Mehak Rasheed

Licensed Dietitian with 4.5 years of experience developing personalised nutritional plans that positively affect patient outcomes. Highly-qualified and well-trained clinical professional with detailed approach. Diligent in staying updated on latest medical research and nutrition solutions.

Head Dietitian - United Hospital - Faisalabad, Punjab

(2023-02 - 2026-05)

• Performed nutritional assessments to understand nutritional health and needs of clients.
• Listened actively and advised clients on diet-related concerns to offer emotional support.
• Monitored food intake and quality to provide nutritional care in food service settings.
• Advised clients on therapeutic nutrition with strong focus on menu selection, preparation and planning.
• Empowered individuals to manage nutrition and overall wellness with sustainable habits.
• Educated families, communities and individuals on nutrition by sharing resources, speaking in public and conducting 1:1 sessions.
• Supported people to implement sustainable lifestyle and nutrition changes leading to meaningful improvements in health.
• Collaborated with other professionals to help boost nutritional levels among groups, meeting set targets within agreed timeframes.
• Led research activities in field of nutrition, disseminating findings in wider-scientific community.
• Monitored and recorded client progress in account files and company databases.
• Provided individuals and families with nutritional support and education, enabling better food decisions.
• Helped clients set long-term goals, with periodic check-ins to support necessary changes and adjustments.
• Planned intervention programmes, education and training to boost awareness and understanding of importance of nutrition.
• Refined existing nutrition programmes and developed new evidence-based initiatives.
• Planned diets and food preparations to maximise health benefits and reduce potential risks for clients.
• Monitored nutritional status of programme participants, measuring health stats at periodic intervals to track individual progress.
• Used evidence-based approaches to help improve people's relationship with food and nutrition.
• Collaborated with culinary team to ensure hospital menu met nutritional guidelines.

VGC Dietitian - K&W Healthcare - London, Brent

(2022-11 - 2022-12)

• Managed over 30 patients per day.
• Planned diet and menus for diabetic establishments to cater for different types of people.
• Monitored food intake and quality to provide nutritional care in food service settings.
• Consulted with clients to assess needs and establish action plans.
• Listened actively and advised clients on diet-related concerns to offer emotional support.
• Provided information on health-related challenges and offered proven treatment strategies.
• Advised clients on therapeutic nutrition with strong focus on menu selection, preparation and planning.
• Completed scheduled client check-ins to discuss progress and address challenges.
• Discussed nutritional needs and allergens to decipher catered client approaches.
• Interviewed clients to gather medical history and evaluate energy requirements and restrictions.
• Monitored and recorded client progress in account files and company databases.
• Managed complex schedules to accommodate diverse client needs.
• Followed clinical guidelines to safeguard clients and their data from risk.
• Translated scientific and biological concepts to simplified language for client comprehension.
• Recorded client data in company CRM platform and updated accounts consistently.
• Delivered outcomes and KPIs required to achieve contracted goals.
• Developed instructional aids and templates to help clients learn new habits.
• Worked 48 hours per week
• Counseled clients on emotional eating issues, developing coping mechanisms together.
• Advocated for healthier options in school canteens effectively transforming menus.
• Guided patients through recovery process post-surgery by providing optimal nutritional advice.
• Ensured dietary compliance in patients with food allergies or intolerances.
• Enhanced team morale through effective leadership and motivation.
• Promoted a positive work environment through excellent leadership skills.

Dietitian - The United Hospital - Faisalabad, Pakistan

(2019-08 - 2020-09)

• Worked 48 hours per week
• Treated patients with diabetes, hypertension, hyperuricemia, hypercholesterolemia, weight management, eating disorders, digestive problems, osteoporosis, arthritis, gout, PCOS, peptic ulcers, hepatitis, cirrhosis, cholelithiasis, cholescysectomy, renal diseases, coronary heart disease, cancer, asthma.
• Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
• Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
• Collaborated with other healthcare experts to develop diet plans addressing individual patient conditions, including diabetes and food allergies.
• Assisted patients with completion of menus appropriate for specific dietary requirements.
• Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
• Spoke with pregnant women about nutritional needs and benefits of breastfeeding.
• Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
• Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Maintained patient's record and made follow-ups as required.
• Re-evaluated diet therapy provided to each patient and made changes as per requirement.

Intern - Faisalabad Institute of Cardiology - Faisalabad, Pakistan

(2019-01 - 2019-03)

• Assisted senior dietitian in treating patients with diabetes, hypertension, peptic ulcers, cardiovascular diseases, renal failure, hepatitis and allergies.
• Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
• Collaborated with senior dietitian to develop diet plans addressing individual patient conditions, including diabetes and food allergies.
• Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and cafeteria menus.
• Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
• Actively listened to patients, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to senior dietitian.

Post Graduation - Healthcare Leadership - BPP University

Graduation - Doctor of Diet and Nutritional Sciences - The University of Faisalabad

F.Sc. - Pre-Medical - Punjab College for Women

Matriculation - Pre-Medical - Divisional Public School and College