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Dietitians in Nutrition Support: DNS PodcastMaximizing Impact: The NDTR's Role in Clinical NutritionHow can NDTRs transform clinical nutrition care and boost RDN productivity? Join us on the DNS Podcast as we chat with Sami Hupp, MS, NDTR, about the critical — and often underappreciated — role of Nutrition and Dietetics Technicians, Registered in healthcare.✨ Delegation strategies that work✨ Enhancing patient outcomes✨ Building stronger nutrition teamsThis episode was recorded 8/4/25 and is hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC. Learn more at dnsdpg.org.
2025-08-1828 min
Dive Into A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Edge-Of-Your-Seat.Conquer the CDR DTR or NDTR Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Dietetic Technician, Registered, or a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered, with the Commission on Dietetic Registration by Philip Martin McCaulayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/124009to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Conquer the CDR DTR or NDTR Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming a Dietetic Technician, Registered, or a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered, with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Author: Philip Martin McCaulay
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 57 mins
Release date: 03-04-25
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Genres: Education & Training
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2025-03-041h 57
Strong + UnfilteredEP 200 Hows your dash going, radial ownership, neignborhood cats and endometriosisSteph is the founder of Empowered Roots Nutrition and a Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR), with a bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. She is set to complete her master's degree this spring, making her eligible to sit for the Registered Dietitian credentialing exam. With more than 10 years of experience in the field of nutrition, Steph has spent most of her career in adult and pediatric acute care settings. She has worked with a wide range of conditions, from infant nutrition to chronic kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, and more. Steph is passionate about making authentic...
2025-02-171h 30Strong + UnfilteredEP 200 Hows your dash going, radial ownership, neignborhood cats and endometriosisSteph is the founder of Empowered Roots Nutrition and a Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR), with a bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. She is set to complete her master's degree this spring, making her eligible to sit for the Registered Dietitian credentialing exam. With more than 10 years of experience in the field of nutrition, Steph has spent most of her career in adult and pediatric acute care settings. She has worked with a wide range of conditions, from infant nutrition to chronic kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, and more. Steph is passionate about making authentic...
2025-02-171h 30
NDTR SpotlightThe best of both worlds: Working as a Remote NDTR and Personal ChefSummary
In this episode of NDTR Spotlight, host Marie-Laurene interviews Ashley Sannitti, a dietetic technician who shares her journey from discovering the NDTR credential to navigating remote education and internships. Ashley discusses her experiences in finding her first job, her current roles as a lifestyle coordinator and personal chef, and the importance of personalization in meal prep. She offers valuable advice for aspiring NDTRs, insights into remote work, and strategies for job applications, all while emphasizing the significance of keeping an open mind in the evolving field of nutrition.
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2024-11-0328 min
NDTR SpotlightOvercoming obstacles with faith and determination. (Diet Technician to Dietitian)Mark is back on the podcast to update the NDTR audience on how is
reaching ambitious goals which including opening a private practice as a
RD and getting a terminal degree.
Summary
In this episode, host Marie Lorraine interviews Mark, a former NDTR who
has transitioned to become a registered dietitian. Mark shares his
experience of obtaining the NDTR credential and how it has impacted his
career. He discusses the benefits of having the NDTR credential during
his dietetic internship and how it prepared him for his role as a
dietitian. Mark also talks about his current work as...
2024-06-1141 min
NDTR SpotlightAchieve Boss Status: Nutritionist's SuccessClimbing to Success as a Diet Technician
In this episode, host Marie-Lorraine interviews Kelly Homer, a Director
of Nutritional Services and an NDTR. Kelly shares her journey of
discovering the NDTR credential and her decision to pursue a career in
food service rather than becoming an RDN. She discusses her experience
passing the NDTR exam and her decision to attend culinary school. Kelly
also talks about her role as a director of nutritional services and the
challenges and rewards of managing a food service department. She shares
her passion for food and her side hustle as a cake business...
2024-04-2230 minNDTR SpotlightFrom Chef to Food Service DirectorIn this Spotlight, Ivan, a director of dietary specialty and food
service, shares his journey from being a chef to becoming an NDTR. He
discusses the importance of food service in long-term care facilities
and the challenges of bringing culinary skills to the field of
dietetics. Ivan emphasizes the significance of quality and cost in food
service and the need for passion and high standards in the kitchen. He
also highlights the importance of feedback and continuous improvement in
providing nutritious and delicious meals to residents. Overall, Ivan's
story showcases the unique perspective and expertise that a culinary
background...
2024-03-1735 min
The RD2BE PodcastThe RD2BE Podcast - Ericha Grace MS, NDTR - Regulatory Scientist in the Food Industry
Welcome back to another week of the RD2BE Podcast! This week, Melissa highlighted Ericha Grace MS, NDTR. Ericha is a nutrition and dietetics technician, registered and regulatory scientist where she provides business support and nutrition labeling expertise for a variety of brands in the food industry. Ericha shares her story and highlights the diverse pathways you can take within the dietetics profession.
Note: opinions expressed by the guest are solely their own and do not represent that views or opinions of their employer
2024-03-1046 min
30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 34/ Going “Beyond the Table” for National Nutrition Month & NDTR Day 2024Wondering what it means to go “beyond the table?” Learn how to participate in this year’s National Nutrition Month celebrations!
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Get 4 FREE Seasonal produce guides- Contact | Anni Weeks
Food for Thought- Adherence to Mediterranean Diet and its main determinants in a sample of Italian adults: results from the ARIANNA cross-sectional survey
Academy Resources- Homepage, National Nutrition Month, RDN Day, NDTR Day
Past Podcast Episodes on this topic- Episode 9, Episode 10, Episode 32
Copy & Plate Blog Posts on the topic- A Busy Dietitian's Guide to National Nutrition Month 2021
2024-03-0521 minNDTR SpotlightEscaping Burnout: How to have a THRIVING Nutrition CareerIn this conversation, Angela Schiz, an NDTR with over 20 years of
experience, shares her journey and success in the field. She discusses
her transition from nursing to nutrition, her work in creating and
successful weight loss programs, and her experience in long-term care.
Angela emphasizes the importance of proving oneself as an NDTR and
advocating for the credential. She encourages NDTRs to enhance their
careers through education and certifications. Angela also highlights the
future outlook for NDTRs and the need for continued advocacy.
Takeaways
Prove yourself as an NDTR by showcasing your skills and expertise in the
field.
Don't...
2024-03-0439 minThe RD2BE PodcastThe RD2BE Podcast - Marie Lorraine Johnson (former NDTR) - Clinical RDN & Founder of NDTR SpotlightWe are excited to continue featuring influential NDTRs and RDNs that are paving the way for increasing awareness and resources in dietetics. This week we sat down with Marie Lorraine Johnson,
MS, RDN, LD, CPT, former NDTR, to share her story and why she founded The NDTR Spotlight.
The NDTR Spotlight aims to...
1. "Inspire students to enter the field of dietetics."
2. "Highlight Diet Technicians contributions to this field."
3. "Inspire current NDTR’s to know their value so they can make valuable changes in the lives of their patients an...
2024-02-0731 minNDTR SpotlightEscape the traditional path: Become a Dietitian without a Bachelor's degreeIn this spotlight we chat with Amanda Allen, an assistant professor at
Cox College. Amanda share Cox Colleges program that offers an
accelerated pathway for individuals interested in becoming dietitians.
The program, which follows the future education model, aims to address
the nationwide shortage of dietitians and make the dietitian credential
more accessible. NDTRs can apply to the program without going through
the DICAS match process and complete the program in three semesters. The
program maintains the quality of education by integrating RDE exam prep
and focusing on practical skills. The semester layout includes classes
and rotations in various...
2024-02-0525 minThe RD2BE PodcastThe RD2BE Podcast - Sami Hupp, NDTR and Owner of BetaCarrotTeenHappy 2024! RD2BE took a little break to recharge and we are excited to kick off the new year introducing a well underrepresented group of dietetics, Nutrition and Dietetics Technicians, Registered (NDTRs)!
We are also introducing a new podcast co-host, Melissa Shaban, NDTR, who is also an RD2BE and currently a graduate student. In this episode, we highlight NDTRs, specifically Sami Hupp, who has painted a well defined career path in the dietetics field. Learn more about what all this credential has to offer!
2024-01-2845 minNDTR SpotlightDesire for Excellence: The Top Awards for Diet Technicians2024 is the year for NDTRs to stand out. Awards are a great way to highlight your skill set. In this spotlight, Sami, who is on the Honors Committee, discussed the awards available to Diet Technicians through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Information on Awards:
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2024-01-2224 min
Dietary DialogueDawn Matusz- Food and Nutrition PolicyYou can submit your questions using the form linked here-
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Timestamps:
0:41 What can students do to be involved in nutrition public policy?
7:13 What would be your advice for students that want to become teachers?
12:40 Why did you choose to become an NDTR?
16:47 What is it like being a doctoral student?
20:50 What do you hope to accomplish after graduating with your doctorate degree?
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2023-11-2229 min30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 25/ NDTR Talk- Shining a Spotlight on the Value of NDTRs with Marie Lorraine Johnson MS, RDN, LD, CPTInterested in pursuing the NDTR credential as a career, or as a stepping stone to becoming a dietitian? This is the episode for you! Explore your options as dietitian Marie Lorraine Johnson shares her path to becoming an RD, and why diet techs still have a special place in her heart.
To make this episode a 30-minute listen:
Skip to 5:41 for “Currently Craving”
Learn More About Marie-
Visit the NDTR Spotlight website and Instagram
Visit Marie’s Instagram
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2023-10-1036 min
NDTR SpotlightBecoming a NDTR after completing the DIETETIC Internship? -Olaide Owokoniran NDTR SpotlightFor Olaide Owokoniran the NDTR was a second chance when it looked like she had no other options. Listen to learn how a graduate school and dietitian intern graduate benefited from the obtaining the NDTR credential.
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2023-09-1827 min
NDTR SpotlightA New Pathway to RDN?- The Dietitian LabDiet Technicians who have thought becoming a Registered Dietitian this episode is for you! Brooke from The Dietitian Lab shares an exciting new pathway to the Dietitian Credential.
Brooke is currently walking through this pathway and is building a one on one coaching business helping others navigate this new accessible path. In other words she is an expert on the subject. This episode may help you reach a goal that was once unrealistic.
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2023-06-1528 min30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 21/ NDTR Talk- How (& Where) to Find Diet Tech JobsWondering where (or even how) to find jobs as a new NDTR? Here are the top tips for searching for, and finding, your ideal position as a diet tech or nutrition entrepreneur.
Related Links
Weird Food News- Food values and personality traits in the United States and Norway
Commission on Dietetic Registration- NDTR registry statistics
Nutrition Jobs
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2023-06-0629 min
NDTR SpotlightBuilding Rapport with Patients in unfamiliar Settings - Carmen J. Baldwin NDTRCarmen J. Baldwin interest in becoming a Nutritionist, Diet Technician Registered (NDTR) was sparked when she saw Diet Technicians hard at work at a Women's Infant and Children (WIC) Clinic. Baldwin has a undeniable talent to build rapport in unfamiliar settings and simplify complicated nutrition messaging. She enhanced this talent by getting a degree in Health Communications. Her skills landed her a job working as a NDTR for an insurance company and a spot on the Board Advisor for the Milwaukee Area Technically College Dietetics Technicians.
She, like many NDTR's worth spotlighting, is an active member in the Academy...
2023-05-1144 min30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 17/ NDTR Talk- You Graduated! Now What? (4 Tips To Help You Decide Your Next Steps)Wondering what to do after graduation when you didn’t get an internship or opportunity you wanted? Hope is not lost! Listen for my top four tips for recent grads, especially those wondering what their next steps are.
Interested in taking the NDTR test? Listen to Episode 13 for test taking tips. Visit https://www.anniweeks.com/ for more information and to get in contact with me.
2023-05-0320 min
Conversations with Anne Elizabeth#287 - Annika Weeks, NDTRConversation 287: The Story, Journey and Passion of Annika Weeks, NDTR
Today’s conversation with Annika Weeks, a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered who while studying nutrition in college was faced with her own health issues and had to make a decision about her future. She fell in love with being a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered. She saw a need for credible health resources and a patient and as a professional, found a love for copywriting and the rest is history. She calls herself a digital diet tech and has created her own business focused on copywriting ser...
2023-05-0248 min
NDTR SpotlightSimplifying Nutrition Education for all ages.As a Nutrition Education Specialist for the SNAP Education Program in South Carolina Joy spends her days educating elementary age and adult students on how to eat healthy.
Being an Academy member has been beneficial for her career. She has utilizing resources such as the nutrition magazine and was a recipient of Dietetic Technician of the Year for the 2020 SCAND).
Joy's career is continuing to expand as she is working with a grant to educate the public on how they can become properly credentialed Nutritionist, and has her eye set on the RDN credential.
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2023-04-1043 min
NDTR SpotlightHow a Diet Technician is Inspiring the next generation of Nutrition ProfessionalsRose has many opportunities to invest in the next generation of nutrition professionals. Her jobs as a Food Equity Program Manager and a Nutrition and Dietetics Club Advisor allows her to inspire future NDTRs and RDNs.
Rose is passionate about sustainability; she is currently pursing her MBA in Sustainability Leadership and a M.S.in Sustainable Food-systems.
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2023-03-3126 min30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 13/ NDTR Talk- How I Decided to Become an NDTR (& Tips for Taking the Test)Curious about how I became an NDTR? Learn more in this episode, including some tips for taking the credentialing exam.
Related Links
Exam Edge Practice Test
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EPISODE 2/ The Difference Between Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Nutritionists
CDR Test Preparation and Study Guides
DTR Exam Overview
DTR EXAM PASS/FAIL STATISTICS
2023-03-2817 min
NDTR SpotlightUncovering the Inspiration Behind Nutritionist Diet Technician Registered DayThe creation of NDTR day didn't happen on its own. Bekah Blank NDTR, a member of the Academy, shares some behind the scenes about the creation of this day.
Bekah also shares how being a academy member as a Diet Technician helped
her with the creation of her first job post gradation. If you want to
hear more about her career tune into this episode: https://youtu.be/RMwIOI1mfxg
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2023-03-2419 min
NDTR SpotlightUnlock Your Career as a Diet Technician! From Sports Nutrition to University LecturerAfter not getting into a Dietetic Internship Christopher Mills MPH, NDTR, CSCS thought his nutrition career was over. However, in 2010 he was offered a second opportunity through the NDTR credential. He soon rejoined the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as credentialed professional and his career took off.
The networking and resources from the Academy helped him dive into sports nutrition, allowed him to become the recipient of the 2021 Recognized Nutrition and Dietetics Technician of the Year Award with the Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and helped him find he current position as a Lecturer at University of Arizona...
2023-03-1738 min
NDTR SpotlightEricha Grace: A Strong Voice for Diet TechniciansEricha Grace MS, NDTR holds the position, NDTR Chair for the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. In this role she uses her voice in mighty ways to represent and speak for NDTRs. Tune in to hear what she has been doing to support the Diet Technicians of Pennsylvania, and why she thinks NDTRs should join the Academy.
Outside of her position Ericha works as a Nutrition Scientist.
To hear about her career check out her spotlight:
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2023-03-1046 min30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 9/ NDTR Talk - Get Ready for the First Ever NDTR Day!Do NDTRs have their own day? They do now! Learn all about NDTR day in this week’s episode.
Weird Food News- Prunes for energy
For More Information on NDTR Day visit eatright.org.
Related Links- EPISODE 2/ The Difference Between Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Nutritionists
2023-02-2818 min
NDTR SpotlightTube feeds: Doing them as a Diet Technician - E. Marsha Reeves, DTR, CDM, CFPPOn the surface long term care may not be the most exciting position for a NDTR. However, it can lead to wonderful career of flexibility and growth. E. Marsha Reeves is an example of all you can do in this niche. As a clinical NDTR Marsha monitored her own patients and did tube feeds, and now as a Food Service director Marsha ensures her kitchen is running smoothy and that residents are feed. Listen to hear the details of her story. Details that are sure to inspire you.
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2023-02-1629 min
NDTR SpotlightThe easiest way to get CEU's - NDTR SpotlightIn this Spotlight, we sat down with a CEU's expert and the founder of Continuing Education 360 Dr Carol Jong.
Continuing Education 360 is an online platform founded by like minded nutrition professionals with the mission to provide diet technicians the ability to get CEUs anytime anywhere!
Make sure to listen for a discount code that Continuing Education provided for the NDTR spotlight audience.
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2023-01-3119 min30-Minute NutritionEPISODE 4/ NDTR Talk - Competence vs. ConfidenceDo you need both competence and confidence to be a nutrition entrepreneur? Find out in our first NDTR Talk episode!
Related Links
Essential Practice Competencies
Scope of Practice for the Dietetic Technician, Registered
2023-01-3110 min
NDTR SpotlightHow To Become A Diet Technician - 3 Simple StepsDo you want to be a Diet Technician? If so, then this video is for you! In this video, we'll discuss the steps needed to become a Diet Technician, and explain how this career can help you achieve your goals. Watch the video to learn more about this exciting career opportunity!
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2023-01-1304 min
NDTR SpotlightTaking a year to be a Stay at Home Mom- Misha Harris NDTRHave you thought of taking a step away from your career to enjoy being a mom?
It can be very scary to step away from the work force. Misha is at the end being a stay at home mother and wife.
In this podcast Misha shares how being a NDTR helped her as a mother and how becoming a mother is changing her career path for the better.
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2022-11-0743 min
NDTR SpotlightStarting a Private Practice as a Student Brianna Cannova, NDTR, CPT- NDTR SpotlightStart your private practice now! Why wait? Brianna Cannova, NDTR, CPT did not wait, she began her private practice while she was still a student! Listen to the interview as Brianna shares how she took the plunge to started her private practice and gained her first few clients.
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2022-08-1949 min
NDTR SpotlightA Chat with a Nutrition Coach: Gintare Balseviciute - NDTR SpotlightFind us online: ndtrspotlight.com
It is time NDTR audience to sit down with a nutritionist. Gintare takes the time to explain how her own health journey inspired her to begin to help other people. Gintara took the time to dive into research and learn how ketogenic/low carb diet can benefit in improving health outs come for people in London, Englands.
Let's put aside our pride and learn from a friend who shares the same passion we for Nutrition.
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2022-07-3032 min
NDTR SpotlightNutritionist vs NDTR the name matters- NDTR SpotlightShop Merch: Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.com/
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Let's have the conversation about the name- NDTR. Not many people know what a NDTR is but the term nutritionist is widespread. What if we shift our approach. Instead of trying to educate people on what a NDTR is, can we call ourselves nutritionist... then once they see progress with working with a NDTR, they will understand the value of how a NDTR education sets us NDTR's apart. Think about it!
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2022-07-2308 min
Aging Today Podcast6/27/22: Cindy Heilman, MSFN, NDTR, FAND from Kind Dining | Redefining Your Dining Experience | Aging Today with Mark TurnbullThis week on the Aging today podcast, I interviewed Cindy Heilman, MSFN, NDTR, FAND Owner of Higher Standards LLC DBA Kind Dining & Creator of Kind Dining. She discusses redefining your dining experience. The most successful Senior Living Communities are building relationships around the table. On Aging Today, Cindi Heilman, of Kind Dining joins us to discuss the dining experience to reduce the epidemic of loneliness, isolation, and feelings of not belonging. Her proven staff training is a direct route to improved clinical outcomes and profitability. The "Kiind Dining" room experience is an intentional culture. Tune in and hear how Cindi's...
2022-06-271h 13
NDTR SpotlightGetting into a Dietetic Internship after 6 years as a NDTR Almarie Talavera, NDTRShop Merch: Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.c...
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Almarie hit the ground running as a NDTR, landing a job in school nutrition. In one year she build 7 school gardens.
She then took time working in the Food service as a purchasing manager.
Throughout her 6 years as working as a NDTR Almarie never let herself settle she is constantly pushed herself to grow. Becoming a better, leader, communicator, organizer and nutrition professional.
She is now on her way to start her paid dietetic i...
2022-06-1054 min
NDTR SpotlightThe Journey to becoming a full time private practice NDTR with Natalie Rose, NDTR - nopeShop Merch: Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.com/all Find us online: ndtrspotlight.com
Can you do everything you want to do as an NDTR?
This is a question most NDTR's have to ask when deciding to stay a NDTR or continuing on to becoming a RDN.
The answer for Natalie Rose was simple... it was yes. She could work in food service, she could start and run a successful consultation business for two years, she could relocate to an area with trees and mountains, she could work in a clinical setting, she could...
2022-05-1750 min
NDTR SpotlightIs the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics finally recognizing the NDTR credential?2023 will be the first year where NDTR's will have their own day in National Nutrition Month to celebrate. When the news was released it was greeted with joy and a little skepticism. So we reached out to the Academy to ask some questions.
Was this going to be the only recognition NDTR's get? Or was this the first of many steps to begin giving proper recognition to NDTR's?
Lori Wright Academy Spokes person sat down with me and addressed these questions.
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2022-04-2917 min
NDTR SpotlightThe Benefits of working at WICShow off your NDTR credential. Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.com/all
If you are a NDTR you most likely heard or had experiencing interning or spending a day at a WIC Clinic. It is a very common job prospect, and because of this it can have a stigma of being an "easy" and not an exciting job.
However, NDTR spotlight has had the privilege of spotlighting a few NDTR's who have had spent some time working at WIC.
In this episode we highlight two former NDTR's who share their exper...
2022-04-0115 min
NDTR SpotlightNDTR's speaking up on Instagram & New Merch!It is National Nutrition month! There are countless ways to celebrate; for NDTR's that including speaking up to the lack of representation NDTR's often seen this month.
Our voice was heard, but the Merch didn't change... so we have solutions for you.
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2022-03-0506 min
NDTR SpotlightSpeaking at FNCE as an NDTR Lori Klein, NDTR, MPH: Nutrition- NDTR SpotlightThis podcast has made it! I am so excited to announce that this episode features Lori Klein, the only NDTR who spoke at FNCE 2021! Lori is an extremely accomplished NDTR. Entering the field of Dietetics to complement her career in yoga. Lori has gained her Bachelors of Science, MPH and is currently pursing her EDd or doctorate in Education.
She currently works as an adjust professor and is a daily example to so many students of the value of the NDTR credential.
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2022-02-1831 min
NDTR SpotlightWorking as a Nutrition Scientist at Campbell Soup, Ericha Grace, MS, NDTR- NDTR SpotlightDISCLAIMER "Opinions expressed by the guest are solely their own and do not express the views or opinions of their employer.
An internship is what lead Ericha to find a hidden path in the NDTR world. Her senior year of undergraduate school she had the opportunity to intern at Campbell Soup. Her role involved helping the company implement the new food label changes that were put out by the FDA in 2016. As a result she found that she loved to work in the food industry. Today Ericha has worked on hundreds of products making sur...
2022-02-051h 05
NDTR SpotlightStarting at WIC and Moving to Clinical- Mariah Altman, RDN, NDTR- NDTR SpotlightMariah also known as @onesassyavocado on Instagram put her RDN goals on hold to take time to get married after completing her BS in Nutrition. The time to celebrate life's treasures was well worth.
Not only has she become an RDN but she gained valuable experience as an NDTR at WIC which counted as hours in her internship program, provided time to build valuable relationship, and allowed her to land a job as an NDTR working in clinical prior to passing her RDN exam.
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2022-01-2137 min
NDTR SpotlightBuilding a Career at WIC - Amanda Kennedy, MS, NDTR, CLC - NDTR SpotlightAmanda took one of the few days she had off from her Dietetic Internship to chat about starting her career at WIC as a NDTR. Since the start of her career Amanda has been excelling. Shortly after starting at WIC she earned her CLC credential, began mentoring nutrition students and got accepted into the very competitive WIC Dietetic Internship. Amanda shares the ins and outs of how she got the job right after graduating, the countless benefits that come with working at WIC, and her future goals.
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2022-01-0727 min
NDTR SpotlightWhen Roots Grow, you Bloom -Mariah McDaniel, DTR (she/her)- NDTR SpotlightMariah worked in foodservice at her college for four years as an undergraduate student. Staying committed to one job allowed her to be in the right place at the right time with the right relationships. Her senior year the RD internship was not a plausible idea; however, the NDTR route was, and she had been working along side one for the past 4 years.
The NDTR who was there was moving away and there was a job opportunity waiting for her. She passed her exam and has worked the past 4 years as a NDTR. In this time she has...
2021-12-0336 min
NDTR SpotlightStarting at the NDTR and reaching for a PhD Jenni Lee MS -NDTR SpotlightJenni is currently pursing her PhD. However, the NDTR was a valuable stop along the journey, and is even helping her now after completing her Dietetic Internship!
Listen as Jenni explains why she went the NDTR route, how her education lead her to her unlikely passion: Food Service.
Find Jenni instagram: @Nutritionwithjenni
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2021-11-1225 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to emphasize the NDTR credential in a resume and cover letter- NDTR SpotlightProblem: No one knows what the NDTR credential is!?
Solution: Showcase it correctly in a cover letter and resume
Anna has mixed her passion for English and Dietetics by helping nutrition professionals create engaging resumes and cover letters that make them stand out and land the job interview. In this podcast she shares tips and tricks that specially for NDTRs that you won't hear anywhere else!
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2021-11-0539 min
NDTR SpotlightLanding Dream Jobs as a NDTR- Pause and ReviewFour great interviews the last two months. If these interested clips interest you make sure to check out the full interviews.
Training RDNs as a NDTR- Kathryn Oliver, DTR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhswzLpzWeo
An outside perspective on the NDTR credential - Mark Abesamis, BS, AS, PTA, ACE-CPT, NHA-CET https://youtu.be/eugzYVnDu1o
Promoting the NDTR credential as a RD- Marie Lorraine Johnson RD, MS, CPT NDTR https://youtu.be/fOc_Sqvql70
Tutoring NDTRS and creating your own job Rebekah Blank, NDTR, CHN https://youtu.be/RMwIOI1mfxg
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2021-10-2207 min
NDTR SpotlightWhen Passion and Curiosity Combine ~Hayley AustinThe introduction to nutrition for a lot of Americans is through the great wide web and weight loss programs. The very thing NDTRs are working hard to reeducate the misinformation given out by countless weight loss programs. However, for the individuals working in these fields, some of them have a true heart for nutrition. Hayley was one of them, a diamond in the ruff! She had the passion to change peoples life through nutrition AND had the curiosity to find out how to do it correctly, which lead her to the NDTR credential. After 5 years of completing an...
2021-10-2234 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to speak at FNCEAfter countless spotlights it is evident that NDTR's know how to think outside the box. Which is why it was a no brainer to create a short video discussing how to submit a proposal to speak at FNCE. Submission happen every year between September to November.
So there is still time this year, or you can plan ahead for FNCE 2023!
See the link below for more details https://eatrightfnce.org/program/present-fnce/
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2021-10-1604 min
NDTR SpotlightTraining RDNs as a NDTR- Kathryn Oliver, DTRHow do you end up in a position where you are training RDNs?
Experience, networking and not giving up. Kathy is an amazing example of a NDTR who has broke the glass ceiling for NDTR's, all with an associates degree!
Listen or watch her story here, and check or read her feature on Diet tech Central, linked below
Kathy's Featured on Diet Tech Central https://www.diettechcentral.com/dtr-spotlight-child-nutrition-program-representativeschool-food-specialist/
CEUs put out on School Nutrition
https://diet-tech-central.thinkific.com/courses/dietetic-technician-virtual-summit-working-in-school-nutrition https://diet-tech-central.thinkific.com/courses/dietetic-technician-virtual-summit-2019 Enjoyed this interview? ...
2021-10-0149 min
NDTR SpotlightNDTR's Featured at FNCE 2021 Conference- NDTR SpotlightIf you are as curious as I am to see if NDTR's will be featured at the FNCE conference this year, make sure to give this podcast a listen.
Resources:
https://eatrightfnce.org/presenters/1262491/
https://eatrightfnce.org/sessions/1606687/
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2021-09-2509 min
NDTR SpotlightAn outside perspective on the NDTR credential - Mark Abesamis, BS, AS, PTA, ACE-CPT, NHA-CETWould you get the NDTR credential during your dietetic internship?
This is what Mark is doing. Learning about the NDTR credential late into his bachelors degree Mark still found value in the credential. Fully transparent Mark takes the time to explain how he is managing being in a dietetic internship, studying for the NDTR exam, getting a master degree in nutrition and a doctorate in Occupational Therapy!
With his diverse interest/experience Mark shares an eye opening perspective on diversity in the field of dietetics.
Lastly, Mark took the time to talk about someth...
2021-09-1755 min
NDTR SpotlightDigital Credentials for NDTRs- Are they helpful?Have you seen the new Digital Credentials that CDR has created for NDTR's! In the past week they have picked up steam with more and more NDTR's sharing their credentials.
In this podcast I share NDTR's first thoughts, and the benefits I have already seen from utilizing this new way to share what you can do with others.
See what the CDR has to say about them:
https://www.cdrnet.org/digitalcredential
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2021-09-1010 min
NDTR SpotlightPromoting the NDTR credential as an RD- Marie Lorraine RD, MS, CPT NDTR Spotlight Season 2-10This week we are spotlighting Marie Lorraine, founder and host of NDTR Spotlight. Happy to share her story, she talks about how she happened upon the credential, the jobs she worked and the differences between the NDTR and RD exam. Even though she recently became a RD, she still plans to promote the NDTR credential and even shares one way she has been able to since becoming a RD.
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2021-09-0315 min
NDTR SpotlightTutoring NDTRS and creating your own job Rebekah Blank, NDTR, CHN- NDTR Spotlight season 2 ep 9Bekah completed her NDTR internship during the Covid pandemic. The hard work she put in during her internship paid off; not only did she pass her NDTR exam after studying for 5 days, but during her internship she wrote a grant, that turned into her first job. Bekah, has a great focus on the NDTR exam. Not only does she offer NDTR tutoring but she was recently on a panel to help with exam development for the NDTR exam! If you are interested in getting tutoring by an NDTR who understands the test email her asap while she is still acc...
2021-08-1332 min
NDTR SpotlightThe challenges of Working with Clients NDTR Spotlight- Pause and ReviewTime to look back at our past 4 episodes. Working with a diverse pool of clients/patients came up in each episode, either from the client/patient perspective or the NDTR perspective. If these clips spike your interest make sure to check out there full episodes.
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2021-08-0609 min
NDTR SpotlightInformatics the upcoming niche in Dietetics - Sabrina Matlock BAS, NDTR, CAPM- NDTR Spotlight 2-8Sabrina was committed keeping up her NDTR credential even when she could not find work in the field. Her Perseverance, curiosity and strategic planning lead her to pursing a degree in Health Informatics and Health Information Management. Opening the door to a niche that combines informatics and nutrition. Check out the interview to see how she fell upon this niche and to find up to date resources on this emerging field in dietetics, from a DTR perspective!
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2021-07-3142 min
NDTR SpotlightAre additional Credentials Worth it? - NDTR Scope of Practice mini seriesIs adding another credential a waste of money, or can it actually help you?
Article: https://jandonline.org/article/S2212-2672(17)31628-3/fulltext.
Here are episodes that feature NDTR's who have additional credentials
SNS
Courtney Morabito, MBA, NDTR https://youtu.be/ujbigcN1EyE
Health Coach
Drisana Clifton, MPH, NDTR: https://youtu.be/H7ERafRpkzo
Sonja Love NDTR: https://youtu.be/iizCmlR-4l0
Lauryn Briones, NDTR https://youtu.be/cY7djoR6fkk
Certified Personal trainer
Moriah Duhadway, NDTR, CPT: https://youtu.be/ONpzOYOqxPg
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2021-07-2309 min
NDTR SpotlightRoad less traveled & Creating Puree Diets- Emily Schumaker, NDTR - NDTR Spotlight Season 2-7Emily knew she was going to become an NDTR before she graduated from her undergraduate program. Her decision to become an NDTR lead her to a solo path, as her classmates pursued the RD credential. However, her decision to become a NDTR has been eventful and fulfilling. In the short time she has been an NDTR Emily has had the opportunity to create a puree diet from scratch at the hospital where she works, and successfully set up a distance internship to pursue her RD credential.
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2021-07-1644 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to have a fruitful career as a NDTR LaVonda Avery, BS, NDTR- NDTR Spotlight 2-6LaVonda is the perfect example of what a successful and exciting career could look like for a NDTR. LaVonda began her career in nutrition working in public health, but wanted to expand her scope of practice and became a NDTR in 2005. She quickly began networking and seeking out volunteer opportunities which allowed her to get her name out and find jobs at a YMCA, in research, in doctors officers. Her hard work as a NDTR and her passion to increase awareness of NDTR's was recognized by the academy of nutrition and dietetics with the NDTR of the year award. T...
2021-07-0145 min
NDTR SpotlightTaking steps with the Future in Mind Jolanta Nowobilski, BS, NDTR, NDTR Spotlight 2-5Jolanta's journey to becoming a NDTR was put on hold due to Covid. However, the pause Covid caused in her life did not slow her down. In the extra time Jolanta became very active on social media creating carbediemnutrition and finding a community of NDTRs online. She recently was able to land two jobs. She is now working in school nutrition and as a dietary assistant at an eating disorders clinic. Jolanta, is keeping her end goals in mind: moving up to a managerial position at her food service job and becoming a dietitian in the future. Full of ambi...
2021-06-2427 min
NDTR SpotlightPause and Review -NDTR credential opening doors - NDTR SpotlightTime it pause and review and look at some highlights from our last four guest. There was a continuous theme of the NDTR opening doors, including... getting into DI programs, getting really good nutrition experience and breaking into the field of nutrition at an expert level where you can be a valuable asset to a dietitian.
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2021-06-1709 min
NDTR SpotlightThinking Outside of the box Digital diet Tech Annika Carlson Weeks, BS NDTR- NDTR SpotlightDue to an invisible illness Anni was forced to think outside the box, and quickly found a world of opportunity as a NDTR. She found that being a NDTR was not a stepping stone but a destination. With this mindset she created the business "Anni Weeks" in 2019 which has quickly become a thriving digital diet tech business.
Find Anni Online www.anniweeks.com, Instagram- @anniweeksnutrition
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2021-06-1053 min
NDTR SpotlightNDTR Scope of Practice - Can you work independently?Understanding scope of practice as a NDTR can be hard. In this video I review 11 questions out out by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for a NDTR to ask themselves to see if they can work without a RD.
References: Article: https://jandonline.org/article/S2212-2672(17)31628-3/fulltext
State licensure: https://www.eatrightpro.org/advocacy/licensure/licensure-map
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2021-06-0316 min
NDTR SpotlightNDTR credential just as good as a high gpa? ~ Caitlin Patrick, BS, NDTR, NDTR Spotlight season 2-3Caitlin began her schooling in nutrition with the NDTR credential in mind. Having to work full time to support herself through school her gpa suffered. However, her willingness to work hard and study paid off. She simultaneously applied to dietetic internships and studied for the NDTR credential. The credential helped her to feel more confident in her applications and even got her a pay raise as her job as a milk tech. Make sure to watch to interview to hear the intricate details of the crazy process Caitlin just completed.
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2021-05-2738 min
NDTR SpotlightCombining community and clinical nutrition as a NDTR- Aaron Stock, NDTR ~ NDTR Spotlight Season 2-2Aaron decided to get his NDTR post graduation after his professor pointed him to the credential. As a NDTR Aaron has worked in clinical healthcare and is know working with project angle creating meals for patients with various health complications ranging from diabetes to cardiovascular disease. Project Angle Heart believes that food is medicine allowing Aaron to mix his love for clinical nutrition with community nutrition. Make sure to check out https://www.projectangelheart.org/ They have countless volunteer opportunities! Enjoyed this interview? Make sure to give it a thumbs up and share it! Follow us instagram @ndtrspotlight Sign up for e...
2021-05-2027 min
NDTR SpotlightEnhancing your resume with the NDTR credential ~ Bryan Pepito NDTR Spotlight Season 2-1Bryan became a NDTR after graduating with his bachelors degree. He decided to get the NDTR credential to enhance his resume and find valuable experiences in the workforce before applying for graduate school.
Make sure to listen to the interview to hear how he passed the NDTR exam, what he did with the DTR exam and how is has enhanced his experience in graduate school.
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2021-05-1330 min
Conversations with Anne Elizabeth#208 - Marie Johnson, NDTR and RD2BeConversation 208: The Story, Journey and Passion of Marie Johnson, NDTR and RD2Be
Today’s conversation is with Marie Johnson, a registered Diet Technician and RD2Be who is on a mission to spread awareness about nutrition professionals who are working out in the field but go unnoticed and they are registered Diet Technicians through her platform and podcast NDTR Spotlight. She shares the stories and journeys of these nutrition professionals who have taken the time to learn nutrition from an accredited program, pass the DTR exam and are currently practicing in a variety of settings.
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2021-04-0638 min
NDTR SpotlightClinical, Corrections & Substance Abuse Nutrition with Sami Hupp NDTR ~ NDTR Spotlight ep 20Sami Hupp NDTR is a perfect example of how you can use your DTR credential to the max and have a fulfilling career. After Sami Hupp completed her associated degree and became a NDTR she landed a job in corrections. After two years of gaining experience and growing her skills, new life blessings, lead her to reapply to her current clinical job. Sami works along side RD's as a valid team member, screening patients, completing nutrition assessments, recommending supplements and so much more. If this is not enough Sami began a wellness coaching business during covid where she specialized in...
2021-04-0148 min
NDTR SpotlightBuilding your Professional Brand to advance your career -Brooke Schantz Fosco, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN -NDTR SpotlightBrooke is a RD who has a passion for helping DTR's and RD's find fulfilling careers and not get stuck in a "DTR/RD graveyard". She runs an instagram page @bitchinnutrition where she post helpful tips and advice for career advancement as well as provide career coaching with the goal to keep nutrition professionals passionate about their job. In this interview Brooke talks about resumes, networking, the best areas of nutrition for a DTR to advance in and so much more.
Brooks Instagram @BitchinNutrition
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2021-03-2528 min
NDTR SpotlightThinking outside the box and starting a private practice Sonja Love NDTR ~ NDTR Spotlight ep 18Sonja Love learned that she could do nutrition coaching right before she graduated from a NDTR program. Sonja's ability to punch fear in the face and network any and everywhere has allowed her to grow a successful coaching business.
Find Sonja Love online: https://www.facebook.com/LoveNutritionCoaching
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2021-03-1839 min
NDTR SpotlightStarting a Private Practice During Covid- NDTR SpotlightAfter leaving her job at WIC Irene found herself with the unexpected gift of time, that Covid granted to many. She was quick to make use of her time and decided to start her own private practice. Listen along as Irene shares how her experience at WIC helped craft her private practice, how she figured out her scope and is a NDTR who is contributing positively to the conversation on Race in America and Nutrition
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2021-03-1143 min
NDTR SpotlightHow the NDTR credential can advance your career. Jan/Feb Pause and ReviewTime to pause and review as we look at some highlight from out last four interviewees.
Check out their full interviews
Courtney Morabito, MBA, NDTR, SNS, FAND: https://youtu.be/ujbigcN1EyE
Yolanda Vasquez, NDTR: https://youtu.be/xDe5iAC8Tg8
Dawn Anderson, NDTR, CIP: https://youtu.be/hOdZ8-n1CUkLauryn Briones, NDTR: https://youtu.be/cY7djoR6fkk
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2021-03-0410 min
NDTR SpotlightBecoming an NDTR during a Gap Year ~Dawn Anderson, NDTR, CIP- NDTR Spotlight ep 16After a successful career in Research Dawn decided to take a step toward her passion and begin the journey to becoming a Dietitian. However, the NDTR route became of interest as a way to stay in the student mindset, when taking a year off to save for her internship and potentially find work experience. Dawn quickly found that there were not many DTR jobs in her state. Despite this, she has not regretted getting this credential, make sure to watch the interview to find out why
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2021-02-2543 min
NDTR SpotlightExpanding your scope of practice as a Certified Health Coach ~Lauryn Briones, NDTR ep 15Lauryn Briones, NDTR became an NDTR and health coach in NDTR. As a NDTR/Health coach her mission is to "help busy women find freedom from diets, binge/emotional eating, and find self-love + confidence again."
Lauryn Website:
https://laurynbwellness.com/on
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurynbwellness/
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2021-02-1116 min
NDTR SpotlightSetting Goals and Sticking to them NDTR to RD - Yolanda Vasquez NDTR- ep 14Yolanda has moved through her career by setting goals. As a DTR she worked to get working experience in food service, clinical and community nutrition before starting her dietetic internship. Yolanda ability to stick to her goals, and not get stuck is sure to motivate you to keep pushing to reach your own goals.
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2021-02-0532 min
NDTR SpotlightFeeding America's Youth and Being a Voice for NDTR's - Courtney Morabito, MBA, NDTR, SNS, FAND ep 13Courtney was determined to become a RD in high school. However, she did not get accepted into a dietetic internship. This was clearly a blessing in disguise, as she has found a fulfilling career as a DTR in school nutrition, and has been a key factor in the feeding of countless children. Outside of her job she has also took the role to be a voice for DTR's in the academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
If you want to join the academy of Nutrition and dietetics and get on Courneys email list visit
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2021-01-2832 min
NDTR SpotlightGrowing on Youtube as an NDTR with Vanessa Joseph LPN- NDTR Spotlight Ep 12This week we are spotlighting Vanessa Joseph, LPN, pending NDTR. Vanessa, graduated from a Diet Technician Program May of 2020, and has been creating informative nutrition content on her Youtube Channel, instagram page and blog. She even has a ebook called: Acid Reflux My Story: Plan and Overcome!
Vanessa's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4o8HWe23Wp-PpO1iIHa01Q
Find her online at https://yournutritionhealth.com/nutrition/
Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/Acid-Reflux-My-Story-Overcome-ebook/dp/B07MHBXKFZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=my+story+with+reflux&qid=1610573535&sr=8-1 Enjoyed this interv...
2021-01-2028 min
NDTR SpotlightNutrition Blogging and Food Safety with Jani H. Leuschel MS, NDTR Ep 11This week we are spotlighting Jani. Jani entered the field of dietetics later in life coming from a successful career in fitness and editing. She had goals of becoming an RD but found that the DTR credential was what she needed to begin her nutrition blog, food hall by Jani.
Jani was gracious enough to provide a free copy of her anti inflammatory salad recipe book to the NDTR audience.
Click the link for your own copy: https://mailchi.mp/38a8d6a5b287/mini-ebook-of-anti-inflammatory-salad-recipes.
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2021-01-1930 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to successfully transition from a NDTR to a RD with All Access Dietetics- NDTR Spotlight Ep 10This week we got to chat with Jenny Westerkamp, RD, CSSD, founder of All Access Dietetics, about the transition from NDTR to RD, a switch that is common for many DTR's. Are you making/have you made this transition? Let us know in the comments below!
All Access Dietetic provides both free and paid services to help navigate the process of becoming a RD. Make sure to check out their website to see the variety of services they offer! https://www.allaccessdietetics.com/ Enjoyed this interview?
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2021-01-1821 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to succeed as a NDTR student- Isabella McDannell -NDTR Spotlight Ep 9This week we are spotlighting Isabella McDannell Isabella is one semester away from graduating with her associates degree and sitting for the NDTR exam! In this interview Bells shines light how to she gets involved in her school, how she juggles online practicums, mom life and a part time job. She also shares desire and to work with the LGBTQ community.
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2021-01-1629 min
NDTR SpotlightPrivate Practice and other jobs a DTR can do- Priscilla Askew NDTRThis week we are spotlighting Priscilla Askew Priscilla is forever expanding her scope of practice as a DTR. Priscilla has her own successful business as a private practice NDTR and works with the American Heart Association. Make sure to check out the interview to see how she juggles it all, and to get a better idea of what you can do with a DTR credential.
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2021-01-1535 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to find your Nutrition Niche on Instagram-Tayler Silfverduk, DTR -NDTR Spotlight Ep 7This week we are spotlighting Tayler Silfverduk also known as celicadietian on instagram. Tayler shares how she found her niche on instagram, how she found unique jobs as a DTR and has set herself up to have a impactful private practice when she completes her Dietetic Internship this January 2021
Contact Tayler Instagram @celiacdietitian
Email: Tayler.silfverduk@gmail.com
Resources Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia: https://amzn.to/2USJ6GFEatright.org (Evidence Analysis Library) Dietetic Intern, DTR or RD = )
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2021-01-1429 min
NDTR SpotlightHow to have a fulfilling career as a DTR, Drisana Clifton, MPH, NDTRThis week we are spotlighting Drisana Clifton. Initially she had the goal of becoming a RD but quickly found great satisfaction in staying a DTR. As a DTR she expanded her scope of practice by earning her Masters of Public Health and has taken on the leadership role as chair for the DTR subunit group in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. What she has done as a NDTR has not gone unnoticed. She recently Received the Excellence in Practice Award from the academy in 2019 for Dietetic Technician, Registered category!
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2021-01-1341 min
NDTR SpotlightFrom Recreation and Leisure to Nutrition and Dietetics Jessica SuraciToday we spotlight a star dietetic student. She has a B.S in Recreation and Leisure but after working in her originally field decided to completely change careers and turn her passion into her career! She is currently in a NDTR program, the first step toward her reaching to becoming a Dietitian. Enjoyed this interview? Make sure to give it a thumbs up and share it!
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2021-01-1227 min
NDTR SpotlightPassing the NDTR exam on the third try, Arlene Murdock NDTRIn this interview Arlene shines light on taking the exam 3 times, working in different field of dietetics and learning Spanish to better interact with her patients. She is now in her MS program and is excited to expand her scope with the addition of a Masters Degree
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2021-01-1114 min
NDTR SpotlightMaking the most of an unexpected Gap year- Kelly E Templeton NDTR/DTRIn this interview Kelly shines light on how to cope with not getting matched your first try, tips on job searches, and how to apply to a DI program after a gap year. NDTR spotlight is shining the light on Kelly E. Templeton. The NDTR path was not plan A for Kelly, but after not getting matched her senior year of college, she decided to make the most of her unexpected gap year and get the NDTR credential. After a slightly stressful job search she landed a NDTR job in Longterm care and grew as a Nutrition professional in ways...
2021-01-0935 min
NDTR SpotlightDancing her way into Sport Nutrition and Public Health- Moriah Duhadway, NDTR, CPTIn this interview Moriah will share how she explained her NDTR credential to potential employers allowing her find jobs in three different stating in three years.
Moriah is a queen at networking putting herself out there and maximizing her areas of expertise in fitness/dance and nutrition
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2021-01-0226 min
NDTR SpotlightPrivate Practice NDTR to Registered Dietitian: Brigitte Brandy RDN, LDN -NDTR Spotlight Ep 1Brigitte just became an RD this past Summer! In this interview Brigitte shares how she began her private practice as a NDTR, found great opportunities for continual education and gives insight into the differences between the NDTR exam and RD exam!
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2020-12-3029 min
Dental A Team PodcastIncrease Case Acceptance from 50% to 100% in one Afternoon: NDTR HandoffsKiera’s dental tips today revolve around perfecting the hand-off. What does it take to make the best cookies ever? The right ingredients and stellar instructions...continue reading...
2020-02-0624 min
TO YOUR HEALTH WITH DR. G™Trapped: Avoiding New Year's Resolution PitfallsWhat are the fundamental principles that we should follow to avoid New Year's Resolution pitfalls? How do these principles relate to the practices of self-care and burnout avoidance?
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Air Date: 1/22/20 | Writers: Mark D. Gomez, MD; Tiffany E.R. Gomez | Host: Mark D. Gomez, MD | Producer: Tiffany E.R. Gomez | Music: ©2018 The Wonderful Mr. Havis. All Rights Reserved
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2020-01-2352 minTO YOUR HEALTH WITH DR. G™Back To School Health Series, Part 2: Eating Disorders In AdolescentsAdolescents are not immune to the dangerous effects of eating disorders. How do we empower kids to let go of self-judgement and disordered eating habits in order to restore a positive relationship with food and their sense of self?
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Air Date: 9/11/19 | Writers: Mark D. Gomez, MD; Tiffany E.R. Gomez | Host: Mark D. Gomez, MD | Producer: Tiffany E.R. Gomez | Music: ©2018 The Wonderful Mr. Havis. All Rights Reserved.
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Candice Jones, MEd, RD, LD, CDE, FAND
We’ve seen the letters DTR/NDTR but what exactly do they mean? What is the job outlook for a Dietetic Technician and how is the process similar or different from becoming an RDN? Dietetic Technicians (DTR/NDTR), as our guest Candice Jones describes, are the Watson to the RD’s Sherlock Holmes, the Robin to Batman, the C3PO to R2D2 (I think you get the point). They bring a complementary set of skills that are key to the profession, as well as to patients and clients. As the...
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