The Rite Bite Wellness Center is staffed by Registered Dietitians, Certified Fitness Experts and other professionals whose areas of expertise include weight loss programs, personal training, and fitness instruction for individuals and small groups. We are experienced to meet your nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle needs.

Kay Lakhi RD, LD
Kay is the president of The Rite Bite Wellness Center for Nutrition and Fitness as well as the president and CEO of Dietary Solutions. Kay Lakhi is a registered/licensed dietitian. She has a master’s degree in nutrition and dietetics and has been practicing in the field of dietetics for over 20 years in various health care settings. Dietary Solutions is a nutrition consulting company with over 50 dietitians.

Kay is a member of the Ohio Dietetic Association, Columbus Dietetic Association, American Dietetic Association, and Consultant Dietitians in Health Care Facilities, The Nutrition Entrepreneurs Group, and Ohio Health Care Association as well as many others.

Dr. William D. Padamadan, MD
Dr. Padamadan is The Rite Bite Wellness Center’s medical director. His background includes medical training in both India and America; and he holds board certification in geriatrics as well as internal medicine. He is also actively involved in teaching physicians in Board Certification for the last 14 years. Aside from managing a private practice, he maintains a very active lifestyle and is dedicated to helping his patients achieve a lifetime of wellness.

Laura Poland, RD, LD
Laura is the Director of Nutrition at The Rite Bite Wellness Center in Columbus, Ohio. Laura is a registered/licensed dietitian. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Medical Dietetics from The Ohio State University. Laura is certified in Adult Weight Management and is also a Personal Trainer. Laura has worked as a consultant dietitian for the last 15 years in many different capacities. She has also worked as an instructor in dietetics at the Columbus State Community College. Laura has given many presentations on healthy lifestyles and other nutrition related topics.

Laura is a member of the Ohio Dietetic Association, Columbus Dietetic Association, American Dietetic Association, and Consultant Dietitians in Health Care Facilities, The Nutrition Entrepreneurs Group as well as many others.

Emily Burkins, BS

Emily is the Director of Fitness Services at The Rite Bite Bite Wellness Center.  She holds a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from The Ohio State University.  Along with organizing and maintaining our individual and group fitness programs on site, Emily also assists with Corporate Wellness programming.  She also teaches a variety of group exercise classes, including Total Body Conditioning and Boot Camp. No matter what your need is for physical fitness, Emily will be able to work with you!

Cindy McGovern RD, LD
Cindy is the Director of Workplace Wellness here at the Rite Bite Wellness Center.  Cindy has years of working in various settings as a dietitian and brings a wealth of knowledge to our center.  With a Bachelors Degree from The Ohio State University, Cindy has extensive experience with heart healthy eating, end stage renal disease, diabetes management and overall living a healthy lifestyle. 

Cindy is an active member of the American Dietetic Association and is involved on a local level with the Upper Arlington School District in developing a wellness policy. 

Linda Scovern RD, LD
Linda is the Director of Group Fitness. MPH, RD, LD Certified Personal Trainer: Linda is a NETA certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, and Pilates Instructor. She is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, a Registered/Licensed Dietitian and holds a Master’s Degree in Nutrition from UNC-Chapel Hill. Linda is also certified in Child and Adult Weight Management. Thus, she can incorporate specific nutrition plans for her clients as part of the training session. In addition to teaching a variety of fitness classes, Linda enjoys running, and completed her first marathon to celebrate turning 50! She has a special interest in working with women over forty, and encourages clients to train together in small groups. “The E in Exercise is for Enjoyment!”

Nikki Reither
Nikki is the Office Manager for both The Rite Bite Wellness Center and Dietary Solutions. She Graduated from Bowling Green State University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. With her previous teaching experience, she is able to handle whatever comes her way with ease. She would be delighted to help schedule an appointment or provide further information about our programs.