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Snna Chahbandar

Dallas,Texas

Summary

Recent graduate from the Anne Brezina Dietetic Internship at the James A. Haley VA, specializing in dynamic medical nutrition therapy, clinical research, advanced counseling, evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and process improvement. Demonstrated success in collaborating with clinicians to optimize patient plans. Thrive in challenging settings when managing multiple tasks and working with various patients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Dietetic Intern

James A. Haley VA
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Diverse Rotations: Specialized in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings, food service management, research, management, school food service, home-based primary care, high-risk obstetrics, and WIC/public health.
  • Nutrition Care Process Mastery: Conducted comprehensive nutrition-focused physical examinations, micronutrient identification, and oral facial exams, seamlessly integrating with all phases of the nutrition care process.
  • Innovative Process Improvement: Initiated and developed a standardized diet skills training program among nutrition ambassadors, achieving a facility-wide goal for future employees.
  • Case Study Excellence: Completed and presented a comprehensive case study on malnutrition management of a head and neck cancer patient with a prophylactically placed gastrostomy tube.
  • Research Contributions: Conducted evidence analysis research on symbiotic to probiotic supplementation for irritable bowel syndrome symptom amelioration, contributing to advancements in the field.
  • Patient Education Leadership: Developed nationwide patient education materials, advancing clinical nutrition practice, and published on the VA website.
  • Muscular Ultrasonography Expertise: Developed training on utilizing ultrasound machines to objectively assess muscle status in at-risk patients, enhancing clinical inpatient staff capabilities.

University of Florida Program Coordinator

Fun and Fit Wellness Center
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Virtual Transformation Leadership: Successfully transferred the on-site health booth to a virtual format using a user-friendly Google workplace for 20 student volunteers.
  • Health Literacy Enhancement: Educated and guided student volunteers on enhancing health literacy through culturally sensitive nutrition education and physical activity resources.
  • Resource Delegation: Delegated projects to volunteer student members, resulting in over 50 approved resources for healthy eating, physical activity, and sleep recommendations.
  • Recognition and Celebration: Acknowledged and celebrated each volunteer's contribution in alignment with the mission of treating childhood obesity and preventing potential comorbidities.

Soybean Innovation Lab Research Assistant

08.2020 - 12.2021
  • Systematic Review Leadership: Collaborated in developing a systematic review protocol based on food sciences technologies, aimed at increasing utilization and consumption of nutritious legumes to alleviate malnutrition in low-income countries.
  • Research Screening Mastery: Screened over 20,000 research papers, narrowing down systematic review questions through title, abstract, and full-text analysis.
  • Professional Development: Attended weekly professional meetings, contributing to the qualitative analysis, assessment, and synthesis of research findings for the development and evaluation of extrusion or germination.

UF Health Disparities Research and Intervention Program Research Intern

01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Community-Based Research Prowess: Investigated motivators and barriers for minorities to engage in health-promoting behaviors through virtual health smart discussion sessions, utilizing a community-based participatory research approach.
  • Cultural Sensitivity Evaluation: Evaluated the impact of culturally sensitive interventions through group discussion sessions, conducting external quality-control monitoring to evaluate fidelity.
  • Research Presentation Expertise: Presented research articles to evaluate the implications of current community-based research models and prevention strategies, contributing novel ways to observe cultural sensitivity and competency.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Dietetics -

University of Florida
01.2022

Skills

  • Strategic Process Quality Improvement
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency
  • Enteral Nutrition
  • Community Outreach
  • Menu Development
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy
  • Weight Management
  • Nutrient Analysis
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Patient Counseling
  • Food Service Management
  • Patient Education

Certification

  • Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate
  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
  • Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
  • Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Honors And Awards

  • Commission on Dietetic Registration Diversity Scholarship
  • Sister Helen Marie Pellicer Scholarship
  • Diversity Foundation Scholarship
  • Susan McKenzie Brown Scholarship
  • College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Presidents Honor Roll and Dean's List.


Linkedin Profile

linkedin.com/in/chahbandar

Timeline

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Dietetic Intern

James A. Haley VA
08.2022 - 05.2023

University of Florida Program Coordinator

Fun and Fit Wellness Center
05.2021 - 05.2022

UF Health Disparities Research and Intervention Program Research Intern

01.2021 - 08.2021

Soybean Innovation Lab Research Assistant

08.2020 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Dietetics -

University of Florida

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