Pedro Guzman
Sacramento
Summary
Adaptable professional with a strong ability to assess nutritional needs, design personalized nutrition strategies, and provide lifestyle counseling. Skilled in team collaboration and communication, ensuring comprehensive care approaches. Impact made through successful dietary interventions leading to improved patient wellness and satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Community Medical Centers
Stockton
06.2023 - Current
- Educated patients, families and medical practitioners on nutrition.
- Analyzed laboratory results to evaluate patient's response to prescribed diets and make necessary adjustments.
- Attended conferences and workshops in order to stay up to date on the latest developments in nutrition science.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients to adopt healthier eating behaviors and lifestyle changes.
- Implemented medical nutrition therapy for patients with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, and renal disease.
- Recommended appropriate supplements when needed in order to ensure adequate nutrient intake.
DIETETIC INTERN
CSU Sacramento
Sacramento
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with 10+ dietitians to obtain accurate nutritional information and assess patient needs.
- Counseled individuals and groups on the basic rules of good nutrition and healthy eating habits.
- Consulted with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient and client.
- Developed curriculum and prepare manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching.
GRAD RESEARCH ASSISTANT
San Diego State University
San Diego
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Gathered current or past information from literature focused on Food Insecurity
- Translated alternate phrases from English to Spanish encompassing Food Insecurity
- Conducted interviews for marginalized populations
- Assisted with coding to develop themes for qualitative data
WIC NEWSLETTER MEMBER
WIC Wellness Newsletter
San Diego
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted with the dissemination of a monthly newsletter to all 83 California WIC agencies
- Provided credible information on topics such as nutrition, recipes, physical activity, mental health, and wellness
- Worked with team members to develop and convey pertinent information in a succinct manner
OLIVEWOODGARDENS INTERN
San Diego State University
San Diego
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Supported field trip programs; including set-up and clean-up for daily lessons
- Lead hands-on cooking lessons; including kitchen rules, lesson introduction, recipe preparation, monitoring student behavior, supervising kitchen volunteers and working within specific time constraints
- Assisted with or managed ongoing projects according to organizational needs
- Developed nutrition-related material, lessons, and recipes to serve organizational needs
LEAD NUTRITION EDUCATOR
Sports Nutrition Cooperative- San Diego State University
San Diego
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Teamed up with an Adapted Athlete for one year where he broke 2 Personal Records for Track & Field Disc and Shot put
- Designed and presented nutrition slide decks to 50+ D1 athletes and Adapted Athletes
- Collaborated with coaches, physical therapists, and athletic trainers on the specific needs of athletes based on their respective sports
DENTAL TECH/ TRAINING OFFICER/OR ASSISTANT
U.S Army
Schweinfurt
03.2011 - 03.2016
- Assisted in dental surgeries, taught and informed soldiers the importance of dental hygiene, and administered IVs and medications
- Was the lead assistant for Oral Maxillofacial surgeons in the operating room
- Managed 200 civilians and 100 soldiers as a training officer to ensure their credentials were up to date
- Delegated responsibilities to civilians and soldiers in a clinical environment
- Approved and ordered medical equipment for doctors
Education
DUAL MASTERS - EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY & NUTRITION
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - FOODS AND NUTRITION
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2020
Skills
- Bilingual
- Spanish
Publications
Guzman PG, Lange JE, McClain AC. The Association between Food Security Status and Psychological Distress and Loneliness among Full-Time Undergraduate Students at a Minority-Serving Institution. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2022; 19(22):15245. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph192215245
Extracurricular Activities
Research Journal Club Feeding San Diego Volunteer Student Nutrition Organization Member Associate Students Food Pantry Volunteer
Awards
- Dean's List Spring 2019
- Dean's List Fall 2019
- Dean's List Spring 2020
Degree
DUAL MS
Certification
- Certified Lactation Educator
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Community Medical Centers
06.2023 - Current
DIETETIC INTERN
CSU Sacramento
08.2022 - 05.2023
OLIVEWOODGARDENS INTERN
San Diego State University
01.2022 - 05.2022
GRAD RESEARCH ASSISTANT
San Diego State University
07.2021 - 08.2022
WIC NEWSLETTER MEMBER
WIC Wellness Newsletter
01.2021 - 07.2022
LEAD NUTRITION EDUCATOR
Sports Nutrition Cooperative- San Diego State University
05.2020 - 05.2022
DENTAL TECH/ TRAINING OFFICER/OR ASSISTANT
U.S Army
03.2011 - 03.2016
DUAL MASTERS - EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY & NUTRITION
San Diego State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - FOODS AND NUTRITION
San Diego State University
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