Nutrition | UNC Hospitals | Chapel Hill and Raleigh, NC
Nutrition Counseling • Chapel Hill, NC • Since 1989
About
UNC Hospitals (University of North Carolina Hospitals) is a nonprofit health system based in Chapel Hill, NC, with operations spanning Chapel Hill and Raleigh, NC. Key points: - Type and scope: Nonprofit hospital system in health care, focused on patient care, medical records access, secure provider messaging, and online referrals for outpatient and ancillary services. - Location and reach: Headquarters at 101 Manning Drive, Chapel Hill, NC; operates across 3 offices in the United States (primarily Chapel Hill; Raleigh not explicitly listed in highlights but part of the broader UNC Health system). - Services related to nutrition: As a major hospital network, UNC Hospitals supports comprehensive patient care, including medical nutrition therapy and dietary services as part of inpatient and outpatient care (specific nutrition program details aren’t listed in the provided content). - Contact and context: Main phone line 984-974-1000; central to UNC Health care services in Chapel Hill. If you’re specifically seeking nutrition services at UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill and Raleigh, NC, you may want to: - Check UNC Health’s nutrition or dietetics department on their site for clinical nutrition services, dietary counseling, and inpatient/outpatient nutrition programs. - Use the site’s online referrals or patient portal to locate nutrition services at Chapel Hill or Raleigh locations. - Contact the main line or the UNC Health system for the most current nutrition program offerings and appointment availability.
Clinic Type
Nutrition Counseling
Address
101 Manning Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone
984-974-1000
volsvcs@unchealth.unc.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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FAQs
What services do dietitians provide?
Comprehensive nutrition assessments, nutrition counseling and a nutrition treatment plan for infants, children and adults.
How can I refer a patient for dietitian services?
All physician-directed referrals for dietitian services should go into EPIC under UNCH Nutrition; if EPIC access is unavailable, referrals can be faxed to (984) 974-9674.
How to make an appointment?
Call the appropriate clinic and ask to schedule an appointment with a Dietitian.
Make an Appointment
To make an appointment, call the appropriate clinic and ask to schedule an appointment with a Dietitian. Some insurances cover nutrition services. To determine if these services are covered you can speak with a UNC financial counselor or call the 800 number on the back of your insurance card to verify.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (UNC Hospitals Nutrition Clinic at Hillsborough): 3.4 out of 5 stars (5 reviews)
- Overall UNC Hospitals (HCAHPS data): 4 out of 5 stars (2,321 patient surveys)
Patients praise
- Highly regarded medical and clinical care in specific inpatient departments
- Cleanliness and quietness of facilities reported by some patients
- Positive interactions with nursing staff and specialized care teams during inpatient stays
Common complaints
- Billing transparency and unexpected charges for outpatient/preventive services
- Allegations of discriminatory behavior or profiling in specialized weight management programs
- Difficulties in resolving billing disputes or getting satisfactory responses from patient relations
"I stayed on the 8th floor for a EMU and I have to say that was the best experience at a hospital I've had! The nurses, na, charge nurses, Dr's, unit clerks, cleaning, food and nutrition was so very nice."
— Patient review of UNC Hospitals inpatient care"Nurse Practictioner Tara Zhycowicz, nurse supervisor Elizabeth Willet and The Registered Dietician Lauren Boyd all racially profiled, were very discriminatory against my mental health condition and all three of these individuals railroaded me into being dismissed out of the Weight loss program."
— Patient review of UNC Hospitals Nutrition Clinic at HillsboroughSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Fitness and Nutrition - Human Resources — Nov 21, 2025
- Cafe Menu & Specials | UNC Hospitals — Jul 5, 2026
- Employee Nutrition Counseling Program at School of Government - Human Resources — Sep 9, 2025
- UNC Health Nutrition Services Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC | Indeed.com — Jan 8, 2026
- Wellness Resources for Healthy New Year - Human Resources — Jan 7, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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UNC Wellness Centers offers nutrition services as part of its medical fitness and wellness programs. While their primary focus is integrated health education, clinical wellness, and disease management, nutrition services are provided alongside other offerings such as personal training, massage therapy, physical therapy, and health education. The Chapel Hill location is listed among their offices, with UNC-affiliated backing and nonprofit status. For specifics on nutrition program details, scope (diet counseling, meal planning, protocols), and scheduling at UNC Wellness Chapel Hill, contact the Chapel Hill location directly. - Chapel Hill address (for reference): 100 Sprunt St, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 - General contact: wellness@unch.unc.edu; (919) 966-5500 or (919) 957-5900
SHAC (Student Health Action Coalition) is a UNC-Chapel Hill student-led nonprofit offering free health services to underserved communities. It operates a Nutrition Counseling program among its multidisciplinary clinics and services. Key points: - Mission: Provide free health services, partner with communities on sustainable programs, and create interdisciplinary service-learning experiences for UNC health science students. - Services include nutrition counseling (as part of SHAC’s clinic offerings), medical and dental care, physical therapy, social work assessments, vaccinations, and pharmacy consultations. - Location: 2 offices in North Carolina (Carrboro HQ: 301 Lloyd Street, Carrboro; Chapel Hill Clinic: MacNider Hall, UNC Campus). - Organization details: Founded 1967; nonprofit; about 88 employees; UNC-based with some presence in Canada. - Contact: General inquiries via SHAC at med.unc.edu/shac or use related UNC department emails and listed phone numbers. For Nutrition Counseling specifically, reach through SHAC’s nutrition services contact (shac_nutritioncounseling@med.unc.edu).
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