Department of Health
Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN, Commissioner
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About the Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners
The Board of Dietitians/Nutritionists Examiners was created in 1987 by an act of the State Legislature. Its mission is to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of Tennesseans by requiring those who practice dietetics/nutrition within this state be qualified. The Board interprets the laws, rules, and regulations to determine the appropriate standards of practice in an effort to ensure the highest degree of professional conduct. The Board is authorized to issue licenses to qualified candidates who have completed appropriate education and successfully completed required examinations. The Board is responsible for the investigation of alleged violations of the Practice Act and rules and is responsible for the discipline of licensees who are found guilty of such violations.
Registered Dietitians/Nutritionists may be licensed by either examination or endorsement from another state.
The administrative staff of the Division of Health Related Boards supports the Board by issuing licenses to those who meet the requirements of the law and rules. Renewal notices are mailed from Board’s administrative office forty-five (45) days prior to the expiration of the license to the current address on record. Licensees are responsible for reviewing their license on time and keeping the Board apprised of current information. Licenses can be renewed on-line one hundred twenty (120) days prior to expiration at Tennessee.gov/health. Click on the "License Renewal" link and follow the prompts. Failure to renew by the expiration date may result in a fine.
All members of the Board are appointed by the Governor to serve three (3) year terms. The six (6) member Board consists of five (5) dietitians/nutritionists who have at least five (5) years’ experience in the actual practice or teaching of dietetics and/or nutrition and one (1) consumer. The Board meets twice annually. A quorum of three (3) members is required to conduct business. The meetings are open to the public.
Contact the Board of Dietitians/Nutritionist Examiners
To contact the Board, call
(615) 532-3202 local or 1-800-778-4123 nationwide
or write
227 French Landing, Suite
Members
Board Members
| Board Members | Title | Representation | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demetra "Dee" Pratt | Chair | Clinical Dietitian | 06-30-2011 |
| Kim E. Pryor | Board Member | Dietitian | 06-30-2012 |
| Gwendolyn L. Blackman | Board Member | Dietitian | 06-30-2010 |
| Liang-chu K. Daniel | Board Member | Dietitian/Nutritionist | 06-30-2011 |
| Janet Skates | Board Member | Dietitian/Nutritionist | 06-30-2010 |
| Carol Ann Miller | Board Member | Citizen | 06-30-2011 |
Meeting Schedule
Meeting Schedule
Public Notices will remain online until the minutes are ratified and posted on the Meeting Minutes Tab. Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at 227 French Landing, MetroCenter.
| Date | Time | Event and Location | Public Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 18, 2010 | 10:00 a.m. | Board Meeting Iris Room, 227 French Landing |
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| September 16, 2010 | 10:00 a.m. | Board Meeting Poplar Room, 227 French Landing |
Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes
Copies of all minutes are maintained in the official record section of the administrative office. Please contact the board administrator to make arrangements to review minutes of meetings held prior to 2004.
Copies of all minutes are maintained in the official record section of the administrative office. Please contact the board administrator to make arrangements to review minutes of meetings held prior to 2004.
National Organization
National Organizations of State Boards
Information on the American Dietetic Association may be obtained by phone, fax, or writing to:
American Dietetic Association
216 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (800) 877-1600
Fax: (312) 899-1979
www.eatright.org
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