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Dietitians coaching
Dietitians-to-be
You’ve completed your studies. You’ve finished your internship. Now all that’s left is passing the exam!
Many of our students have taken the dietetic registration exam at least once already – and not gotten the result they wanted.
Stop wasting time!
Instead:
- Study effectively
- Learn how to answer the question with confidence
- Get your career as a dietitian started!
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Learn from experts currently practicing in their field with real, authentic and up-to-date information.
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Study with tools that match your individual learning style and pass the exam successfully!
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With the exam under your belt there’s no holding your career as a dietitian back! Be Part of the Passing Percentage!®
Hi! I'm Ilene
Hi, I’m Ilene!
I love being a dietitian and I love helping dietitians-to-be achieve their goals and become fully registered dietitian nutritionists.
When I started tutoring, I wasn’t tutoring dietitians. I began my journey 6 years ago tutoring students in Spanish.
It wasn’t hard to see how all the skills I learned tutoring school students could be used to benefit dietetic students who were struggling to pass study for their registration exams.
I founded RefreshExamS® in 2015.
Over my years of tutoring I noticed that many of my students made the same mistakes. They weren’t reading the questions properly, weren’t identifying critical words in the questions and couldn’t connect the dots to find the correct answers.
Using what I learned and what I saw successful students do, I created The KEY Strategy® which combines methodical critical thinking, knowledge and application to successfully tackle multiple-choice exam questions.
I hold a Master of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University and completed my dietetic internship at the Bronx Veterans Affairs Medical Center, which accepts 7 students annually. My career has spanned from clinical inpatient and outpatient to diabetes centers, dialysis centers, bariatric centers and corporate wellness. In my Santa Monica based private practice, PranaSpirit Nutrition & Wellness, LLC, specializes in integrative and functional medical nutrition therapy and therapeutic yoga.
Over the years, I’ve served as a preceptor at several hospitals and was rated as an outstanding preceptor by interns at Mount Sinai Hospital’s DI program.
Zodiac: Pisces sun, Pisces Rising, Scorpio moon, Myers Briggs: ENFP
Be Part of the Passing Percentage!®
As dietitians, we know how hard it is to prepare for the exam. Now we’re on a mission to empower students to be fully engaged, supported and successful in their careers as dietitians.
At RefreshExamS®, we’ve created study and support programs that have helped hundreds of student dietitians confidently sit for and successfully pass the exam.
Our students who are taking the exam for the first time have a 78% pass rate. Our pass rates are 1.5% higher than national rates.
Compare that to 34% national pass rates, and only 21% pass rate if you’ve taken the test more than four times*!
*Based on CDR data
Supporting dietitians-to-be to pass the registration exam without the stress and drama
- Over 6 years of tutoring experience – we’ve been perfecting how we tutor students since 2015!
- We’ve developed a unique strategy and framework to help you choose the right answers.
- Expert tutors with real-life experience. Learn from the best in the field.
- A team-approach so you get the best support in all areas of the exam.
- Holistic tutoring covering course information, study techniques, self-care and exam mindset preparation.
- Memory devices (mnemonics, stories and analogies) to help the information stick.
- Group classes and one-on-one tutoring to help you solidify your learning with personalized attention.
- Tailored teaching to your individual learning style
Our Tutors
Hi, I'm Melissa.
MELISSA RODRIGUEZ, MS, RDN, LD
Clinical dietetics tutor / Bilingual tutor
I’m based out of San Antonio and am an Mexican-American registered dietitian nutritionist from Laredo, Texas. I hold both a bachelor’s and Master’s of science in nutrition from the University of the Incarnate Word, also completing my dietetic internship there. While pursuing my master’s, I worked for the San Antonio Food Bank, one of the largest food banks in the nation. As a Nutrition Education Coordinator there, I taught the community of San Antonio about the importance of healthy eating, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables to prevent chronic diseases, nutritious eating on a budget, and more. I also assisted in the development of Spanish curriculums in the Worksite Wellness Program. With my extensive Spanish program development and education background, I’m thrilled to spearhead RefreshExamS™’ Spanish RD exam review classes. Melissa está muy emocionada por ser parte del equipo de RefreshExamS™ y ayudar a aquellos estudiantes cuya primera lengua es el español. La primera lengua de Melissa es español y sabe que para los de habla hispana/latina puede ser un reto en el RD exam, pero no imposibleNATASIA TOMLINSON, RDN, LDN, CNSC
Clinical nutrition support expert / Lead Instructor CNSC Course
I’m based in the Charlotte Metro Area and a pediatric and adult nutrition support specialist dietitian with more than ten years experience in the nutrition and wellness industry. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences with an emphasis in Dietetics from the University of Arizona, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude. I was one of six interns accepted to the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Dietetic Internship program in Baltimore, Maryland, where I completed my supervised practice. I’ve been board certified as a Nutrition Support Clinician by the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification since 2015 and currently practice in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and the Adult Medical & Surgical Intensive Care Unit. I have a background in Human Resources Management and am passionate about training and development. I’m thrilled to combine my clinical knowledge with my love of talent development and education by preparing RefreshExamS™ students to pass the exam and reach their career goals!Zodiac: Sagittarius sun, Libra rising, Myers Briggs: INFJ
Hi, I'm Natasia.
Hi, I'm Elyse.
ELYSE SHULMAN, RD, RYT-200
Clinical and research tutor
Hey! I’m Elyse, a Registered Dietitian and registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) based in New York City. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Delaware and then went on to complete my dietetic internship through NutraSourceRD. Now I’m pursuing my Master’s in Public Health (MPH) with a nutrition concentration at the CUNY School of Public Health. I volunteer at Hunger Free America, where I assist with teaching group nutrition classes and private nutrition counselling for people who do not otherwise have the means to access a dietitian.Zodiac: Sagittarius sun, Capricorn moon, Gemini rising. Myers Briggs: ESFP
LINSEY JOHNSON, RDN, RYT
Dietetics tutor Diabetes expert
I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT – 200) based on the Oregon Coast working in Outpatient Diabetes Education and Medical Nutrition Therapy. I received my Bachelor of Science from the University of North Dakota with a major in dietetics and minor in psychology, and completed my coordinated dietetic internship in multiple hospitals and long-term care facilities throughout Minnesota, North Dakota and Seattle, Washington. My passion for diabetes education began when I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 13. Now I’m working towards my Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential, educating patients with type 1 and 2 diabetes every day. I’ve worked in education for many years, teaching yoga and working as a Nutrition and Physical Activity Peer Educator at the University of North Dakota. I know how valuable the RefreshExamS™ program is, as I’m a former student and The KEY Strategy® helped me pass the exam!Zodiac: Capricorn sun, Aries rising. Myers Briggs ESFJ
Hi, I'm Linsey.
Hi, I'm Maria.
MARIA JOSE GARCIA, MHA, MS, RDN, LDN
Clinical dietetics tutor / Bilingual tutor
Originally from Mexico, I’m a bilingual, San Antonio, Texas-based registered dietitian nutritionist. I hold two Masters degrees; a Master in Healthcare Administration from the University of the Incarnate Word and a Master of Science from the University of North Florida.
I offer tutoring in Spanish for Spanish-speaking nutritionists who are preparing for the RD exam. My native language is Spanish as my parents are from Mexico and I grew up in Mexico. Studying for the exam, I realized the barriers students face when English is not their native language. Now I want to help students understand and facilitate the study process leading them to a passing score.
I’m pursuing the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential with a mission for helping children with diabetes. I aim to use my expertise to help these children overcome obstacles and empower them to make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent complications, but most importantly, to live their lives to the fullest in optimal health.
Maria está excitada para ser parte del equipo de RefreshExamS™ ofreciendo tutoría en español para nutriólogas de habla hispana que se preparan para el examen de RD. Su lengua natal es el español debido a que sus padres son mexicanos y ella creció en México. Estudiando para el examen se dio cuenta de las barreras que enfrentan los estudiantes cuando el inglés no es su idioma nativo. Maria quiere ayudar a los estudiantes a entender y a facilitarles el proceso de estudio llevándolos a una puntuación de aprobación.
Neesha Ramchandani, PhD, PNP, CDCES
CDCES Exam Prep Course Instructor
I am a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Diabetes and on the faculty at Yale School of Nursing. I also do telehealth diabetes care with a pediatric endocrinologist who is based in NYC. I received an AB in Chemistry with a minor in Psychology from Dartmouth College and a Masters of Science in Nursing from Yale. I also have a Masters in Medical Sciences from Boston University. In September 2019 I completed my PhD from NYU Meyers College of Nursing, where my dissertation was on challenges to diabetes self-management in emerging adults with type 1 diabetes. Clinically, I believe in empowering patients to do their best with their diabetes self-management. I am very interested in using technology to improve both diabetes care and access to care. I have published many papers on diabetes technology, including the first paper in the literature on insulin pumps from the time of diagnosis of type 1 diabetes without any additional agent and the first paper on why people do not use CGM. I also spent 4 years involved in closed loop/artificial pancreas research. I have presented my work around the world, including in the United States, many countries in Europe, Turkey, South Africa, and Israel.Hi, I'm Neesha.
Hi, I'm Julia.
Julia Ambrozy, MS, RD, LD
Julia is the founder & owner of her private practice, Your Balanced Plate, which helps women find food freedom! She is passionate about helping women overcome diet culture to eliminate both food guilt & shame! Julia received her Bachelors & Masters degrees in Food & Nutrition Sciences from Ohio University & currently resides in the Greater Cleveland area. Julia is married to her husband, Zach, & they share a pet cockapoo, Oliver. Julia loves all things self-care & wellness! On a typical weekend, you’ll likely catch her at a new restaurant!The numbers show we’re passionate about helping our students achieve their dream of being an Registered Dietitian
78% pass rates for first time test takers*
Pass rates 1.5% higher than national rates for repeat test takers**
88 out of 158 students passed in 5 years tutoring
*Based on RefreshExamS® data from 2016-2020 for repeat test takers and 2017-2021 for first time test takers. **Per CDR data: The pass rate is 34.4% without intervention, but if you take the test more than 4 times, the national average is only 21%.
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