Reviews and ratings

As of October 18, 2026, my Fay Nutrition profile shows a 4.9 average across 1,402 ratings. This page shows all 57 written reviews: 5 from verified Fay members and 52 from Google, in the reviewers' own words and grouped by what they were about.

Quick answers

Is Dr. Ambily Kushal the best rated dietitian on Fay?

I can't verify how every dietitian on Fay is rated, so I won't claim a ranking. What I can show you: as of October 18, 2026, my Fay Nutrition profile shows a 4.9 average across 1,402 ratings, 1,303 of them five stars (93%), and this page carries 57 written reviews in patients' own words.

How many reviews and ratings does Dr. Kushal have?

1,402 ratings on Fay Nutrition as of October 18, 2026, averaging 4.9 out of 5, 1,303 of them five stars (93%), and 57 written reviews shown here: 5 from verified Fay members and 52 from Google.

Are these results typical?

No result is promised. Each review is one person's experience, and outcomes depend on the condition, its history, and the medical care alongside nutrition. Reviews that describe improvements in diabetes or other conditions reflect those individuals.

Diabetes and blood sugar

“I was skeptical of online nutrition help, but I'm sold now. Dr. Ambily is terrific! She's helping not only with my pre-diabetes, but also with previously confusing gut issues. With Dr. Ambily's help, I'm making real progress. Highly, highly recommend!”

Verified member, 65+Fay · After 4 sessions

"I started a year back to consult Dr. Ambily Kushal to help me manage my diabetes. She works with you to identify the root causes and then creates an action plan. She is one of the finest nutritionists I have come across. I am a vegetarian and she helped me a lot. Finally my HbA1c came down from above 8 to below 6."

Anuj SharmaGoogle

"I consulted her for my diabetes, and with her guidance I was able to fully overcome it — just by managing my diet and adding the right supplements. She's so committed to your health; her compassion and care kept me on course. I'm fully recovered."

Sophi ThomasGoogle

"I've lost about 6 pounds just changing my diet, drinking a gallon of water every day, and cooking my own food — no fast food, no sugar — and moving my body every day. For the first time I'm confident I will lose this weight and heal my body."

Judy RichardsonGoogle

"Just completed my first visit and I'm confident we're going to work well on getting my insulin and weight down. She gave me actionable, clear, simple instructions. Excited to keep working with her!"

Xiomara RosadoGoogle

"Dr. Ambily is a great clinical nutritionist. I consulted her for my diabetic problems, and with her guidance I was able to fully overcome my diabetes just by managing my diet and adding the right supplements. She's so committed to your health — it was her care and attention that kept me the course, and I'm fully recovered."

Verified patientGoogle

Gut health and digestion

"Working with Dr. Ambily has been truly transformative. From the very first session she took time to understand my lifestyle and tailor a plan that felt realistic and sustainable. She educated me on how food works with my body. I've seen improvements in energy, digestion, and mood. I can't recommend her enough."

Janvi PatelGoogle

"Dr. Kushal is the best dietitian I've ever had. She listens, she's kind, and her expertise is amazing. She has helped me so much in my gut health and weight-loss journey. Grateful for all her help. 100 stars!"

Ana GalvezGoogle

"Dr. Ambily has changed my entire understanding of gut health. She helped heal me when other doctors just tried to give me some pills to put a bandaid on my problems. I'm so grateful for her holistic approach to total health. She is helping me heal in ways I didn't think were possible."

Kathleen JohnsonGoogle

"Dr. Ambily's recommendations have worked wonders in controlling my IBS. She gave me valuable insight into why they work, rather than simply prescribing pills. I really loved her holistic approach to addressing issues instead of just treating the symptoms."

Verified patientGoogle

"Dr. Kushal is kind and attentive. I greatly appreciate her holistic and thorough approach. She breaks down complex information so it's relatable and easy to understand. Glad to be working with her to heal my body and gut health with a functional approach."

Claudia CarreraGoogle

"She explained a lot of what's going on in my body and gave me a supplement idea to remove my first prescription. She's going to continue helping me get the weight off, heal my fatty liver, and heal my gut. I'm very excited to get my health back."

Verified patientGoogle

"Dr. Kushal was amazing! She listened to me and gave me so much important, vital information about my gut health. I'm looking forward to continuing to seek her guidance on my new journey of health!"

Rita C. WalkerGoogle

Weight, liver and metabolism

“I love my dietician. If I had any way to see her in person I would. I would even travel to Baltimore to visit her. Her professionalism and etiquette and one personality only compliments her knowledge. She not only makes me want to continue my journey. She inspires me, and even when I slip, she doesn't make me feel like it's the end of the world. I know that losing weight is one of my goals for myself, but because she is so wonderful in what she does, I wanna do it just for her.”

Verified member, 55–64Fay · After 18 sessions

"I had a good session with Dr. Ambily. She listened to all my concerns, then discussed the main points to improve my overall health that would help with weight loss."

Mia FernandesGoogle

"She's great, extremely informative — cares about helping your entire body heal, not just calories and weight loss."

Verified patientGoogle

"My time with Dr. Kushal is well spent. She is patient and listens well. Her knowledge is vast and she explains everything clearly. She's in nutrition and weight loss for the person's health and vitality — not just a quick fix. I encourage everyone to book!"

Marilyn SturmGoogle

How she works: listening, labs and explanations

“I have noticed major improvements in my health since I started working with her. She knows what she is doing.”

Verified member, 45–54Fay · After 12 sessions

“Grateful for the care and thoughtfulness of Dr. Ambily. I feel like I can ask her any questions and she's giving me achievable steps to align my dietary habits with my goals. I appreciate that she has extensive experience working with chronic illness.”

Verified member, 35–44Fay · After 2 sessions

“Dr. Ambily provides clear advice and resources based on science. She tailored her guidance based on my needs and progress. I am seeing excellent results and feel great!”

Verified member, 45–54Fay · After 3 sessions

"Dr. Kushal was a savior for me. I was going through unexplainable symptoms for almost 8 months when I met Dr. Kushal. In one meeting, she diagnosed me! I had worked with almost 15 doctors, 2 functional doctors and nutritionists, and no one could figure out what was going on with my health. Additionally, her treatment was very strategic; she understood my health so well and tailored the treatment accordingly. She did not bombard me with supplements, unlike other functional doctors, but rather followed an iterative approach. 1.5 months into her treatment, I finally see my silver lining! She is very, very knowledgable, and I am incredibly grateful for her."

Supriya LalGoogle

"Dr. Kushal has been more than I could have asked for! Her knowledge is remarkable. From the 1st visit she gave me guidance on getting to the bottom of long-standing issues. She has also helped my adult son. Insurance pays for it! I'm very grateful."

Iona JohnsonGoogle

"Dr. Kushal has exceeded my expectations. I was seeking a nutritionist with a functional-medicine approach, and she did not disappoint. She translated complex bloodwork and clearly explained what it revealed about my overall health in a way that's easy to understand — this is what truly sets her apart. Warm, kind, and genuinely invested. I'd highly recommend her."

L. M.Google

"Dr. Ambily is very knowledgeable, a great listener, and very thorough. It's the first time a dietitian goes over my blood tests and takes them into consideration when advising."

Andrea ArrietGoogle

"Dr. Ambily is an exceptional dietitian who consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to my overall health and well-being. She provides thoughtful, evidence-based guidance and personalized recommendations tailored to my needs. Attentive, thorough, and proactive. I highly recommend her services."

Erika ArroyoGoogle

"Dr. Kushal was extremely thorough with my first session. I was impressed by her knowledge and attention to detail. She took the time to get to know me and explained next steps. I enjoyed my session and learned a lot, and am confident she'll be able to help me."

J. F.Google

"She explained everything and broke it down so I could understand my nutritional needs. Informative, helpful, friendly, and motivational. When the outcomes are explained it becomes inspiring. Would totally recommend Ambily Kushal."

Jerry VariolaGoogle

"Dr. Ambily is so knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate. I feel very grateful to have her as my dietitian."

Jacqueline HeitmannGoogle

"We've had two appointments and I feel better about the way she is addressing my medical concerns than about what my PCP has done. Very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. I look forward to seeing the results!"

Kelvin JohnsonGoogle

"She is the first clinician to actually listen to me and provide some guidance. I've made significant progress in only two weeks because of her help."

Susan AppleGoogle

"Dr. Kushal is a great doctor who has given me reassurance and hope in fighting this battle with my nutrition. It's only been one session but I already love her approach of tackling the issues at the core. I look forward to continuing with her."

Emma RozekGoogle

"Ambily Kushal, RD was amazingly knowledgeable and recommended a great action plan, additional lab work, and follow-up in 6 weeks."

Patrick KlansekGoogle

"Very knowledgeable and encouraging. I'm really glad I reached out to her — this is long overdue!"

Shana KonschuhGoogle

"She was extremely detailed, helpful and supportive."

Cheryl BarbourGoogle

"I really enjoy my appointments with Dr. Kushal. She's very knowledgeable and teaches me something new every appointment. I'm on track to meeting my health goals because she listens and responds accordingly. Glad I chose her."

Velma McCullahGoogle

"She is very attentive to your needs. She actually cares and wants you to achieve your best health — both physically and mentally."

Meridith McDanielGoogle

"She took time to break down the science of it all. I can now understand how one thing affects the other."

Nikhol J. AtkinsGoogle

"Love her — she is very detailed with what's going on with your body and how to prevent it from happening."

Angela WilliamsGoogle

"Very knowledgeable and helped me set a diet as well as supplements that will help me."

Mariam AbdelrahimGoogle

"Very detail-oriented, with a willingness to listen and jointly engage on issues and concerns to address them and provide support."

Joy HenryGoogle

"Very patient, kind, and so good at explaining things."

Elizabeth MaganaGoogle

"Wonderful conversation and very knowledgeable."

Katie StapletonGoogle

"Dr. Ambily Kushal is very good — kind, humble, experienced — helping me with my health issues in a healthy, natural way. I really appreciate her."

Pall B.Google

"Really looking forward to diving deeper and figuring out how to get my body into optimal shape."

Wendi DuBachGoogle

"Dr. Kushal was very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns. She gave me a great starting point to begin healing."

Krista SiegertGoogle

"She is very well informed and listens."

Buffy WeimerGoogle

"Very knowledgeable and explains things in a way you can understand!"

Tabatha O'BrienGoogle

"Great two-way conversations. She really wants to know what I need help with."

Sheila FalesGoogle

"Very patient, attentive, thorough and informative."

Nina CallowayGoogle

"Very patient, informative, attentive, and thorough."

Terrell & Nina GreenGoogle

"Very knowledgeable, professional, and solution-oriented."

Lisbeth LittleGoogle

"I really loved how Dr. Ambily handled my situation. She was very strategic, asking questions to get to the possible root causes in order to treat. Thank you, Dr. Ambily!"

Sarah-Lee LouisonGoogle

"Dr. Kushal was very knowledgeable, patient, and caring. I know we'll get to the bottom of my issues and I'll be feeling better in no time."

Jessica RushGoogle

"So helpful in getting me on the right track. I'm very happy with my results and recommendations."

Bri McQueenGoogle

"Loved our first consultation — she uses a very holistic approach."

Priscilla M.Google

"Dr. Kushal is one of the best dietitians I have ever seen."

David FrugozarGoogle

"Wonderful."

Verified patientGoogle

Reviews are individual patients' experiences in their own words. Results vary from person to person and are not guaranteed. The Fay figures are Fay's own counter, read on the date shown, not collected by this site.

Booking, and what it costs

Two routes, and which one is cheaper depends entirely on your plan rather than on which sounds better.

Through insurance. Medical nutrition therapy is a covered benefit on many plans, sometimes with no copay at all. Booking runs through Fay Nutrition, which checks your benefits before the first appointment so you know the number in advance rather than six weeks later.

Self-pay. A flat $140 per session through CognitiveMind — no benefits check, no prior authorization, no denial arriving after the fact. If your coverage is thin, absent, or has a deductible you will not meet this year, this is often the more predictable of the two.

Telehealth, in any of the 18 states where the licence is active.

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Dr. Ambily Kushal, RD, MS, PhD
Dr. Ambily Kushal, RD, MS, PhD
Registered Dietitian · Washington licence DIET.DI.61633688 · Verify with the Washington State Department of Health
19+ yearsin clinical practice
RD, MS, PhDcredentialed and licensed
4.9 ★across 1,402 ratings on Fay, as of Oct 18, 2026
18 stateslicensed for telehealth