronic care conditions, working toward healthier lifestyles, or looking to maintain their health and quality of life as they age. Early results demonstrate strong patient engagement with the program. 95% of patients report satisfaction with their nutrition care, while 97% return for a follow-up visit after their initial appointment, highlighting both the value patients place on personalized nutrition support and their willingness to continue care. "At FPC, we believe the best healthcare doesn't just treat illness, it helps prevent it. By expanding access to nutrition support, we can give our patients practical, sustainable tools to build healthier lifestyles, manage chronic conditions, and maintain their quality of life as they age," said Benjamin Williard, CEO of Family Practice Center. Sylvan Health's model integrates registered dietitians into existing clinical workflows, allowing providers to extend the care available to their patients without having to build and manage a nutrition program internally. The model supports referrals, scheduling, documentation, and billing while giving patients access to individualized nutrition guidance. "Primary care providers are on the front lines of helping patients prevent and manage chronic disease, but they don't always have the time or resources to provide the nutrition support that can make a meaningful difference," said Rhodes Amaker, CEO and Co-Founder of Sylvan Health. "Our work with Family Practice Center demonstrates what's possible when nutrition becomes a seamless extension of the care team, giving patients accessible, personalized support while making it easier for providers to deliver more comprehensive care." Family Practice Center serves patients through Central Pennsylvania, providing primary and family medicine to people across generations, from newborns to older adults. The collaboration with FPC reflects Sylvan Health's broader mission to make personalized, evidence-based nutrition care a standard part of healthcare. Sylvan's model is designed to integrate nutrition into existing care plans and workflows while delivering measurable value for patients and providers. About Family Practice Center Family Practice Center, PC is a physician-owned primary care organization serving Central Pennsylvania. With location throughout the region, FPC provides comprehensive family medicine and healthcare services to patients of all ages and backgrounds. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality care that meets the needs of the communities it serves. About Sylvan Health Sylvan Health makes it simple to integrate personalized nutrition support into healthcare practices. Through a network of registered dietitians, technology and operational support, Sylvan helps providers extend their clinical impact and deliver evidence-based nutrition care without adding complexity to existing workflows. Media Contact SOURCE Sylvan Health

Summit Medical Group partners with Sylvan Health to provide virtual nutrition support to patients across Tennessee. News provided by. Sylvan Health Summit Medical Group has partnered with Sylvan Health to expand access to virtual, evidence-based nutrition care for patients across Tennessee, helping improve chronic disease management and overall wellness. This collaboration integrates personalized dietary support directly into patients' care plans, making it easier for individuals to manage chronic conditions, improve overall wellness, and take a proactive role in their health. KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Summit Medical Group has partnered with Sylvan Health to expand access to virtual, evidence-based nutrition care for patients across Tennessee, helping improve chronic disease management and overall wellness. This collaboration integrates personalized dietary support directly into patients' care plans, making it easier for individuals to manage chronic conditions, improve overall wellness, and take a proactive role in their health. Through this partnership, Summit patients will be able to connect with licensed, registered dietitians from the comfort of their homes. Sylvan Health's platform provides one-on-one counseling, personalized meal planning, and condition-specific support designed to help patients better manage diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and other nutrition-related conditions. In addition to supporting chronic disease management, the program also focuses on preventive care, empowering patients to build sustainable, healthier habits. "This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver truly comprehensive, patient-centered care," said Dr. Eric Penniman, Executive Medical Director of Summit Medical Group. "By integrating Sylvan Health's virtual nutrition services directly into our care model, we're giving patients better tools and support to take charge of their health." Sylvan Health specializes in helping healthcare organizations integrate nutrition care into primary and specialty care settings. Its platform connects patients with registered dietitians trained in evidence-based approaches and experience in supporting a wide range of conditions. "At Sylvan Health, our mission is to make high-quality nutrition care an essential - and accessible - part of healthcare," said Rhodes Amaker, co-founder and CEO of Sylvan Health. "Partnering with Summit allows us to reach more patients across Tennessee with personalized nutrition support and enhances the excellent care they already receive." Summit Medical Group patients can expect a seamless experience, with their nutrition plans coordinated directly alongside their existing healthcare. By incorporating Sylvan's services into its broader care model, Summit is expanding resources for patients while improving long-term health outcomes. For more information about Summit Medical Group, visit www.summitmedical.com. To learn more about Sylvan Health, visit www.sylvanhealth.com. About Summit Medical Group Summit Medical Group, PLLC, headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, is one of the largest independent medical groups in the state. Founded in 1995, Summit has grown to include more than 500 providers at 90 practice locations, serving over 435,000 patients across Tennessee. The organization offers a full spectrum of services, including primary care, specialty care, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, sleep services, and urgent care. Summit's mission is to provide high-quality, value-based, and patient-focused healthcare to the communities it serves. About Sylvan Health Sylvan Health is a clinical nutrition platform that partners with primary and specialty care organizations to improve patient outcomes through personalized, evidence-based nutrition care. With a team of registered dietitians trained to manage a wide range of conditions, Sylvan helps healthcare organizations deliver exceptional patient care in a way that is both clinically impactful and operationally sustainable. Matt Crook, Sylvan Health, 1 2105277417, [email protected], https://www.sylvanhealth.com/ Matt Miller, Summit Medical Group, 1 (865) 500-2007, [email protected], https://www.summitmedical.com/ SOURCE Sylvan Health