Medical Nutrition Therapy | Nutrition Services | SUNY Upstate
Nutrition Education • Fredonia, NY • Since 1950
About
SUNY Upstate Medical University (Upstate) is a public medical university in Syracuse, NY, part of the SUNY system and founded in 1834 (public status since 1950). It houses multiple colleges (Medicine, Health Professions, Graduate Studies, Nursing) and operates the Upstate University Health System, including Upstate University Hospital (Level 1 trauma/burn center) and specialized centers (Golisano Children’s Hospital, Brain & Spine, Cardiovascular, Cancer Center). It is Central New York’s largest employer with about 3,357 staff and contributes over $2.5 billion annually to the state economy. The institution trains physicians and health professionals, and its clinical and research activities support patient care across more than 1.8 million annual visits through the health system. Note on the user query: The provided page does not specify a dedicated Medical Nutrition Therapy/Nutrition Services program under SUNY Upstate, nor location in Fredonia. If you’re seeking Medical Nutrition Therapy or Nutrition Services specifically at SUNY Upstate or a connection to Fredonia, this page confirms Upstate’s broader nutrition/clinical services within its health system, but does not indicate a separate Fredonia-based program. If you need details on SUNY Upstate’s nutrition offerings or a Fredonia site, I can search for that exact program or clarify With Fredonia (which is a separate SUNY campus in Fredonia, NY).
Clinic Type
Nutrition Education
Address
Food and Nutrition Services Upstate Health Care Center, 90 Presidential Plaza, Syracuse, NY 13202
Phone
315-464-4219
FroioK@Upstate.edu
Opening Hours
By appointment; appointment times based on individual necessity
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
Office hours
By appointment. Appointment times are based on individual necessity.
Insurance coverage for the dietitian visit
Insurance coverage for the dietitian visit is determined by individual policies and medical diagnosis.
Physician referral
A physician referral is needed for the initial visit.
For additional information
Please call Heather Polcaro at (315) 464-4219 or Julie Mellen at (315) 464-3716.
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In the News
- Medical Nutrition Therapy: A critical tool in modern patient care | College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences — Apr 17, 2026
- Leah A. Usher, MNT - Registered Dietitian in Hamilton, NY — May 14, 2026
- Medical Nutrition Therapy Services: Coding and Billing Guidance - Community First Health Plans — Apr 28, 2026
- Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Syracuse, NY, PRIDE Health (Updated: 2026-06-25) — May 3, 2026
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Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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