Summer AbuJarad

Clinical Dietitian and CBT-E Specialist with over 4 years of hospital-based experience in medical, psychiatric, and surgical settings. Specialized in eating disorders, bariatric nutrition, chronic disease management, and behavior-focused interventions. Strong background in nutrition psychology, interdisciplinary care, and patient education, with international academic training in Canada and the UK.

Passionate about evidence-based practice, precision nutrition, and building sustainable relationships with food. Known for making nutrition feel human, practical, and sustainable.

Founder & Lead Clinical Dietitian at The Food Concept (2024-08 – Present)

Founded and led an online private nutrition and behavior-focused practice delivering individualized medical nutrition therapy to private clients.

• Provide 1:1 consultations for eating disorders, disordered eating, bariatric cases, chronic disease management, and behavior change using evidence-based and CBT-informed approaches.
• Design personalized nutrition programs integrating nutrition psychology, mindful eating, and lifestyle medicine.
• Host and deliver educational workshops and seminars for institutions, organizations, and community groups on topics including nutrition and behavior, metabolic health, workplace wellbeing, and sustainable lifestyle change.
• Conduct corporate and embassy-based workshops focused on resilience, physical health through diet and behavior, and long-term well-being.
• Manage all aspects of the practice, including client onboarding, assessment, follow-ups, educational material development, and professional presentations.

Clinical Dietitian and CBT-E Specialist at Philadelphia Hospital (2022-06 – 2024-08)

• Developed and implemented individualized, evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with eating disorders and chronic disease, following comprehensive nutritional assessments and interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Provided individual and group counseling sessions to address nutritional needs, fostering a positive relationship with food, and promoting sustainable lifestyle changes.
• Educated clients, families, and caregivers on the principles of balanced nutrition, mindful eating, and the importance of a healthy relationship with food.
• Stayed abreast of the latest research and treatment modalities in the field of precision medicine to ensure the delivery of evidence-based care.

Clinical Dietitian Intern at Al-Kindi Hospital (2021-01 – 2021-06)

• Supported inpatient and outpatient clinical nutrition care, including post-bariatric (gastric bypass & sleeve), ICU, and postnatal patients, through nutritional assessments and monitoring of vitals and labs.
• Collaborated with medical, kitchen, and procurement teams to deliver individualized therapeutic meal plans, ensure dietary compliance, and support hospital nutrition awareness initiatives.

Master of Science (MSc) in Nutrition and Behaviour – Bournemouth University (2021-09 – 2022-09)

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nutrition and Dietetics – Acadia University (2016-09 – 2020-05)