Sara Saliba MD, RD, LDN

Experience

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  Gilmour Academy

  Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

  High School French Tutor

  I tutored high school students in French. I helped prepare them for upcoming exams and on grammar/speaking techniques.

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  Asian Sun Martial Arts Center

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2009

  Martial Arts (Taekwondo) Instructor

  I taught martial arts (Taekwondo) to students of all ages. I worked with other instructors to prepare students for testing as well as local/national competitions. I also took part in recruiting students to the school. Additionally, I helped maintain the facility by organizing student contact information, as well as cleaning up when necessary.

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  Case Western Reserve University

  Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Research Assistant

  I worked in Dr. Peter Scacheri’s genetics lab at Case Western University for eight weeks learning basic genetic research techniques including PCR, qPCR, DNA sequencing, Western and Northern Blots, and gel electrophoresis. The purpose of the research project was to locate mutations associated with CHARGE syndrome.

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  Cleveland Clinic

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

  Research Student at the Heart and Vascular Institute: Department of Preventive Cardiology

  Supervisor: Leslie Cho M.D. Director of Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular Center, Section Head of Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation Project I: Screened and recruited patients for (i) Cardiovascular Inflammation Reduction Trial (CIRT) and (ii) Statin Residual Risk Reduction With Epanova in High CV Risk Patients With Hypertriglyceridemia Trial (STRENGTH)Project II: Aided the dietician in writing and publishing nutrition articles for (i) the Cleveland Clinic Heart and Vascular Institute website home page and (ii) the Cleveland Clinic’s HealthEssentials webpage. Articles Published:1. 5 Heart-Healthy Grilling Options for Your Next Cookout (07/22/2015)2. 5 Food Additives You Should Avoid (08/17/2015)3. 10 Tips to Lighten Up Your Italian Feast (08/26/15)4. Your Heart-Smart Asian Dining Strategies (10/14/15)5. Say Ole´ to Heart-Healthy Mexican Food (11/2/15)Project III: Review articles: The comparison of drug and medical device regulation under processes implemented by the United States (FDA) and the European Union (E.C.). Show less

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  Brigham and Women's Hospital

  Jan 2016 - May 2016

  Nutrition Intern at the Center for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

  As a clinical nutrition practicum intern at Brigham and Women’s Bariatric Center, I have observed various surgical bariatric procedures, pre- and post-op nutrition classes, patient forums, and individual appointments with the bariatric team (i.e. bariatric physician, bariatric surgeon, bariatric psychologist, bariatric dietitian, etc.). I have had the chance to teach pre-op as well as post-op nutrition classes, and have counseled pre-op follow up, post-op follow op, and nutrition assessment patients while under observation by a bariatric dietitian. During my time there I also collected and interpreted data for a research project anticipating publication investigating the patterns in the pre-op lab values of new bariatric patients. Show less

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  Boston Medical Center (BMC)

  Aug 2016 - Jul 2017

  The Food Pantry at the Boston Medical center aims to address nutrition-related illness as well as under-nutrition for its low-income patients. My volunteer duties include stocking food items, providing nutrition education to patients, and helping patients navigate the pantry to fulfill their medical nutrition therapy needs.

  • Dietetic Intern

    Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

  • Preventive Food Pantry Volunteer

    Aug 2016 - Dec 2016
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  Central Michigan University College of Medicine

  Jul 2017 - May 2021

  4th Year Medical Student
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  Cleveland Clinic

  May 2021 - now

  Resident Physician