Skills

  1. Critical-thinking, collectively using all pertinent information available (anthropometrics, biochemical data, clinical evaluation information, and nutrition pertinent history) when determining interventions and goals

  2. Forward-thinking, determining the best approach to accomplish the task at hand

  3. Working with a team, listening to and committing to understanding others' values and points of view prior to making a final decision

  4. Describing complex topics to patients, modifying my approach, terminology and pace to meet each patient's needs

  5. Actively listening to coworkers, patients, supervisors, etcetera... remembering minute details and applying them to future interactions