Valerie has been working at the New York Harbor Health Care Veterans Administration for 30 years. A nutrition expert, providing optimum nutrition care and educating Veterans in making behavioral and lifestyle changes. Valerie has served as a preceptor for James Peter VA Medical Center dietetic internship for 8 years. Valerie has passion for an active lifestyle and healthy eating. Along with her clinical nutrition education and experience, she provides nutrition advice to athletes, helping them find wellness through balancing nutrition and making healthy lifestyle changes. Valerie is a member of the American Academy of Dietetics and Greater New York Dietetic Association.