Lana Abusalah

A well-presented, self-motivated, and confident clinical dietitian with three years experience of assessing a patients' nutritional needs, then developing and implementing nutrition programs for them based on medical nutrition therapy in clinical & community settings. Possessing the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information about dietary matters in an understandable form to patients & clients. Having a proven track record of successfully promoting healthy eating habits to communities and suggest diet modifications to individuals. Now looking to further an already successful career by working for a caring, reputable and ambitious organization.

Tadawi Medical Center

CLINICAL DIETITIAN April 2023 – present

Working as fulltime head clinical dietitian for dietetic clinic and as a part of interdisciplinary team, involving in providing a very high standard of specialist dietetic services in the community to more than 300 patients and carers. Developing & delivering individualized medical nutrition therapy and counselling to patients with various medical conditions to improve and reach patients health goals.

Duties:

Developing and implementing individually tailored therapeutic care plans for patients with various health conditions and diseases, ensuring optimal nutrition intervention outcomes.

Successfully integrating behavioral change models and motivational interviews into treatment processes, effectively addressing dietary and lifestyle behaviors for improved patient outcomes.

Managing the weight of patients across different age groups, including overweight, obese, athletes, and underweight individuals, utilizing evidence-based strategies for effective weight management.

Specializing in women's and pediatric nutrition, providing nutritional assessment and intervention

for pregnancy, breastfeeding, infants, and children, promoting healthy growth and development.

Conducting medical nutrition therapy for patients with diverse conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease (CVD), renal disorders, liver conditions, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS),

inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), osteoporosis, and macro and micronutrient deficiencies.

Expertly counseling patients with diabetes on consistent carbohydrate diets, blood glucose

monitoring, and meal timing to support optimal diabetes management.

Analyzing and developing menus and recipes using personalized digital assistance databases,

ensuring nutritional adequacy for patients based on their specific diets and lifestyles.

Directing and monitoring the clinical functions of the dietetic clinic, ensuring efficient and

effective delivery of nutrition services.

Supervising the preparation and packaging of meals for patients and clients in the kitchen,

maintaining high standards of sanitation and food safety.

Demonstrating leadership and management skills by successfully completing projects assigned by

the head clinical dietitian.

Promoting kitchen sanitation and food safety, ensuring compliance with the policies and

regulations of the Ministry of Municipality of Qatar.

Creating and performing healthy recipes, incorporating their nutrition facts to educate patients and

clients about nutritious and delicious meal options.

Providing nutritional guidance and advice to healthcare professionals, catering staff, and nurses,

facilitating better understanding and implementation of dietary recommendations.

Developing and executing social media strategies for Tadawi Medical Center's Instagram page,

resulting in a 50% increase in followers and an 80% increase in engagement.

Producing engaging and interactive content, including videos, reels, and polls, to drive social media

engagement and website traffic.

Collaborating closely with graphic designers to create visually appealing social media content that

resonated with the target audience.

Staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, regularly sharing insights and recommendations with the team to enhance content strategy.

Researching and authoring weekly blog posts on various nutrition and wellness topics for Tadawi Medical Center's personal platform, catering to a wide range of readers with evidence-based, engaging content.

Engaging with readers and followers by promptly responding to comments and questions, fostering a loyal and interactive community.

Dr. Nutrition Diet Center

DIETITIAN August 2020 – October 2021

Worked as a fulltime dietitian & involved in providing a very high standard of specialist dietetic services in the community to more than 200 clients. Helping to translate the science of nutrition into everyday understandable information about food.

Duties:

Provided expert guidance to clients, empowering them to make informed and practical choices regarding their food and health, ensuring positive outcomes in their dietary habits and overall well- being.

Conducted thorough assessments, treatment, and evaluation of clients referred to the Dietetic Service, addressing a diverse range of health conditions and nutritional needs.

Specialized in dietary treatment for various health conditions, including stage 1 liver disease, type two diabetes, iron deficiency anemia, and high blood cholesterol levels, offering personalized and evidence-based diet plans for optimal results.

Maintained detailed documentation of client nutrition history, assessments, anthropometric data, and nutrition interventions, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records.

Designed individually tailored care plans for each patient, taking into account their unique needs and health goals, to deliver personalized and effective nutrition interventions.

Performed comprehensive nutritional assessments, analyzing patients' nutritional status and recommending appropriate dietary interventions.

Instructed clients clearly and concisely on dietary choices, helping them understand what to eat and when to optimize their health and well-being.

Maintained regular communication with clients to monitor their progress and ensure adherence to prescribed dietary plans.

Successfully managed the weight of clients across all age groups, including overweight, obese, and underweight individuals, employing evidence-based strategies for weight management.

Utilized In-Body test devices to assess and implement client anthropometric measures, providing valuable insights into clients' body composition.

Educated clients about appropriate physical activity based on their physical condition, guiding them on the intensity and type of exercise that suits their needs.

Provided clients with valuable knowledge about different healthy food products and empowered them to make informed choices while grocery shopping.

Educated clients on how to read nutrition facts and food labeling, enhancing their ability to make healthier food choices.

Guided clients in selecting healthy meal options from restaurant menus and when attending special occasions, ensuring they maintain a balanced and nutritious diet in various settings.

Demonstrated advanced knowledge of nutritional supplements, including sport supplements, and offered educated recommendations based on clients' specific needs.

Nutree Holistic Center

DIETITIAN March 2020 –June 2020

Worked as a freelancer dietitian closely with clients. Provided clinical nutrition and food service expertise. Worked with more than 100 clients by focusing on nutrition counseling, education & assessment for providing an indivsualized diet plan.

Duties:

Designed personalized daily menus based on individual client needs, considering dietary restrictions, food preferences, and health goals, resulting in improved client satisfaction and adherence to nutrition plans.

Supervised the preparation of daily meals packages for clients, ensuring proper food handling, portion control, and adherence to standardized recipes for consistency and quality.

Promoted kitchen sanitation and food safety practices, consistently meeting the policies and regulations set by the Ministry of Municipality of Qatar, ensuring a safe and hygienic food environment.

Developed and analyzed recipes to suit various dietary requirements, offering advice on recipe modifications and ingredient procurement to optimize nutrition for clients.

Provided expert nutrition counseling for clients with weight reduction, elevated cholesterol, diabetes, and other health conditions, tailoring dietary plans to individual needs and health goals.

Planned specialized diets for clients with obesity, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes across all age groups, helping them achieve better health outcomes.

Educated clients about a wide range of healthy food products, empowering them to make informed and nutritious choices while grocery shopping at Nutree Holistic Center.

Guided clients on how to read nutrition labels and food labeling, enhancing their ability to make healthier choices and understand the nutritional content of food items.

Utilized In-Body test machines to assess and implement client anthropometric measures, providing valuable insights into clients' body composition and progress.

Established regular online communication with clients to assess and monitor compliance with prescribed dietary plans, allowing for real-time adjustments and continuous support.

Bachelor’s Degree of Human Nutrition accredited program from ACEND, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar, 2019.

Master’s Degree of Human Nutrition, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar, expected graduation date 2024.