Dorcas Kpakpo

Dedicated and passionate dietitian seeking a challenging role to leverage my expertise in nutrition counselling, meal planning and health education. I am also committed to promoting wellness and making a positive impact on individuals' lives through personalized dietary Guidance.

National Service Personnel - Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital - Mampong, Ghana

(2024-10 - 2025-10)

• Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients with diverse clinical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, liver diseases, congestive heart failure, and renal disorders.
• Developed and implemented individualized nutrition care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, continuously adapting recommendations based on clinical progress and patient feedback.
• Provided targeted dietary education and counselling to patients and families, enhancing adherence to evidence-based nutrition interventions.
• Used LHIMS, DHIMS to access, document client information.

Undergraduate Vocational Training | Dietetics Student Intern - Ho Teaching Hospital - Ho, Ghana

(2023-09 - 2023-11)

• Executed thorough nutritional assessments for inpatients and outpatients by collecting detailed dietary, medical, and social histories to inform personalized nutrition care plans.
• Monitored clinical outcomes and adjusted nutrition interventions in response to laboratory findings and patient feedback.
• Delivered educational sessions on therapeutic diets, enteral and parenteral nutrition, and chronic disease management, fostering informed dietary choices.

Undergraduate Vocational Training | Dietetics Student Intern - Korle Bu Teaching Hospital - Accra, Ghana

(2022-07 - 2022-09)

• Conducted research on emerging nutrition topics and presented findings to the dietetics team, promoting the integration of evidence-based practices.
• Meticulously documented nutrition care activities in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Refined clinical skills through hands-on training under the supervision of registered dietitians, deepening the understanding of nutrition's role in patient care.

Undergraduate Vocational Training | Dietetics Student Intern - The Trust Hospital - Accra, Ghana

(2021-09 - 2021-11)

• Assisted with anthropometric measurements and comprehensive dietary histories to support patient assessments.
• Participated in workshops, seminars, and training sessions to stay abreast of current practices and advancements in nutrition and dietetics.
• Gained practical experience in menu planning, nutrient analysis, and food safety management within a clinical setting.

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics - University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) (2020-11 - 2024-09)

West African Senior High School Certificate - Home Economics - Presby Senior High (2015-12 - 2018-09)

Basic Education Certificate Examination - Tesano Junior High School (2012-09 - 2015-06)