Nutrition Department
Director:
Administrative Contact:
Nutrition Department
Phone: (443) 923-2730
Phone: (443) 923-2730
Professional Certifying Organizations:
Commission on Dietetic Registration for the American Dietetic Association (RD and CS)
National Board of Nutrition Support Certification, Inc. for ASPEN (CNSD)
National Board of Nutrition Support Certification, Inc. for ASPEN (CNSD)
Certifications:
RD: Registered Dietitian
CNSD: Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian
CS: Certified Specialist in Pediatrics
CNSD: Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian
CS: Certified Specialist in Pediatrics
Staffing (Licensure):
All staff are licensed in the state of Maryland as Licensed Dietitians (LD). Currently, all staff hold Masters degrees and are both RD and LD.
Working within interdisciplinary teams of professionals and parents, nutritionists facilitate an individual’s optimal nutritional, health and well being. Staff members provide one-time evaluations as well as ongoing treatment in outpatient, inpatient and day treatment settings.
Each of the department’s inpatient and outpatient programs provides the following clinical services: modifying the nutrient composition and consistency of a diet; prescribing/specifying food and nutrient intake; translating nutrition prescriptions into meal plans, food choices and preparation techniques; fostering behavior change by educating, counseling, motivating and advising; providing complete or supplemental nutrients through food and enteral support; and referring to other service providers when necessary. The following services enhance the delivery of clinical services: education and training of staff; research and outcome evaluation; community outreach; and advocacy.
Each of the department’s inpatient and outpatient programs provides the following clinical services: modifying the nutrient composition and consistency of a diet; prescribing/specifying food and nutrient intake; translating nutrition prescriptions into meal plans, food choices and preparation techniques; fostering behavior change by educating, counseling, motivating and advising; providing complete or supplemental nutrients through food and enteral support; and referring to other service providers when necessary. The following services enhance the delivery of clinical services: education and training of staff; research and outcome evaluation; community outreach; and advocacy.
Each individual and family admitted to the inpatient unit is either assigned or can request a nutritionist to be part of the treatment team. Children in the Feeding Disorders Unit and the Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit (PRU) automatically have a nutritionist assigned to them.
Days and hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility when necessary.
Days and hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility when necessary.
Individuals being seen at Kennedy Krieger, their family members or other KKI staff can request consultations with nutritionists. For more information see our Nutrition Outpatient Program.
Days and hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility when necessary.
Days and hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility when necessary.
KKI’s Nutrition Department participates in the KKI/JHU Maternal and Child Health LEND training program.
KKI’s Nutrition Department works in the area of growth and energy needs in children with cerebral palsy.
For information on current KKI research projects related to this area check out the Cerebral Palsy and Other Movement Disorders and Behavior and Feeding Disorders research areas of this site.
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For information on current KKI research projects related to this area check out the Cerebral Palsy and Other Movement Disorders and Behavior and Feeding Disorders research areas of this site.
Professional Training