Deborah Malkoff-Cohen

Deborah Malkoff-Cohen, MS, RD, CDN, CDE, is a New York City-based registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, known for her innovative and compassionate approach to nutrition. She is the founder of City Kids Nutrition and NYCeatwell, providing expert nutritional consultation for children and adults across the city. Deborah’s passion lies in helping children achieve physical and emotional wellness through food. Whether crafting school menus or guiding families in their own kitchens, she has counseled hundreds of children and their caregivers toward healthier lifestyles. Her work spans a wide range of ages and diagnoses, with a special focus on early childhood nutrition through her involvement with the City’s Early Intervention Program, supporting children from birth to age three. She also serves as the dietitian for the myFace Center for Craniofacial Care at the Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery at NYU Langone Health, where she provides specialized nutritional guidance for individuals with cleft palate and craniofacial conditions—especially those recovering from complex surgeries. As a Certified Diabetes Educator, Deborah is an expert in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), insulin pump management, gestational diabetes, and all aspects of blood sugar regulation. Her insights are frequently featured in media outlets, where she is recognized as a trusted voice in the field of nutrition. For more information, visit City Kids Nutrition on Facebook or www.NYCeatwell.com.