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A dietitian has many options for choice of practice once training is complete, including working independently in an office setting. The person might also choose to be based in a hospital, or in an environment with other health-care providers, such as an endocrinologist (i.e., one who specializes in diabetes), a lipidologist (i.e., specializes in patients with raised cholesterol), or a weight-reduction clinic.

The term “nutritionist” is also used for someone in a similar profession, but the credentialing and services provided need to be reviewed by the individual seeking care. In some countries only individuals with the appropriate training and certification are permitted to call themselves a dietitian. Just as in other health-care fields, dietitians can choose to be just as specialized, for example working in pediatric, research, and corporate settings.