Donna Castellano MS, RDN
Middletown,NJ
Summary
Personable and knowledgeable clinical dietitian with over 20 years experience in diet modification and nutrition counseling. Competent in evaluating patient nutritional needs and implementing appropriate diets based on history and current medical conditions. Founded and created an award winning website which provides evidenced-based nutrition advice and showcases original plant-based recipes and professional food photography.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Tatyana Ponti, MD
09.2023 - Current
- Determine client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Counsel individuals using GLP-1 medications, emphasizing the importance of dietary modifications for optimal weight loss and maintenance.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Influence positive behavioral change among clients by providing motivational counseling sessions focused on goal-setting, problem-solving, and self-monitoring.
- Coach individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
Food Photography and Videography
First Bite Photography, LLC
09.2021 - Current
- Founder and owner
- Photograph high-quality images for various food brands, magazines and culinary establishments.
- Professionally edit photographs for digital use and publication.
Founder and Creative Content Writer
Spoonful Of Plants
01.2019 - Current
- Create and test original plant-based recipes to share with website readers for general health and chronic disease prevention.
- Analyze current research and provide evidence-based recommendations when appropriate on website.
- Post recipes and videos to social media platforms with over 60,000 views per month.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Self-employed
09.2010 - 09.2023
- Offer nutrition counseling and wellness information to educate patients and families within the community.
- Coach individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Worked within community to create school gardens and bring nutrition and wellness programs to young children.
- Provided nutrition education to teachers, families and administrators within school community.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
DaVita, Richmond Kidney Center
06.2000 - 06.2002
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of patients receiving dialysis.
- Determined client-specific nutrient, vitamin, mineral and energy requirements for patients with kidney disease and diabetes, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Assisted patients with meal plan development, addressing individualized dietary concerns related to kidney disease.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Aramark, Staten Island University Hospital
04.1996 - 06.2000
- Nutrition care coordinator for medical/surgical, oncology and cardiac units. Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history and medical conditions.
- Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD) providing enteral and parenteral nutrition to ICU/CCU patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team rounds providing nutritional expertise and guidance.
- Counseled individual patients on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition
Rutgers, School of Health Related Professions
New Brunswick, NJ01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wagner College
Staten Island, NY05.1993
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Recipe Development
- Nutritional Assessment
- Nutritional Education & Disease Prevention
- Professional Food Photography and Videography
- Evidence-Based Care
- Culinary Expertise
- Adult Weight Management
Affiliations
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- New Jersey Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Certification
- RDN-Licensed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics & Adults
Timeline
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Tatyana Ponti, MD
09.2023 - Current
Food Photography and Videography
First Bite Photography, LLC
09.2021 - Current
Founder and Creative Content Writer
Spoonful Of Plants
01.2019 - Current
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Self-employed
09.2010 - 09.2023
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
DaVita, Richmond Kidney Center
06.2000 - 06.2002
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Aramark, Staten Island University Hospital
04.1996 - 06.2000
- RDN-Licensed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics & Adults
Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition
Rutgers, School of Health Related Professions
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wagner College
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