Hear exciting and uplifting stories about professionals and students in the nutrition and dietetics field.
Registered dietitian nutritionist Jennifer Kerner, RDN, LD, discusses how her work as a clinical dietitian at University Hospitals Case Medical Center has provided the opportunity to be involved in research projects.
Read the Full StorySusan G Weiner, MS, RDN, CDE, CDN, discusses her focus on diabetes education in both her private practice and as a volunteer working with organizations like Marjorie's Fund, Project REAL, The Betes Organization and DiabetesSisters.
Read the Full StoryMiriam Frucht shares her experiences working as the chief clinical dietitian at Margaret Tietz Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in the New York City borough of Queens.
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Juliana Tamayo suffers from Crohn's disease, lupus, and POTS, among other illnesses, and relies on a feeding tube for her daily nutrition. Learn why she wants to become a dietitian and read about her experience as a future RDN.
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Sports dietitian Roxana Ehsani, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, was raised in a household with a blend of Iranian and Austrian heritages — an upbringing that encompassed a rich tapestry of cultures. This combined with her experiences of feeling distinct from her peers significantly influences her approach towards her patients.
Luis Gonzalez, MS, RDN, shares his experience making his way as a Cuban-American dietitian after discovering a lack of diversity in the profession — and he offers suggestions to make it an easier road for others.
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Sheetal Parikh, MS, RDN, LDN, shares her journey as a PhD student from India with the dream of earning the registered dietitian nutritionist credential in the United States.
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Su-Nui Escobar, DCN, RDN, FAND, found strength in her culture and used her unique experiences to forge a successful career in dietetics.
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Krystal George, MPH, shares her experiences and insights as a graduate from an Historically Black College and University earning her master's and pursuing her RDN credential.
Qula Madkin, MS, RDN, LD, CDCES, shares her experiences becoming a dietitian and how a lack of diversity means nutrition programs and low-income areas don’t have RDs who mirror the communities they serve.
Teresa Turner, MS, RD, LDN, SNS, FAND, shares her journey toward becoming an dietitian and her experiences in the world and our profession.
Alabama-based dietitian Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN, LD, shares her journey toward becoming an RDN and explains why we must check our own biases and replace stereotypical thinking with openness and a willingness to learn from others who may look different from us.
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