David Damico

Dietitian at Veterans Affairs

Whittier, California, United States

About

To positively impact the nutrition status quality of life of the population I serve while advancing my knowledge in the field of nutrition. Specialties: Grant Writing and Program Planning, Presentation skills, Microsoft Word/Office/Powerpoint, Flash design, Customer Satisfaction

Experience

  • Clinical Dietitian at Veterans Affairs
    Jun 2007 - Present · 19 yrs 2 mos

    Counsel and educate patients using Medical Nutrition Therapy principles for various nutrition-related diseases. Design and implement new classes for weight loss, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. Participate in teams designed to improve quality and performance, including clinic access, no-show rates, and customer satisfaction. Co-write grants for program support. Perform administrative tasks necessary to run nutrition clinic.

  • Student Assistant for Student Wellness at UCLA
    Jan 2006 - Dec 2006 · 1 yr

    Updated and created handouts for student health website. Taught non-credit health classes for undergrads. Taught basic nutrition to personal trainers. Created health quizzes and games.

  • First Aid Instructor at Red Cross CPR
    Feb 2003 - Jun 2006 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Taught Adult, Infant, and Child CPR and First Aid classes.

  • Certified Peer Health Educator at Cal Poly Pomona
    Aug 2002 - Jun 2005 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Educated and counseled peers regarding their health and nutrition. Designed/delivered workshops and displays in health promotion. Delivered presentations on sports nutrition, fad diets, and general nutrition.