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!
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!
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).
