1. Women’s Health in Dietetics MJ Tompkins

2. What is their job title?  Public Health Dietitian  Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP)  Obstetrics Dietitian  Gynecology Dietitian  Often both

3. Where do they work?  Private practice  Organizations  Hospitals, birthing center, prenatal, postpartum  Doctor’s office - women’s health clinics  Old age homes  Long-term care facilities  Cancer treatment centers, breast & ovarian cancer

4. Working with…  Pre-conception  Pregnancy  Breastfeeding  Polycystic ovarian syndrome  Gynecology cancers  Weight loss  PMS  Eating disorders  Often work with children also

5. Appointment  Ability to observe deficiencies  Formulate actions to correct the situation  Make assessments and recommendations  Educate others on nutritional needs  Use word processing, spreadsheet and nutrition programs

6. New to the practice?  Clinical dietitian  Pediatrics  Join groups, Women’s Health DPG  Gain experience through their offers, win awards

7. Women’s Health DPG  Mission Statement:  “To optimize women's health at all ages and stages throughout the lifespan, including preconception, prenatal, postpartum, lactation and menopause”  A quarterly electronic newsletter, Women's Health Report  Member-only electronic mailing list  Continuing professional education through WH-sponsored webinars, and sessions at the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE)  Social Media: View the WH DPG professional presence on Facebook.  Member awards

8. Special Qualifications  IBCLC  International Board Certified Lactation Consultant  Registered Lactation Consultant (RLC)  Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field  Completion of ADA approved clinical program  1 year clinical experience in pediatrics is preferred  Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or Maternity/Women’s Services preferred

9. Education:  Biology  Anatomy & physiology  Nutrition  Counseling/psychology  Infant & child growth and development  Introduction to research  Sociology/cultural sensitivity

10. Opportunities  Management  Specialized Practice for Women’s Health  Private practice  Women’s Health DPG  Sex and Gender Women's Health Collaborative  United States Breastfeeding Committee (their alliances)

11. References:  http://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/healthy_living/hic_The_Role_of_a_Regi stered_Dietitian_in_Your_Health_Care http://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/healthy_living/hic_The_Role_of_a_Regi stered_Dietitian_in_Your_Health_Care  http://womensnutritionservices.com/about/ http://womensnutritionservices.com/about/  https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/public_health_works/careers/public_ health_nutritionist.htm https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/public_health_works/careers/public_ health_nutritionist.htm  http://jobs.texaschildrens.org/houston/dietitian/jobid7339376-clinical- dietician-jobs http://jobs.texaschildrens.org/houston/dietitian/jobid7339376-clinical- dietician-jobs