Online Therapist

Kathy Pertzborn

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  • 1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Nutritionists
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About Kathy Pertzborn

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About Kathy Pertzborn

Kathy Pertzborn is a Registered Dietitian (RD) with 30-plus years of experience in pediatric nutrition. She graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and is a member of The American Dietetic Association and a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician by The National Board of Nutrition Support Certification. Kathy is also licensed (LD) by the State of Iowa and completed a Certificate of Training in Functional Nutrition from the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy in 2016. With her expertise, she specializes in nutrition therapy for medically complex children, poor weight gain, picky eaters, food intolerances, and tube feedings.

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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
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Services

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  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm

  • Saturday

    Closed all day

  • Sunday

    Closed all day

  • Local time

    02/21/2026 7:55 am

Languages

  • English

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Contact Phone number is (515) 241-8686.
https://www.unitypoint.org

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