AboutI am a native of Virginia Beach, VA who attended college at Virginia Tech and simply fell in love with the mountains. I am please to now call Blacksburg, VA my permanent home, where I reside with my husband, Jordan and dog, Kenya. As a Virginia Tech graduate (Go Hokies!), I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise (Dietetics) and went on to obtain my Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise (Nutrition and Nutrition Education and Behavior). I completed my dietetic internship through the Virginia Tech Northern Virginia program before becoming credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) in July 2012.
As a dietitian, my main goal is to empower individuals and groups through nutrition education and programming to attain a higher level of nutritional quality of life. I live by the philosophy that food is a form of nourishment and life, and progress is about meeting people where they are now and promoting sustainable lifestyle changes rather than setting unrealistic expectations of attaining that non-existent "perfect" diet. I've been told I have an eye for innovation, often initiating new ideas and programs in each of my ambitions while continuously seeking professional growth and new learning experiences. I believe in the importance being involved in my profession and am a proud and dedicated member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as well as its Virginia and Southwest Virginia sub-chapters. In my current position as a Clinical Dietitian for Sodexo, I particularly enjoy working with seniors and can often be found mentoring students, dietetic interns and front line employees. Currently, I am also teaching Medical Nutrition Therapy to senior level dietetics students as an adjunct professor for Virginia Tech. Regardless of where my professional career may lead in the future, I look forward to continuing to grow as a dietitian and dedicating my career towards making a difference in the lives of others. |
Kristen Chang, MS, RDN, CSSD
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"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has."
—Margaret Mead
EducationDietetic Internship: Virginia Tech Northern Virginia
Emphasis: Leadership & Public Policy, May 2012 Master's of Science: Human Nutrition, Foods & Exercise Concentration: Nutrition Education & Behavior Virginia Tech, December 2010 Bachelor's of Science: Human Nutrition, Foods & Exercise Concentration: Dietetics Virginia Tech, May 2010 |
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Ut Prosim: That I May Serve
My mission is to be an ambassador of health and wellness by making proper nutrition a realistic goal for all through education, engagement and motivational interviewing. I strive to innervate all I do with innovation and creativity, continuously seek progress and growth as a professional, and to love others and live life passionately and to the fullest.
Professional Goals
Diversify my skills as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist by seeking out opportunities for continuing education, professional growth and mentorship.
Continue to serve as an active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Virginia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, Southwest Virginia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and various Dietetic Practice Groups.
Continue to build a solid foundation of clinical skills through professional roles as a Clinical Dietitian for Sodexo, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise at Virginia Tech, and involvement in different dietetic practice groups through the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Continue to grow my professional presence online and in the community through the utilization of social media, public speaking opportunities, general community outreach and by investing in the lives of others.
Continue to serve as an active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Virginia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, Southwest Virginia Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and various Dietetic Practice Groups.
Continue to build a solid foundation of clinical skills through professional roles as a Clinical Dietitian for Sodexo, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise at Virginia Tech, and involvement in different dietetic practice groups through the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Continue to grow my professional presence online and in the community through the utilization of social media, public speaking opportunities, general community outreach and by investing in the lives of others.
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