Dr. Telema Briggs is a registered dietitian, published research nutritionist and educator based in the New York City metropolitan area, residing in Jersey City, NJ. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Hampton University. After gaining clinical experience while working in Washington DC, he gained a true appreciation for the ways diet and lifestyle influence health at various disease stages—inspiring him to further his education in nutrition. He returned to New Jersey to continue his education at Rutgers University-New Brunswick where he earned his PhD in Nutritional Sciences and completed his dietetic training. During his doctoral studies, Telema conducted research that focused on evaluating the feasibility of using smartphone diet and nutrition apps as suitable tech-based solutions for weight management in professional dietetic practice. He has received several awards in recognition of his work including the Robert T. Rosen Memorial Scholarship and the prestigious SGS University & Louis Bevier Dissertation Completion Fellowship. He primarily specializes in weight management, general nutrition, sports and performance nutrition, and diabetes, utilizing an empowering, supportive, and solution-oriented approach to counseling. As a dietitian, Telema is passionate about working collaboratively with clients from diverse backgrounds and using his extensive knowledge in nutrition and client-centered counseling approaches to guide his clients to produce desired and sustainable health and wellness outcomes. In his spare time away from work, Telema is a fitness enthusiast, avid food photographer and enjoys traveling and exploring cuisines from across the globe.