72: Dani Pezzuto RD, CCTD, CNSC, LDN - CLINICAL / TRANSPLANT

<p>In this episode, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof interviews Dani Pezzuto, a transplant dietitian, about her journey into the field of nutrition and her role as a transplant dietitian. They discuss the unique challenges and responsibilities of working with transplant patients, the interdisciplinary nature of the role, and the future of nutrition in the healthcare landscape.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Transplant dietitians play a crucial role in the care of transplant patients, addressing nutritional needs before, during, and after the transplant process.</li><li>The future of nutrition may involve a balance between processed, shelf-stable food options and the enjoyment and affordability of fresh, home-cooked meals.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Transplant Dietitian Role</li><li>01:16 Inspiration to Become a Nutrition Professional</li><li>02:21 Transition from Engineering to Nutrition</li><li>03:13 Journey to Becoming a Transplant Dietitian</li><li>05:17 Role of a Transplant Dietitian in Patient Care</li><li>07:36 Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration</li><li>10:23 Day-to-Day Work of a Transplant Dietitian</li><li>11:36 Use of AI and Technology in Nutrition</li><li>13:25 Involvement in Food Safety and Scientific Data</li><li>15:14 Challenges and Opportunities in Nutrition</li><li>31:11 Future of Nutrition and Food Trends</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Connect with Dani:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-pezzuto/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-pezzuto/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof</p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/</a></p><p> </p><p>Check out the Nutrition Connection website</p><p><a href="https://www.nutritionconnection.us/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionconnection.us/</a></p>