By Myranda Vig When thinking about my future as a dietetic intern, I thought my days would be consumed with rotations that offered me a variety of experience in developing my skills in areas of clinical, community and food service. Never did I realize all the experience I would gain in a program with aContinue reading “Fueling the Fire(fighter)”
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A Peak into Pediatric Dietetics
By Rachel Eldering Prior to beginning my pediatric rotation at Children’s National Medical Center, I was warned that pediatrics is an entirely different world than general clinical dietetics. Reflecting back on my 2-week rotation, boy were they right! This rotation was my first hands-on experience with pediatric dietetics. I quickly learned that pediatrics has anContinue reading “A Peak into Pediatric Dietetics”
Success in the Post-Op Bariatric Setting
By Jennifer Rivera For those who are about to undergo bariatric surgery, there is a lot to consider. It’s a procedure that typically reduces a patient’s risk of potentially life-threatening weight-related health problems, but patients must be willing to make permanent changes to lead a healthier lifestyle. People who have struggled with weight loss mayContinue reading “Success in the Post-Op Bariatric Setting”
New Experiences Leads to Personal Growth
By Anna Ziegler One of the highlights of my 10-week clinical rotation at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center was spending two weeks in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with my preceptor, Amy Hurd, RDN. The ICU is unique because compared to the rest of the hospital they handle extreme cases of tubeContinue reading “New Experiences Leads to Personal Growth”
Finding the Line Between Promoting Health and Preventing Disordered Eating: Part 2
By Caitlyn Lazorka Part 2 My Answer I learned so much practical information by reviewing the literature for best practices and current research. I have summarized my findings into six main points: Remove the focus on weight Avoid moralizing food Consider the learning development and age appropriateness Avoid restriction and coercion Involve the family andContinue reading “Finding the Line Between Promoting Health and Preventing Disordered Eating: Part 2”