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Dietetic Practice Groups
Dietetic Practice Groups (DPGs) are special interest groups that enable members to improve their job performance, gain insight into specialized areas of food and nutrition, and network with colleagues and professionals in your area.
While the majority of DPG members are nutrition professional, students are strongly encouraged to join. Through joining they will be exposed to the real world of Dietetics and will open the door to a plethora of opportunities.
There are 29 different practice groups, so you are sure to find one that interests you!
◦ Clinical Nutrition Management
◦ Consultant Dietitians in Health Care Facilities
◦ Diabetes Care and Education
◦ Dietetic Technicians in Practice
◦ Dietetics in Developmental and Psychiatric Disorders
◦ Dietetics in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
◦ Dietitians in Business and Communication
◦ Dietitians in Nutrition Support
◦ Gerontological Nutritionists
◦ HIV/AIDS
◦ Hunger and Environmental Nutrition
◦ Management in Food and Nutrition Systems
◦ Medical Nutrition Practice Group
◦ Nutrition Education for the Public
◦ Nutrition Educators of Health Professionals
◦ Nutrition Entrepreneurs
◦ Nutrition in Complementary Care
◦ Oncology in Nutrition
◦ Pediatric Nutrition
◦ Public Health/Community Nutrition
◦ Renal Dietitians
◦ Research
◦ School Nutrition Services
◦ Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionists
◦ Vegetarian Nutrition
◦ Weight Management
◦ Women’s Health and Reproductive Nutrition
You must be an ADA member to join a DPG and there is a small membership fee to join. The fee varies with each group, but the prices range from $20 - $30 per year. The membership time span parallels that of the ADA membership. To read more detailed descriptions of these groups please visit the DPGs Website.
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