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Women’s Health in Dietetics MJ Tompkins
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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
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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
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Working with… Pre-conception Pregnancy Breastfeeding Polycystic ovarian syndrome Gynecology cancers Weight loss PMS Eating disorders Often work with children also
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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
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New to the practice? Clinical dietitian Pediatrics Join groups, Women’s Health DPG Gain experience through their offers, win awards
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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
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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
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Education: Biology Anatomy & physiology Nutrition Counseling/psychology Infant & child growth and development Introduction to research Sociology/cultural sensitivity
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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)
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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
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