What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.00
Average wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
4.33
“My visit is highly recommended to anyone who wants to improve their health/nutrition. Ava gave me solid information that answered all of my questions. She listened to my concerns and delivered a meal plan for me that not only solved many of my problems but she gave me easy to follow recommendations on how to achieve optimal health moving forward. She was very understanding and had many ideas that were practical. She has made a huge impact on my approach to nutrition.”
LSMore than 1 year ago
“My experience working with Ava was excellent. She is very knowledgable and takes the time to really understand her clients desires and goals. Ava helped me gain a better understand of what a sustainable diet looks like. She provided me with meal recommendations as well has a list of foods that I could easily begin to include in my everyday diet. ”
MDMore than 1 year ago
About Ava Scarpato
Ava is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in Women's, Maternal and Pediatric nutrition and breastfeeding! By offering nutrition and lactation counseling and support, Ava helps clients achieve their short and long term feeding goals using a gentle, progressive, and personalized approach.
Ava attended the University of Pittsburgh, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition. She completed her Dietetic Internship at St. Clair Hospital, The Special Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Health Network Pediatrics, and UPMC Magee Women’s Hospital, where she concentrated on Maternal and Pediatric Nutrition.
She specializes in breastfeeding support, transition to solids/Baby-Led Weaning, intuitive eating for women and children, and prenatal nutrition.
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Popular visit reasons
Gestational Diabetes / Diabetes during Pregnancy
Lactation Consultation
New Patient Visit
Nutrition Consultation
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Pregnancy Nutrition Checkup
Weight Loss Consultation
Weight Management
Gestational Diabetes / Diabetes during Pregnancy
Lactation Consultation
New Patient Visit
Nutrition Consultation
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
- Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Education and training
- University of Pittsburgh, Master's in Clinical Nutrition
- University of Pittsburgh (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Awards and publications
- Women's Health Dietetic Practice Group
- Pediatric Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1164156162
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.00
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
4.33
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My visit is highly recommended to anyone who wants to improve their health/nutrition. Ava gave me solid information that answered all of my questions. She listened to my concerns and delivered a meal plan for me that not only solved many of my problems but she gave me easy to follow recommendations on how to achieve optimal health moving forward. She was very understanding and had many ideas that were practical. She has made a huge impact on my approach to nutrition.
More than 1 year agoLS
My experience working with Ava was excellent. She is very knowledgable and takes the time to really understand her clients desires and goals. Ava helped me gain a better understand of what a sustainable diet looks like. She provided me with meal recommendations as well has a list of foods that I could easily begin to include in my everyday diet.
More than 1 year agoMD
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What practice does Ava Scarpato work with?
Ava Scarpato works with Nourish By Ava.
Which board certifications does Ava Scarpato have?
Ava Scarpato is certified by Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration), Commission on Dietetic Registration, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration).
What are common reasons for patients to see Ava Scarpato?
Ava Scarpato frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Nutrition Consultation, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Weight Loss Consultation, and Weight Management. You can see other visit reasons for Ava Scarpato on their profile.
What languages does Ava Scarpato speak?
Ava Scarpato speaks English.
How do patients rate Ava Scarpato in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Ava Scarpato. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 4.33/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.