Dr Faiza Akhtar
Clinical Dietitian & Nutrition Educator
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About
Clinical Dietitian and MPhil-qualified Nutrition Educator with 5+ years of combined clinical and academic experience in Human Nutrition & Dietetics. Skilled in medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular and renal conditions), patient counseling, and university-level teaching. Proven record designing individualized diet plans, coordinating with multidisciplinary care teams, and leading community nutrition outreach.
Seeking clinical dietitian opportunities in Pakistan and the Gulf region (UAE/KSA).
Experience
Visiting Lecturer — Human Nutrition & Dietetics at The University of Chakwal (2020-01 – Present)
- Deliver undergraduate coursework in clinical and community nutrition, dietetics, and public health nutrition.
- Mentor students on nutrition care planning and evidence-based dietary practice.
Clinical Dietitian & Nutritionist at Afsar's Health Care Center (2020-01 – Present)
- Conduct nutritional assessments and design individualized medical nutrition therapy plans for patients with diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.
- Provide ongoing dietary counseling and monitor patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed.
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to align nutrition care with overall treatment plans.
House Job / Clinical Internship at Mayo Hospital (2018-01 – 2020-12)
- Completed structured clinical rotations applying dietetics theory in a high-volume hospital setting.
Manager, Student Affairs at The University of Lahore (2018-01 – 2020-12)
- Coordinated student welfare programs and cross-departmental administrative operations.
Assistant Warden, Girls' Dormitory at The University of Lahore (2017-01 – 2020-12)
- Oversaw residential student welfare, discipline, and health/safety coordination.
Education
MPhil in Human Nutrition & Dietetics – University of Lahore (2022-01 – 2024-12)
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Nutrition & Dietetics – IHMS Islamabad (2021-01 – 2022-12)
Doctor of Dietary and Nutrition Sciences in Dietary and Nutrition Sciences – University of Lahore (2014-01 – 2020-12)
Intermediate in Pre-Medical – Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Lahore (2013-01 – 2014-12)
