Celebrating Our Experts: Meet the RDNs Behind neXendo Wellness!

Today, on National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist's Day, we celebrate the expertise, dedication, and impact of our incredible dietitians!

Why RDNs Matter in Your Wellness Journey

Unlike generic nutrition advice found online, RDNs are healthcare professionals with extensive training in medical nutrition therapy, metabolism, and evidence-based dietary planning. Becoming an Registered Dietitian requires a masters degree, docking significant internship hours, and passing a board certified exam.  Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, optimizing your fitness, or navigating weight loss, our RDNs at neXendo create a plan tailored to your body’s unique needs.

At neXendo, our RDNs collaborate with our endocrinologists, personal trainers, and metabolic health experts to create a truly personalized approach to weight management and overall wellness. From hormone-friendly meal planning to practical nutrition strategies, they empower patients with sustainable habits that support both short-term goals and long-term health.

Meet the Experts Behind Your Nutrition Plan

To celebrate National RDN Day, we’re shining a spotlight on our outstanding dietitians. Each of them brings a unique expertise and passion for helping patients thrive. Get to know the RDNs who make neXendo wellness a leader in holistic health!

Deanna Gallicchio, MS, RD, CDN, CDCES

Deanna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care Education Specialist based in Long Island, NY. Her background as a dancer allowed her to witness the challenge her loved ones confronted in their battles with eating disorders and body image issues. This experience sparked a deep-seated purpose within her — to use the power of nutrition to heal lives and transform people's connections with food.

Deanna holds a BA in Psychology from the University at Buffalo and a BS in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minor in Chemistry from Buffalo State College. She completed her dietetic internship and earned an MS in Clinical Nutrition from the University at Buffalo. In addition to her nutrition expertise, Deanna is a certified yoga teacher, integrating mindfulness and coping strategies into her teachings to promote mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Deanna's mission is to support individuals in preventing, managing, and addressing chronic health conditions. Through practical skills, tools, and education, she empowers others to embrace a holistic and healthy lifestyle. Her approach emphasizes a non-diet standpoint, focusing on achieving balance across all aspects of life.

Gabby Zeagler, MS, RD, CDN, CDCES

Gabby is a diabetes care specialist and registered dietitian based in Long Island City. She has several years of experience working closely with patients who are managing chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, obesity, and many more. Gabby is up to date on current diabetes technology and eager to discover the next cutting-edge device to help better patient care. She is passionate about empowering individuals to make sustainable lifestyle changes, taking a personalized approach to healthcare, steering away from rigid diets and instead emphasizing behavior modification and holistic wellness.

Gabby received her Bachelors in Nutritional Sciences from Texas Christian University and Master's degree in Nutritional Sciences from California State University, Long Beach.

Maelee Sutton, MS, RDN, CPT, MFS

Maelee is a Registered Dietitian and Personal Trainer/Medical Fitness Specialist with a diverse background. After completing her Bachelors in Kinesiology with a minor in Psychology, she worked as an athletic trainer and obtained her personal training certification. Through her work as a personal trainer, her passion for nutrition grew as she witnessed its extensive impact on performance and overall health. She then completed her Masters in Nutrition and Public Health and dietetic internship at Teachers College, Columbia University.

Maelee is passionate about meeting each person where they are and giving them tools to be the best version of themselves for the rest of their lives. Having worked with demographics ranging from collegiate football players to long term care patients, she is skilled at guiding individuals with a wide variety of health goals. Whether you are looking to lose weight, put on muscle, or develop more balanced eating habits, she is happy to help you on your journey to a sustainable and healthy lifestyle!

Camille Falisse, MS, RD

Camille is a Registered Dietitian with her Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from 

Teachers College, Columbia University. She completed her dietetic internship at Teachers College, during which she gained clinical and private practice experience. She worked with a variety of patients and clients including women in their pre and postnatal life stages, collegiate athletes, teenagers suffering from eating disorders, and individuals with comorbidities such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. In her previous life, Camille completed her undergraduate studies in Finance and worked in corporate finance at General Electric for 4 years, before following her true passion for nutrition.

Camille believes in the power of lifestyle changes to optimize health, not only to treat conditions but also to reduce risk factors. Camille counsels from a food-first, diet-free and holistic approach. She will work with you to understand your background, health goals, and overall lifestyle to then personalize recommendations. 

Irene Xu, MPH, RDN, CPT, CSPS

Irene is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer specializing in weight loss, injury prevention, corrective exercise, and glute development. With passion for promoting population health, Irene earned her Master of Public Health from the University of Southern California where she contributed to government-funded weight loss programs for adolescents and adults with obesity. These experiences reinforced her belief that nutrition and exercise are the best preventive “medicine” for chronic diseases and overall well-being. To deepen her expertise in holistic health approach, Irene pursued a Master of Science in Nutritional Science and Kinesiology at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

Since 2021, Irene has worked with over 100 clients, helping them achieve sustainable results in weight loss, muscle gain, and overall wellness. Irene’s approach focuses on empowering individuals to build lifelong healthy habits, unlocking their inner strength, and maximizing their potential. Passionate about preventative care, she believes nutrition and exercise are the foundation of good health and strives to create personalized, science-based plans for every client she works with.

Franklin Lee MS, RDN, CSSD, CDCES, CPT

Franklin is one of the many dietitians and personal trainers working at Endocrine Associates of West Village.  He combines his expertise in nutrition with a deep love for health and wellness.  

He enjoys helping others reach their goals and be the healthiest versions of themselves.  He has a passion for fitness, having completed multiple marathons and Iron Man Triathlons.  In addition, he has experience working with top professional teams like the New York Mets, Houston Astros and recreational athletes from New York Run Runners.  When he's not working out, you can find him cooking, traveling the world, and spending quality with his wife, son and dog (Turbo).