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Vishwa Shah

Auckland

Summary

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a proven track record at self-employment (Selling and Enrolling), specializing in clinical nutrition for chronic disease management. Expert in nutritional assessments and individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes through effective dietary counselling and education. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to fostering positive behavioural changes and improving overall health.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Self-employeed
06.2017 - Current
  • Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized nutritional care plans
  • Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments to identify specific needs and develop tailored interventions accordingly
  • Streamlined documentation process, resulting in more efficient and accurate record-keeping for client files.
  • Developed resources such as informative videos and presentations to enhance patient understanding of complex nutritional concepts.
  • Facilitated group nutrition education sessions, fostering a supportive environment where participants could share experiences and learn from one another.
  • Provided expert guidance during menu planning sessions for institutional settings, ensuring appropriate nutritional content for diverse populations.
  • Served as a reliable source of information and guidance for patients seeking to make informed decisions about their dietary choices.
  • Championed cost-saving initiatives for foodservice operations without compromising quality or safety standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care and support.
  • Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest advances in nutritional science and best practices for patient care.
  • Mentored junior colleagues and provided constructive feedback, helping them grow professionally while maintaining high standards of service delivery within the organization.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent monitoring and adjustment of dietary recommendations based on progress.
  • Influenced positive behavioural change among clients by providing motivational counselling sessions focused on goal-setting, problem-solving, and selfmonitoring.
  • Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition, leading to improved overall health and wellbeing.
  • Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
  • Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
  • Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
  • Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
  • Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
  • Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
  • Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
  • Provided medical nutrition therapy to individuals and groups with chronic illnesses.
  • Collabrated with healthcare professionals in creating nutrition-related treatment plans.

Education

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - NUTRITION & DIETETICS MANAGEMENT

GLOBAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCE
MUMBAI, INDIA
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

K.J SOMAIYA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
MUMBAI, INDIA
12-2018

CERTIFICATION - Clinical Nutrition

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE
INDIANAPOLIS, USA
02-2018

CERTIFICATION - Weight Management Nutrition

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE
INDIANAPOLIS, USA
05-2017

CERTIFICATION - Sports Nutrition

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE
INDIANAPOLIS, USA
05-2017

Skills

  • Clinical nutrition - Diabetes, Cholesterol, Hypertension, Thyroid, PCOS/D, etc Management or Reversal (Depending on case-to-case)
  • Weight management
  • Nutritional assessment & Goal Setting
  • Dietary counselling & Evidence-based advice
  • Enrolling People for Dietary Plans
  • Patient education & Healthy eating tips
  • Individualized support
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Nutrition program management

Timeline

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Self-employeed
06.2017 - Current

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - NUTRITION & DIETETICS MANAGEMENT

GLOBAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCE

Bachelor of Science - ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

K.J SOMAIYA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

CERTIFICATION - Clinical Nutrition

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE

CERTIFICATION - Weight Management Nutrition

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE

CERTIFICATION - Sports Nutrition

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE
Vishwa Shah