--- title: "Karen Astrachan, M.S. | Diabetes Educator in Palo Alto, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Karen Astrachan, M.S., R.D., CDE practices Diabetes Educator and Dietitian/Nutritionist in Palo Alto, CA and Fremont, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/karen-astrachan-1046238159" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Karen Astrachan, M.S., R.D., CDE ![Karen Astrachan, M.S., R.D., CDE](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/nKx1dZMDXfnrdBnYeQGOeIHXK0JX4wJwX-l0kjh73F0/1.0000/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Karen Astrachan, M.S., R.D., CDE ## Diabetes Educator ## Dietitian/Nutritionist [795 El Camino RealLee Building, Floor 2Palo Alto, CA 94301](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=795+El+Camino+Real+Palo+Alto%2C+CA+94301+US) [+1 more location](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/karen-astrachan-1046238159#provider-locations) ## About Karen Astrachan, M.S. Languages English Gender Female Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care For child nutrition, providing a family-based approach to care is very important. I strive to assist parents in establishing positive approaches to feeding and nutrition problems while supporting a child's natural growth, health and well-being. Providing a positive experience for the whole family is the ultimate goal. For adults, providing a patient-centered approach to care, as well as collaborating closely with other medical and support staff involved in patient care is my goal. ### Professional highlights Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Ms. Astrachan enjoys spending time with family, tennis, running, camping, hiking & caring for pets. ## Education and training **Licensure and certification:** Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, Certification in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management **Education:** B.S. Nutrition Science, University of California at Davis; M.S. Human Nutrition/Health Education, University of Florida ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Care locations [Palo Alto Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/palo-alto-center-1043246889) 795 El Camino Real Lee Building, Floor 2 Palo Alto, CA 94301 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=795+El+Camino+Real+Palo+Alto%2C+CA+94301+US) [650-853-2961](tel:+16508532961) Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed [Fremont Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/fremont-center-1043246895) 3200 Kearney Street Building 1, 2nd Floor Fremont, CA 94538 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=3200+Kearney+Street+Fremont%2C+CA+94538+US) [510-498-2184](tel:+15104982184) Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## From Karen Astrachan, M.S. 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