Aleena Khawar

Experience

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  S G H Health Agency

  Oct 2015 - Jan 2016

  Intern

  Was actively involved in the development and research for a project according to the deadlinesLearnt the key elements that are involved when branding and marketing a nutrition labelBecame skilled at organizing files using MS ExcelPracticed public speaking skills at market fairs in promoting healthier, whole food alternatives

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  Hameed Latif Hospital | HLH – Serve the People

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018

  Intern

  Evaluated patients and formulated care plans tailored to their medical conditionsAssessed nutritional needs for both enteral and parenteral routes in the ICU

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  Fatima Memorial System, Shadman, Lahore

  Feb 2019 - Jul 2019

  Trainee (Clinical Nutrition)

  Performed in-patient nutritional assessments across various wards: Gynecological, Pediatrics, Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Coronary Care Unit (CCU)Comprehensive assessments encompassed anthropometry, biochemical markers, clinical signs, and dietary historyConducted nutritional assessments for out-patientsProvided counselling to patients dealing with chronic and acute conditionsFormulated care plans for a range of health issues, including Weight management, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), Renal, Liver, and Pediatric diseasesEnhanced patient communication and counselling skills Show less

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  University of Glasgow

  May 2020 - Aug 2020

  M.Sc. final project (dissertation)

  Led a web survey on vitamin D and sunlight exposure in U.K. preschoolers (South Asian vs. Anglophone)Proficiently used Jisc survey tool and stastical analsyis software to analyze more than 300 participant responses and identify behavorial trendsFound a substantial 32% lower sun exposure among South Asian children, indicating a notable distinctionLinked results to prior studies and received acknowledgement for pinpointing potential factors influencing differences in serum vitamin D levelsDemonstrated adeptness in research, analysis, and drawing meaningful conclusions with applications in nutrition and public health Show less

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  Nur International University

  Oct 2020 - Sept 2021

  Senior Dietitian/Lecturer

  Instructed and coordinated the Post Graduate Diploma program in Clinical NutritionBecame skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite for developing lesson plans and teaching courses on Physiology, Pathophysiology and Nutrient TherapySupervised project reports analyzing nutritional status using hospital assessment dataStudents enhanced their proficiency by up to 85% in conducting in-hospital nutritional assessments and demonstrated the ability to craft comprehensive research reports Show less

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  Freelance

  Jul 2023 - now

  Nutrition and Health Consultant

  As a Freelance Nutrition and Health Consultant, I provide personalized dietary guidance and support to help individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. My services include:• Conducting detailed nutritional assessments and developing customized meal plans.• Offering one-on-one coaching sessions to address specific health concerns and dietary needs.• Educating clients on healthy eating habits and lifestyle changes for sustainable results.• Monitoring progress and making adjustments to plans to ensure continuous improvement.• Utilizing evidence-based practices to promote overall well-being and prevent chronic diseases.My approach combines scientific knowledge with practical strategies to empower clients to make informed decisions about their health. Show less