International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2018 Romina Barritta, ARGENTINA Occupation: Dietitian (Licenciada en Nutrición) Employer : CEMIC Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Dietetics, International Dietetics & Cultural Competency, Nutrition Support, Freelance writer, Recipe Development Credentials: (licenses and certifications): Licenciada en Nutricion (Argentina), Dietetic Technician Registered (USA) Work Experience: -Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA. Dietetic Technician in Clinical Dietetics. -CEMIC, Hospital Universitario Sede Saavedra. Inpatient and Outpatient Clinical Dietitian Education/School: -Nutrition School, Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA) -Nutrition Residency Program, Gobierno de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: -Ex representative of Argentina in the International Confederation of Dietetic Associations (ICDA) -Member of Expert Certification Committee of the Argentinean Association of Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition (AANEP) -Member of the Argentinean Association of Dietitians and Nutritionist Dietitians (AADYND) -Professional Development Chair of the American Overseas Dietetic Association (IAAND) Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV: National television, live, debate about obesity in Argentina: http://www.elnueve.com.ar/programa/zona-i/zona-i-programa-del-14-de-junio-2016- 25063 Magazines: Food & Nutrition (recipes) http://www.foodandnutrition.org/Romina- Defranchi/ Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Newspapers: Clarin, La Nacion. TV: Canal 9, Canal 13, Telefe, America, TV Publica. Magazines: Gente, Caras, Hola. Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Blog post in Stone Soup http://www.foodandnutrition.org/Romina-Defranchi/ Book chapters about nutrition support topics in selected books Book chapter in Cultural Competency for Nutrition Professionals from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: http://www.eatrightstore.org/product/E2EBE1F2-A38E-49AB- B5B6-D1D432585F17 Contact Information: • Email: [email protected] • Website: www.globaldietitians.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaldietitians/ • Twitter: @globdietitians • Instagram: romina_globaldietitians Personal Nutrition Philosophy After years of practice in clinical nutrition patient care, both at national and international level, my goal is to provide the best nutrition care for every patient. I deeply enjoy networking with dietetic professionals from around the globe to advance the nutrition & dietetic profession. I am passionate about everything related to food and I enjoy sharing healthy and simple recipes I create in my kitchen. International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2018 Lily Chen, AUSTRALIA Occupation: Dietitian Employer: Sydney Cognitive Areas of Expertise/specialization: Geriatrics, Weight Management Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS, RDN (Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, USA), APD (Accredited Practising Dietitian, Australia) Work Experience: Clinical, Management, Research, Private Practice Education/School: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health (New York University), Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (University at Buffalo, State University of New York) Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Sponsorship Chair and Country Representative-Australia for International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nominating Committee Chair for Dietitians in Business and Communications Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): ABC New, Seven News, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Daily Telegraph Published books, magazine columns, blogs: https://sharonpalmer.com/plant-chat-australia-dietitian-lily-chen/ https://www.sydcog.com.au/single-post/2018/08/27/Preventing-weight-loss-in-dementia- patients https://www.sydcog.com.au/single-post/2018/05/08/The-gut-%E2%80%9Cour-second- brain%E2%80%9D https://www.sydcog.com.au/single-post/2018/03/25/Sugar-and-the-brain https://www.sydcog.com.au/single-post/2018/03/13/Eating-smart Contact Information: • Email: [email protected] • Website: www.sydcog.com.au • Instagram: lilylanutricionista Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Health is our greatest wealth International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2018 Aloma Cassell, BARBADOS Occupation: Cabin crew Employer: Liat 1974 Ltd. Areas of Expertise/specialization: I am particularly interested in weight management and culinary nutrition Work Experience: Volunteer work at local hospital Youth volunteer at zero hunger initiative St. Vincent and the grenadines Volunteer work at HIV food Bank Education/School: BSc. Kansas State University , Associate degree Barton Community College Academy (or other professional group): NE DPG (Nutrition entrepreneurs), FCP DPG (Food & Culinary professionals), DIFM DPG (Dietitians in Integrative & Functional Medicine), BHN (Behavioral Health Nutrition) Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc: Dominica D.B.S Radio, Diaspora Link August 27, 2016 • Transtheoretical model of behavior change D.B.S Radio, Diaspora Link August 20, 2016 • The importance of Human Nutrition Contact Information: • Email: [email protected] • Twitter: @aloma_cassell • Instagram: theflyingnutritionist_ Personal Nutrition Philosophy I believe healthy living isn’t a zero-sum game. One can gradually make changes in the present, so one doesn’t need to be forced to make them future. International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2018 Mireille Najm, CANADA Occupation: Chief of Clinical Nutrition Services Employer: CIUSSS Nord de l’île de Montréal Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Nutrition Management, Clinical Nutrition, International-global nutrition – multiethnic and cultures food habits Credentials: (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian Work Experience: Chief of Clinical Nutrition Services at CIUSSS (Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux) du Nord-de l’île de Montréal – Mission hospitalière (2015 to present) Lead and coordinate all the activities nutrition care programs and the entirety of the clinical nutrition team for 3 hospitals in North of Montreal Region: Hôpital Sacré-Coeur de Montréal, Hôpital Fleury , Hôpital Jean-Talon (over 50 registered dietitians and dietetic technicians, all of whom are unionized) http://ciusss-nordmtl.gouv.qc.ca/accueil/ Clinical Dietitian in private practice (2001 to present, evening hours) Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients of all ages, based on each patient’s medical needs, in collaboration with physicians. Typical medical issues I encounter include heart disease, diabetes, gastroenterology, obesity and eating disorders. Chief of Clinical Nutrition Services at Hôpital Sacré-Coeur de Montréal (2007 to 2015) - Lead and coordinate all the activities, nutrition care programs and the entirety of the clinical nutrition team (17 registered dietitians and 13 dietetic technicians, all of whom are unionized) in a major acute care and ultra-specialized multi-location hospital serving over 550 patients (http://hscm.ca). - Provide supervised learning experiences for dietetic interns from Montreal University leading to the successful integration of over 50 stagiaires to date. - Develop and monitor, in collaboration with foodservice manager and staff, procedures for menu selections, meal ticket printing and meal service details. - Develop and provide nutritional education to the hospital staff. - Implement food policy and lead health promotion to all patients, visitors and employees. - Maintain high level of professional development and competency of the staff related to nutrition trends, policy, research and standards of practice. Alumni of the 2012 Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference (http://www.leadershipcanada.ca/) This experience helped me grow as a leader and as an active listener. It gave me tools to create a positive work environment and tricks to better share information while accepting other leaders’ viewpoints graciously. Clinical Dietitian at Montreal Sacre-Coeur Hospital (2001 – 2007) - Coordinated all phases of nutrition care including nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. - Provided courses on healthy cooking practices for outpatients. - Research assistant on punctual medical projects in orthopedics surgery and diabetes medication. Completed two month-long nutrition volunteering missions in West Africa (2001 and 2008) 1) In Benin, with the WHO Collaborating Center on Nutrition Changes and Development - Nutrition counseling and education for endocrinologists at Diabetic Center and National University Hospital. - Educated other registered dietitians and university students on the double burden of malnutrition in Africa. 2) In Burkina Faso, with Montreal University - Helped identify sources of nutriments from impoverished environments. - Promoted red palm oil as a high source of vitamin A to prevent childhood blindness and helped introduce it in their daily school meal. Senior Auditor for Medina Quality Assurance Services (2001 – 2007) (www.medinaquality.com) - Quality assurance & food safety auditor for international providers of in-flight meals for Air