PHS Clinician Janelle Peterson Named 2007 Nutrition Ambassador.Nestle Nutrition Institute recognizes dietitians for exceptional commitment and innovative ideas ST. PAUL St. Paul as a missionary he fearlessly confronts the “perils of waters, of robbers, in the city, in the wilderness.” [N.T.: II Cor. 11:26] See : Bravery , Minn. -- Janelle Peterson, RD, LD, CSND, Pediatric pediatric /pe·di·at·ric/ (pe?de-at´rik) pertaining to the health of children. pe·di·at·ric adj. Of or relating to pediatrics. Home Service, St. Paul, Minn., was named a winner of the 2007 Nutrition Ambassador Program by the Nestle Nutrition Institute. The Nutrition Ambassador Program recognizes professionals in the field of nutritional science who clearly demonstrate an exceptional commitment to clinical nutrition Clinical nutrition The use of diet and nutritional supplements as a way to enhance health prevent disease. Mentioned in: Naturopathic Medicine and its practical application. Registered dietitians registered dietitian, n See dietitian, registered. with more than three years of clinical experience and an emphasis in pediatrics or nutritional support nutritional support, n the supply of foods and liquids necessary to advance healing and support health. were invited to apply for the Nutrition Ambassador Program Scholarship. Applicants were asked to submit an essay describing how nutrition support nutrition support, n intravenous nutrition or orally modified for-mulas necessitated by inability to consume a general diet; administered to malnourished individuals who cannot consume food in its original form. practice could be improved over the next five to seven years. Ten finalists were then selected and invited to Nestle Nutrition's headquarters in Glendale, Calif. to present their essays to a panel of judges Panel of Judges is an indie pop band from Melbourne, Australia. Members
Janelle presented an essay entitled, "Pediatric Short Bowel Consortium" which outlined a proposal for development of a data collections center in regards to medical and nutritional interventions used with pediatric short bowel patients. The idea is similar to that of the Vermont Oxford Network which collects data in regards to medical and nutritional interventions for premature infants premature infant Prematurity, premie; preterm infant Obstetrics An infant born before the 37th wk of gestation and after the 20th wk, who weighs 500–2500 g. See Very-low birth weight. . After the judges carefully evaluated the finalists' oral presentations, Yimin Chin, MS, RD, CNSD CNSD Confédération Nationale des Syndicats Dentaires CNSD Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian , Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL., and Janelle Peterson, RD, LD, CNSD, Pediatric Home Service, Minneapolis, MN., were named Nestle's 2007 Nutrition Ambassadors. Each was awarded a scholarship to attend the 6th Annual Nestle Clinical Nutrition Course in Montreux, Switzerland, held in June. The course offers an unparalleled opportunity for an international team of nutrition experts to explore both recent scientific advances in the field of nutrition and effective ways to apply them in a clinical setting. "It is an honor to have earned the prestigious title of Nutrition Ambassador by an organization known for great contributions to our industry," said Peterson. "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to participate in the Nestle event in Switzerland and to make a contribution through my work." "In Janelle the judges saw a real passion and energy for the future of her profession," said Scott Teresi, RD, Innovation Manager of Nestle Nutrition. "It was inspiring to meet such a forward-thinking clinician." For more information about Nestle Nutrition Institute or the Ambassador Program, visit Nestle-Nutrition.com. For more information about Pediatric Home Service (PHS (Personal Handyphone System) A TDMA-based cellular phone system introduced in Japan in mid-1995. Operating in the 1880-1930 MHz band, PHS uses microcells that cover an area only 100 to 500 meters in diameter, resulting in lower equipment costs but requiring more base ), visit www.pediatrichomeservice.com or call 651-789-3259. About Nestle Nutrition Nestle Nutrition, part of Nestle S.A., the world's largest food company, is dedicated to infant, healthcare, and performance nutrition and weight management. With 140 years of global food experience that began with the creation of the world's first commercial infant food, Nestle is a leader in worldwide food and nutrition Food and Nutrition See also cheese; dining; milk. accubation Rare. the act or habit of reclining at meals. alimentology Medicine. thescience of nutrition. allotriophagy Pathology. research. Nestle Nutrition - HealthCare offers unique products and programs that encourage appropriate nutrition, from health supplements to critical care nutrition, for people facing a variety of health challenges. About Pediatric Home Service (PHS) Pediatric Home Service, based in St. Paul Minn., is an independent pediatric home care company that is committed to taking care of the child by providing specialized health care services to technology-supported children in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. In business since 1990, PHS partners with healthcare professionals and family caregivers to deliver care to children with special medical needs. For more information about PHS, visit www.pediatrichomeservice.com or call 651-789-3259. |
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