Leonora Renda MS, RDN

Lee Renda is a Registered Dietitian and the Director of Clinical Nutrition and Wellness at Thomas Cuisine, where she leads innovative, patient-centered nutrition programs that support health, healing, and overall well-being. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, Lee brings decades of experience in clinical nutrition, food service operations, and wellness strategy, blending evidence-based practice with compassionate leadership to improve outcomes across diverse healthcare settings.

Lee holds a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Illinois State University and a Master of Science in Nutrition from Arizona State University. Her extensive career includes leadership roles as Manager of Nutritional Services at Dignity Health, Clinical Nutrition Manager for multiple medical centers, and Outpatient Oncology Dietitian at the University of Arizona Cancer Center. She has also served as an expert witness in nutrition, applying her deep clinical knowledge to complex medical and legal cases.

In addition to her professional roles, Lee is a committed leader and advocate within the nutrition community. She currently serves as a House Delegate for Arizona with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has previously held the role of President of C-AZAND, where she advanced continuing education opportunities for registered dietitians. Known for her strategic vision, mentorship, and dedication to lifelong learning, Lee remains passionate about elevating the practice of nutrition and advancing wellness at both individual and system-wide levels.

• Arizona State University - Master of Science (MS), Nutrition
• Illinois State University - Bachelor of Science (BS), Dietetics/Dietitian

• Certified in Adult Obesity

• Academy of Nutrition and Diabetics
• House Delegate for AZ Academy of Nutrition and Diabetics

• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Phase 1 Study for Ketogenic Diet and Brain Cancer