Special Events
Vegetarian Resource Group
Hosted by VRG
May 23, 2014
Baltimore, MD
Hosted by VRG
May 23, 2014
Baltimore, MD
- Discussed reasons people choose vegetarianism and/or veganism
- Debated criteria food companies should use when labeling their products "vegetarian"
- Sampled vegan dishes
- Recieved numerous resources for counseling vegetarian and vegan clients
DC Metro Area Dietetic Association 2014 Annual Meeting
Hosted by DCMADA
May 2, 2014
Washington, D.C.
Selected to present my abstract poster entitled "The Importance of Nutrition Intervention in the Management of Chronic Pancreatitis" and awarded "Best Student Poster at the 2014 DCMADA Annual Meeting."
Topics covered during the conference included:
Hosted by DCMADA
May 2, 2014
Washington, D.C.
Selected to present my abstract poster entitled "The Importance of Nutrition Intervention in the Management of Chronic Pancreatitis" and awarded "Best Student Poster at the 2014 DCMADA Annual Meeting."
Topics covered during the conference included:
- Private Sector Partnerships to Improve Childhood Nutrition
- Food Marketing and Children
- DC Nutrition Board Update
- Success Stories in School Nutrition
- Update on Nutrition Policy: Dietary Guidance for Americans, Farm Bill
- Pediatricians and Nutrition Policy: A Recipe for Health Promotion at its Best
- RDs Working With Industry
Maryland Day 2014
Hosted by The University of Maryland
April 26, 2014
College Park, MD
Volunteered at the University's FoodSmart exhibit disseminating current, reliable nutrition, food safety and physical activity information to the public.
Hosted by The University of Maryland
April 26, 2014
College Park, MD
Volunteered at the University's FoodSmart exhibit disseminating current, reliable nutrition, food safety and physical activity information to the public.
The 136th White House Easter Egg Roll
Hosted by the First Family
April 21, 2014
Washington, D.C.
Attended the event with USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, participating in the MyPlate nutrition education booth.
Hosted by the First Family
April 21, 2014
Washington, D.C.
Attended the event with USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, participating in the MyPlate nutrition education booth.
Maryland Dietitians in Health Care Communities 2014 Spring Workshop
Hosted by Maryland Dietetics in Health Care Communities
April 8, 2014
Clarksville, MD
Collaborated with internship partner to develop technology tool presentation on Wunderlist for over 90 attendees. See the brochure with my name listed as an invited speaker.
Topics covered included:
Check out my blog comparing my experience at this conference to their 2013 Fall Workshop.
Hosted by Maryland Dietetics in Health Care Communities
April 8, 2014
Clarksville, MD
Collaborated with internship partner to develop technology tool presentation on Wunderlist for over 90 attendees. See the brochure with my name listed as an invited speaker.
Topics covered included:
- CKD and Dialysis
- Technology Tools You Can Use
- Puree-ly Amazing: Improving Mealtime Consumption
- Sustainable Food: Planning and Implementation
- Local, Sustainable, & Other Healthy Food Initiatives- Best Practices to Implement at Your Facility
- Wound Care: The Dietitian's Role
Check out my blog comparing my experience at this conference to their 2013 Fall Workshop.
Maryland General Assembly
March 12, 2014
Annapolis, MD
March 12, 2014
Annapolis, MD
- Discussed how a bill becomes a law
- Toured the Maryland State House
- Viewed Legislative Sessions in both the Senate and House of Delegates Galleries
- Viewed Senate hearings on several bills
Pediatric Nutrition Symposium 2014
Hosted by Children's National Medical Center
January 20, 2014
Washington, D.C.
This meeting provided information from Registered Dietitians of a top ranked medical institution experienced in their areas of specialty. Topics covered included:
Hosted by Children's National Medical Center
January 20, 2014
Washington, D.C.
This meeting provided information from Registered Dietitians of a top ranked medical institution experienced in their areas of specialty. Topics covered included:
- Appropriately assessing calorie, protein, and nutrient needs for healthy, and acutely and critically ill infants and children
- Identifying and differentiating between infant formulas, oral nutrition supplements, and enteral products
- Establishing a thought process for initiation and advancement of parenteral and enteral nutrition regimens
- Identifying nutrition challenges for conditions such as: inborn errors of metabolism, short bowel syndrome, celiac disease, food allergies, cystic fibrosis, oncology and bone marrow transplant
Maryland Dietitians in Health Care Communities 2013 Fall Workshop
Hosted by Maryland Dietetics in Health Care Communities
October 8, 2013
Clarksville, MD
Topics covered included:
Hosted by Maryland Dietetics in Health Care Communities
October 8, 2013
Clarksville, MD
Topics covered included:
- Identifying and documenting malnutrition
- Gastroparesis
- PES statements
- Bowel Management
- Vitamin D and the Elderly
- Gluten Intolerance
Understanding and Implementing Recommendations from the IOM Report Educating the Student Body: Taking Physical Activity and Physical Education to School
Hosted by The IOM and the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN)
September 26, 2013
This webinar provided information on the findings and recommendations of the IOM Report. The webinar also highlighted Let’s Move! Active Schools and the Presidential Youth Fitness Program—two model programs that promote physical activity and quality physical education in schools.
Hosted by The IOM and the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN)
September 26, 2013
This webinar provided information on the findings and recommendations of the IOM Report. The webinar also highlighted Let’s Move! Active Schools and the Presidential Youth Fitness Program—two model programs that promote physical activity and quality physical education in schools.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Political Action Committee Office
September 26, 2013
Washington D.C.
Fellow intern, Stacy, and myself received the opportunity to visit the Political Action Committee office in Washington D.C. and got a chance to talk with Jeanne Blankenship, Vice President of Policy Initiatives and Advocacy, as well as Jessica Larson, pictured.
September 26, 2013
Washington D.C.
Fellow intern, Stacy, and myself received the opportunity to visit the Political Action Committee office in Washington D.C. and got a chance to talk with Jeanne Blankenship, Vice President of Policy Initiatives and Advocacy, as well as Jessica Larson, pictured.
Balancing Sodium and Potassium Intake for Disease Prevention and Optimal Health
Hosted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
September 24, 2013
This webinar focused on the range of sodium and potassium intakes by Americans, disease conditions associated with sodium and potassium intakes, and genetic variability in response to these dietary components.
Hosted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
September 24, 2013
This webinar focused on the range of sodium and potassium intakes by Americans, disease conditions associated with sodium and potassium intakes, and genetic variability in response to these dietary components.
Childhood Obesity Summit
Hosted by The Washington Post
September 20, 2103
Washington D.C.
This Washington Post summit gathered experts from around the country to talk about the urgent need to reduce the number of obese children and the strategies leading toward a healthier lifestyle.
Hosted by The Washington Post
September 20, 2103
Washington D.C.
This Washington Post summit gathered experts from around the country to talk about the urgent need to reduce the number of obese children and the strategies leading toward a healthier lifestyle.
Developing Meaningful Messages: Putting Research into Practice
Hosted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
September 19, 2013
This webinar reviewed ways to understand and apply the key findings from 60 focus groups with low-income moms including the information seeking-behaviors, preferences and perceptions of low-income mothers. Using this information, the speakers discussed techniques for creating meaningful nutrition messages.
Hosted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
September 19, 2013
This webinar reviewed ways to understand and apply the key findings from 60 focus groups with low-income moms including the information seeking-behaviors, preferences and perceptions of low-income mothers. Using this information, the speakers discussed techniques for creating meaningful nutrition messages.
Food Safety Matters: Food Safety Education Month
Hosted by The International Food Information Council Foundation
September 19, 2013
This webinar featured data and consumer insights from IFIC's 2013 Food and Health Survey. The speakers reviewed consumer perceptions regarding food safety and examined trends in safe food handling practices. Common food safety myths were discussed and dispelled and an overview of the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline was provided, in addition to answers for common questions about food safety and safe food handling.
See the blog we wrote here.
Hosted by The International Food Information Council Foundation
September 19, 2013
This webinar featured data and consumer insights from IFIC's 2013 Food and Health Survey. The speakers reviewed consumer perceptions regarding food safety and examined trends in safe food handling practices. Common food safety myths were discussed and dispelled and an overview of the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline was provided, in addition to answers for common questions about food safety and safe food handling.
See the blog we wrote here.
Health IT 101 Basic Training
Hosted by e-Health Initiative and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
September 18, 2013
Washington D.C.
This meeting was held during National Health IT Week and provided training on the latest electronic medical records as well as information about health IT policy and programs.
Hosted by e-Health Initiative and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
September 18, 2013
Washington D.C.
This meeting was held during National Health IT Week and provided training on the latest electronic medical records as well as information about health IT policy and programs.
Mushrooms and Health Summit
Hosted by The Mushroom Council
September 10, 2013
Washington D.C.
The meeting was a unique and comprehensive examination of the global research that links mushrooms to today’s and future health issues. Attendees learned from the world’s top scientists, researchers and nutrition experts who provided a broad range of perspectives and facilitated discussions around mushrooms from spore to spoon. A cross-section of experiences and expertise were brought to the table to shape the future of scientific research on mushrooms.
Hosted by The Mushroom Council
September 10, 2013
Washington D.C.
The meeting was a unique and comprehensive examination of the global research that links mushrooms to today’s and future health issues. Attendees learned from the world’s top scientists, researchers and nutrition experts who provided a broad range of perspectives and facilitated discussions around mushrooms from spore to spoon. A cross-section of experiences and expertise were brought to the table to shape the future of scientific research on mushrooms.