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Meet Mary Ellen Doukakis, RDN
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at CNC for over 25 Years!
Your Inspiring Partner for a Healthier Life
Guiding You with Compassion and Expertise
The journey to lasting weight loss is deeply personal, and my passion is to be your dedicated guide and supporter every step of the way. As a Registered Dietitian at the Clinical Nutrition Center, I provide the weekly nutritional guidance, helpful information, and consistent encouragement that empowers you to achieve profound, sustainable results.
My approach is built on understanding and partnership. I work with you to grasp the biochemical components of weight gain, helping you realize that the challenge is about biology, not willpower. Together, we will create a personalized, structured plan that quiets “food noise,” restores your self-esteem, and helps you achieve your goals without feeling hungry.
An Inspiring Force for Patient Success
The most rewarding part of my work is witnessing patients reclaim their health and transform their lives. I am honored to be a part of their stories.
“After starting with the clinic, I met with Nutritionist, Mary Ellen, weekly… Mary Ellen has been such a great inspiring part of my journey! She has given me a lot of good advice and helpful information… Working with the Clinical Nutrition Center has helped me lose over 100 pounds!” – Cindi, lost 100+ lbs
“Dr Lazarus is personable, caring, kind and not shaming at all. He adjusted medication and with the help of a wonderful nutritionist, MaryEllen, within 6 months I lost 40 pounds with out being hungry…. My cholesterol is back to normal, my clothes fit, and my self esteem feels so much better that I’m not to blame. What a team!!” – Vicki, lost 40 lbs
A Cornerstone of Your Comprehensive Care
As a Registered Dietitian, I am central to the comprehensive, physician-led approach that makes our clinic so effective. I work in close collaboration with Dr. Lazarus and our Physician Assistants to ensure your nutritional plan perfectly complements your medical treatment. My focus is on:
- Weekly Accountability: Providing the consistent, weekly support and weigh-ins that patients find so encouraging.
- Personalized Nutrition Planning: Crafting tailored food plans and providing lifestyle interventions that align with your medical needs and goals.
- Psychology-Based Education: Helping you understand the “why” behind your habits to build a healthier relationship with food, a core principle of lasting success.
- Delivering Real Results: Guiding patients through plans that lead to significant health improvements, from major weight loss to normalized cholesterol levels.
Ready to Have an Inspiring Partner on Your Journey?
You don’t have to do this alone. Our team is ready to provide the expert guidance and compassionate support you need to succeed. The first step is a simple conversation.
*Your free visit can be with one of our Providers or Registered Dietitians. We will answer all of your questions, explain our programs and fees, and figure out if this is a good fit. This can be done in-person, or by phone or video. There are no obligations for this visit. This free visit is only for potential new patients. We are only able to provide care within Colorado.