Recognized Renal Dietitian Award

Laura Koch, MS, RD, CSR, LMNT


Renal Dietitian Coordinator, Dialysis Center of Lincoln, Inc.


Laura Koch is a renal dietitian at DCL - Dialysis Center of Lincoln, Inc., an independent, non-profit dialysis center in Lincoln, Nebraska.  With nearly a decade of experience in renal nutrition, Laura excels in providing medical nutrition therapy to dialysis patients. Laura's leadership skills are evident in her role as the department coordinator and her active participation in facility leadership and quality improvement meetings. 

Laura holds a Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Health Science from the University of Nebraska—Lincoln and is a Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition. Laura is an active member of the Nebraska Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (NAND) and served as the affiliate president in the 2023-2024 term.  She is also a published author, with articles in the Renal Dietitian Forum and the Journal of Renal Nutrition, and has presented on renal nutrition topics for NAND at regional and state-wide meetings several times. Her contributions to the field were recognized by her peers when she was selected for the NAND Emerging Dietetic Leader award in 2023. Laura is passionate about advancing renal nutrition and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration.