Educational Background: BSc. Nutrition (Dietetics), PhD (Candidate) in progress Human nutrition and metabolism
Professional Summary: Jodie is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with experience in chronic disease management, including diabetes, wieght management, and a special interest in gut nutrition. Jodie’s experience also include food service management and school food programs. Currently, Jodie is working on a research project at the University of Alberta to complete her PhD, investigating the ketogenic diet. Prior to becoming a dietitian, Jodie had a career in business and finance, and now brings those skills to her research and nutrition care roles.
Community Involvement: Past member of DC Continuing Education committee. Volunteer for Canadian Celiac Association and past support group facilitator.
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, baking, quilting, travelling.
Awards/Achievements: Recipient of Canada Graduate Scholarship – Masters, Walter H. John’s Graduate Fellowship (University of Alberta), and Alberta Diabetes Institute Studentship Award. Awarded the Dr. Catherine Field Graduate Scholarship in Agriculture, Life and Environmental Sciences (2025). Poster presentation finalist at CNS 2025 Conference.