Get connected to a registered dietitian through the KAND Referral Directory. A dietitian will translate nutritional science into practical solutions for healthy living.
Academy Events
KAND members are encouraged to attend general membership meetings. CPEU’s are available for attendance at most membership meetings. Every member can still bring a non-KAND friend to one meeting each year. That person will receive free CEUs for that session
Current Board of Directors
2024-2025 Board of Directors Nominating Member – Leah Patrick – Appointed 2024-2026 Leah is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist working as a WIC Dietitian in a rural community. She completed her BS at UTK and MS and DI at Samford University.
Referral Directory
Referrals For patients: Please contact the dietitian to determine if a referral is needed. If a referral is needed, have your medical provider complete the Referral for Medical Nutrition Therapy at this link. Alex Gardner Nutrition LLCAlex Gardner, RD LDN,
Join or Renew
KAND is the local organization of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in the Knoxville, TN area. It is open to registered dietitians, dietetic technicians registered, nutrition students and “friends of KAND.”
Job Openings
KAND welcomes both job seekers and employers interested in posting nutrition related positions available in East Tennessee. Job seekers are encouraged to check back frequently for new listings.