The Pittsburgh Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (PitAND) is the professional organization of registered dietitians (RDs) and dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs). As the advocate of RDs and DTRs, PitAND strives to promote optimal nutrition, health, and well-being of the citizens of the Pittsburgh area. The members of PitAND are recognized as the experts in the field of food and nutrition by the
public as well as by government, business, industry, and health professionals. The Pittsburgh Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics is committed to proactively provide direction and support to its members to assure quality practice, education and research in order to serve the public. PitAND also assumes a leadership role in influencing public policy and legislation. These include, but are not limited to, hospitals and clinics, public health, long-term care facilities, food service, private practice, schools, universities, research centers, pharmaceutical companies, and health and fitness centers. Members are board certified professionals trained in the field of food and nutrition and are recognized as the experts in food and nutrition in Pittsburgh area.
