Registered Dietitian

Overview of Journey at UCSF:

I first came to UCSF for my yearlong dietetic internship to complete my training in clinical nutrition. A few months after completing the internship and passing the accreditation exam I was hired. I currently work at Mission Bay as an in-patient pediatric dietitian. I love the diversity of the work I do with patients and families in helping them optimize their nutrition while at the hospital. Whether they are able to eat by their mouths, a feeding tube or through IV nutrition I work with the families to a regimen that works best for them.

What’s on your reading list?

I am currently reading “More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are” by Elaine Welteroth. It’s a book about navigating the workplace as a woman of color, empowerment, self-love, and refusing to conform to the world around us. 

What’s your ideal weather? 

I am my happiest when the sun is shining bright. I love the warm weather, so as long as the sun is out, I am a happy girl!  

What advice would you give yourself early on in your career? To a woman entering your field today? 

To my younger self I would say be open to new opportunities and experiences. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box to find what interests you. I also wish I had known the value of balance. Don’t overextend yourself and know that it’s okay to say no, especially if you’re at capacity. To the women entering the world of dietetics know your worth as well as your boundaries.

What do I like to do outside of work?

I love traveling, seeing the world and immersing myself in new cultures. Pre-covid times I would travel somewhere internationally at least once a year. Outside of traveling I enjoy spending time with my family, especially my three nieces who bring me so much joy and constantly remind me to enjoy the simple things in life.