Meet Theresa, Philly's Dietitian.
Theresa Shank, MS RD LDN, has been a licensed registered dietitian practicing in Philadelphia since 2010. She began her career as an outpatient dietitian at Einstein Healthcare Network before founding Philly Dietitian LLC in 2015. Over the years, Theresa has worked with thousands of clients in both one-on-one and group settings, addressing a range of needs including weight management, disease prevention and management, eating disorders, sports nutrition, women’s health, childhood and adolescent weight management, plant-based nutrition, irritable bowel syndrome, and food allergies and intolerances.
Theresa holds specialized certifications in Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management and Adult Weight Management (Levels I & II) from The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She earned her Master’s Degree in Nutritional Sciences from Oklahoma State University’s Distance Learning Program in 2020, and in 2023, she completed FODMAP training with Monash University, further enhancing her expertise in gastrointestinal health.
In addition to her clinical work, Theresa was an active food, nutrition, and healthy living columnist for Philadelphia Media Network’s Personal Best Blog. She began writing for Philly.com’s Personal Best Blog in 2014, launching a dining-out series where she critiqued local restaurants for their healthy menu options. Theresa has also been featured on FOX29, 6abc Action News, and PHL 17.
While passionate about promoting healthy eating and exercise, Theresa believes that laughter, socializing, and enjoying a great glass of sauvignon blanc are important elements of a balanced life. In her client sessions, Theresa takes the time to listen to your unique lifestyle and nutritional goals, offering customized recommendations that are supportive and practical. She emphasizes finding a sustainable balance that promotes a healthy lifestyle, free from the pressures of diet trends and calorie counting
