Mary Ball, RDN CM
Mary is a registered dietitian nutritionist and care manager who provides practical, personalized nutrition guidance for long-term health.
Education & Professional Background
Mary earned her Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition Science from Wayne State University and completed a Coordinated Program in Dietetics. After successfully completing her board certification, she continued to specialize in nutrition support for patients managing chronic conditions within a primary care setting. With over eight years of experience in the medical community, Mary has been part of Rochester Primary Care for more than five years, where she plays a key role in both patient care and care coordination.
Nutrition Approach & Areas of Focus
Mary focuses on individualized, realistic lifestyle plans designed for patients with busy schedules and complex health needs. She helps patients navigate conflicting nutrition information and media-driven diet trends by providing clear, evidence-based guidance that is easy to maintain long term.
Her areas of focus include:
- Nutrition support for chronic conditions
- Practical meal planning and habit-building
- Culturally sensitive dietary guidance
- Sustainable lifestyle changes that reduce overwhelm
Care Philosophy
Mary values the personal, relationship-driven approach at Rochester Primary Care and believes patients should feel known and supported rather than treated as numbers. She emphasizes education, clarity, and collaboration to help patients feel confident in their nutrition decisions.
Outside of patient care and quality management coordination, Mary enjoys baking, playing board games with her family, reading or watching Harry Potter, and spending time with her husband and children.