Michelle Buigutt
Licensed Nutritionist
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About
Licensed Nutritionist with hospital-based experience in clinical nutrition, nutrition assessment, dietary counselling, therapeutic diet support, patient monitoring, documentation, and health education. Experienced in working with patients, caregivers, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals to support patient-centred care. Committed to professional, evidence-informed nutrition practice and clear communication.
Experience
Attachment - Nutrition and Dietetics Department - Mutuini Sub-District Hospital - Mutuini, Nairobi County
(2022-01 - 2022-05)
- Conducted patient nutrition assessments and assisted in preparing diet plans.
- Supported nutrition counselling sessions for patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaborated with nurses and clinicians to ensure proper diet implementation.
Attachment - Nutrition and Dietetics Department - Mbagathi Hospital - Mbagathi, Nairobi County
(2024-05 - 2024-08)
- Monitored patients' dietary intake and recovery progress.
- Assisted in community nutrition outreach and health education programs.
- Helped prepare therapeutic diets based on patient needs.
Locum Nutritionist - Reale Hospital - Eldoret
(2026-05 - 2026-09)
- Provided nutrition assessment and dietary counselling to patients.
- Assisted in developing appropriate dietary recommendations based on patients' nutritional needs.
- Monitored patients' nutritional status and progress.
- Provided nutrition education to patients and/or caregivers.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals as part of the patient care team.
- Maintained accurate nutrition-related patient records and documentation.
Education
Diploma - Nutrition and Dietetics - Nairobi Women's Hospital College (2022-01 - 2025-08)
Certificate - Nutrition and Dietetics - Nairobi Women's Hospital College (2021-01 - 2023-06)