DC Metro Area Dietetic Association (DCMADA) on the Move:
Evidence Based Practice in Nutrition and Physical Activity
May 11, 2013 - Washington, DC
Presented abstract poster on Fotobabble: More Than Talking Photos.
Attended lectures on:
Attended lectures on:
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Artificial Sweeteners
- USDA Organic Program
- Food Security Panel - Understanding Food Security, Partnership for the Future of Food, The Local Dairy Farming Connection
- How Physical Activity Fits into the Equation: Understanding and Applying the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
- Nutrition Entrepreneurship Panel
UMD Department of Nutrition & Food Science Research Day
May 3, 2013 - National Agriculture Library, Beltsville, MD
2nd place winner for technology abstract poster on Fotobabble: More Than Talking Photos.
Attended lecture on:
Attended lecture on:
- Nutrigenomics: Opportunities and Challenges for Understanding Diet and Health Interrelationships
Maryland Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Annual Meeting
April 26, 2013 - Linthicum Heights, MD
Presented abstract poster on Fotobabble: More Than Talking Photos.
Attended lectures on:
Accepted award for Outstanding Dietetic Intern of the Year from the Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Attended lectures on:
- Dietetics and Public Policy
- No More Wasted Time: Ideas for Grabbing and Maintaining Your Clients' Attention
- The Response of the Fast Food Industry to a Call for Nutritional Advancement
- Translating Nutrition Science for Action: Dietary Guidelines and USDA's MyPlate
- Academy Scope of Practice for RD's and DTR's: A Tool for Advancing Practice and Preparing Tomorrow's Leaders
Accepted award for Outstanding Dietetic Intern of the Year from the Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
DCMADA's Annual Leadership Conference
April 13, 2013 - Washington, DC
Attended lectures on:
- Leadership in Dietetics and Beyond!
- Leadership in School Nutrition and Wellness
- Resume Writing for Leadership Positions in Dietetics
Maryland Dietetics in Health Care Communities 2013 Spring Workshop
April 9, 2013 - Clarksville, MD
Invited Speaker: Presented on the use of Pinterest in enhancing dietetic practice.
Attended lectures on:
- Practical Pain Management for Dietitians
- Nutritional Support in Renal Failure
- From ICU to Secondary Care Facilities: Diabetes Management Strategies for a Safe Transition
- Basics of Parenteral Nutrition
- EHR: Implications to Long Term Care PLUS the Latest and Greatest Tech Tools
Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management
May 22-24, 2012 - Burlington, VT
Over half of American adults are overweight or obese. A dietetics professional, trained to have a comprehensive knowledge of the field and management options, can enable long-term patient compliance and sustained success. This program is designed to produce providers of comprehensive weight management care who also know when and how to refer patients to other specialists.
The certificate of training offers:
- cutting edge information and skills shared by leading practitioners in the field.
- cases and exercises to allow hands-on experience.
- valuable resource materials and tools for immediate use and future reference.
- an opportunity to showcase your expertise by earning a Certificate of Training.
- 35 hours of continuing professional education.
Natural Products Expo East 2012
September 22, 2012 - Baltimore, MD
Attended lecture on:
- Life Is Your Best Medicine
Explored exhibits and tried new, up and coming natural products.
Food & Nutrition Conference and Expo
October 6-9, 2012 - Philadelphia, PA
Saturday: Student Hosting in Press Room.
Sunday: Attended RD Tweet Up event to promote networking among RD's in social media.