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2024 NvAND Annual Conference
April 23-27, 2024
Las Vegas, NV
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Thank you for joining us for a fun and interactive annual conference which will be a mix of virtual and hybrid to meet everyone's needs. The evenings of the 23rd, 24th and 25th will have virtual presentations. Legislative Day will happen on Friday the 26th. Then we will wrap up with an in-person keynote and networking in Las Vegas. 8+ CPEs (pending)
CPE Certificates, Slides and Virtual Session recordings will be uploaded to this Conference Home page the evening of each event. |
Silent Auction
Virtual Weekday Sessions
Friday Legislative Day
Saturday In-Person Networking
Virtual Weekday Sessions
Tues 23rd
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Your Academy in Action
Ellen Shanley, MBA, RDN, CDN, FAND - Immediate Past President of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 6:00pm - 7:00pm 1.0 CPE (Pending) 
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The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – our members, our leaders and our Headquarters Team – have made a strong commitment to seeking, creating and implementing solutions to food and nutrition issues that affect all people, and to creating a preferred future for the profession and members that supports the Academy’s mission, vision and Strategic Plan. Learning Objectives:
By the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to: 1. Know about current activities and recent developments at the Academy and the Foundation. 2. Be more knowledgeable about important Academy initiatives in areas including but not limited to public policy and advocacy; membership recruitment, retention and benefits; and student engagement and leadership opportunities. 3. Understand how members are the Academy, and how leadership and the Headquarters Team works with members to advance members’ personal and professional development. Performance Indicators:
1.1.5 Integrates new knowledge and skills into practice. 2.3.3 Identifies opportunities for shared benefit and vision. 3.2 Advocates for, and participates in, activities that support advancement of the profession. 12.1.1 Advocates for and promotes food and nutrition programs and resources to address issues of food insecurity, nutritional health and overall health and wellness. Speaker Bio:
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Cardiometabolic Benefits of Plant-Based Diets
Matthew Landry, PhD, RDN, DipACLM, FAND, FAHA 7:00pm - 8:00pm 1.0 CPEU 
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Join us for an engaging session on the cardiometabolic effects of omnivorous vs vegan diets among identical twins from a recently published randomized clinical trial and gain insights into the factors that influence dietary adherence and sustainability. This session will evaluate and interpret the currently available evidence on the efficacy of plant-based eating patterns in preventing and treating nutrition-related chronic diseases. The session will also provide practical tips for helping individuals prepare nutrient-rich and delicious plant- based meals in their daily lives. Learning Objectives:
1. Describe components of a plant-based diet and their benefits for the prevention and treatment of nutrition-related chronic diseases. 2. Describe key findings of a study comparing the cardiometabolic effects of omnivorous and vegan diets among identical twins. 3. Develop strategies to assist patients and clients in adopting and adhering to plant-based eating patterns. Performance Indicators:
1.7.5; 8.1.1; 13.2.6 Speaker Bio:
Matthew Landry is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Population Health and Disease Prevention at the University of California, Irvine. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Food Sciences from Louisiana State University and completed his doctoral degree in Nutritional Sciences and dietetic internship from The University of Texas at Austin. He then completed a postdoctoral research fellowship in cardiovascular disease prevention at the Stanford University Prevention Research Center. His current research focuses on identifying the optimal diet (or diets) for chronic disease prevention, addressing the methodological challenges of designing, implementing, and reporting clinical trials that test dietary patterns, and quantifying behavioral and environmental factors that influence what people are eating and how much of it is driven by inequities and social justice issues. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Heart Association. Recording
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Wed 24th
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A Dietitian’s Guide to Gender Inclusive Nutrition Care: Education, Counseling & Clinical Considerations
Drew Hemler, MSc, RD, CDN, FAND 6:00pm - 7:00pm 1.0 CPEU 
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Dietetic practitioners are providers of appropriate nutrition care for all, including gender diverse clients and in context of education & counseling environments. Our approach, coupled with clinical knowledge, is essential for guiding individuals through their unique health journey. This session provides foundational information about gender diversity, relative communications, education & counseling principles, and a review of the latest evidence for nutrition care recommendations for individuals seeking and pursuing gender-affirming care. This session meets the 1.0 CPEU in ethics. Learning Objectives:
After attending the session, participants will be able to: 1. Relate gender diversity's relevance to nutrition care 2. Apply language & communication principles to gender diverse populations in order to build trust & rapport within the RD-patient relationship. 3. Discuss clinical considerations of gender diversity in order to implement appropriate nutrition care plans. 4. Consider supportive education & counseling strategies for LGBTQ+ patients/clients in order to foster motivation and facilitate relevant food & nutrition behavior changes. Performance Indicators:
1.5.1, 2.1.1, 8.1.1, 9.6.2 Speaker Bio:
Drew Hemler (he/him) is an internationally accredited, award-winning registered dietitian with 15+ years of collective experience providing nutrition education, counseling, and communication services in academic, community, non-profit, corporate, public event & private practice settings. He serves as a Lecturer & Advisor for Buffalo State University; as a Consultant & RD Service Provider for Canada’s Microsoft, MedWorks & TELUS Health; and as an employee wellness program provider for organizations in both New York & Ontario. As a member of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community himself, Drew evolved from making mistakes in nutrition care for those with non-conforming gender identities to leading with a gender-affirming, strengths-based approach by learning from respective client, colleague, family, friend, and community experiences. Drew celebrates dietitians in all areas of practice & is a proud Fellow of our Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. Recording
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Transitioning Diet Therapy from Conservative to Chronic Management
David E. St-Jules, RD PhD 7:00pm to 8:00pm 1.0 CPEU 
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This session will examine the transition in diet therapy in people with kidney failure from conservative management towards chronic disease management. Learning Objectives:
By the end of this presentation, dietitians will be able to: 1. describe the nature of diet therapy in chronic diseases such as kidney failure. 2. explain the rationale and shortcomings of the traditional problem-oriented, nutrient-based approach to diet therapy in people with kidney disease. 3. describe the current shift towards health promotion in the food-based approach towards diet therapy in people with kidney disease. Performance Indicators:
8.1.1 Uses evidence-based literature and standards to determine nutritional needs of target audiences. 8.2.2 Differentiates between outdated and current evidence-based practice related to the management of diseases and clinical conditions. 8.2.3 Analyzes new information and how it impacts medical nutrition therapy. Speaker Bio:
David St-Jules is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on nutrition assessment and diet therapy for people with kidney failure, particularly those undergoing dialysis treatment. Recording
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Thurs 25th
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Precision Nutrition - Recent Advances and Controversies in Genetic Testing
Ahmed El-Sohemy, PhD 6:00pm to 7:00pm 1.0 CPEU 
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There is increasing awareness among researchers, educators, healthcare professionals and consumers that the one-size-fits-all, population-based approach to nutritional guidance is inefficient and sometimes ineffective. Genetic differences can explain some of these different responses and randomized controlled trials show that giving DNA-based dietary advice can be superior to population-based recommendations for improving compliance. With increasing consumer awareness and demand for genetic testing, there is a need for registered dietitian nutritionists to have sufficient knowledge to understand the science behind these tests, and determine the benefits and limitations of both the science and the testing. Learning Objectives:
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• 4.1.2 Interprets and integrates evidence-based research and literature in decision-making • 8.1.1 Interprets and applies evidence-based literature and standards for determining nutritional needs of target audiences. • 9.4.6 Demonstrates competent use of technology to enhance learning experiences and the delivery of information. Speaker Bio:
Dr. Ahmed El-Sohemy is a Professor and Associate Chair at the University of Toronto. He is also the Founder of Nutrigenomix Inc., serves as Chief Science Officer and is Chair of the company’s International Science Advisory Board. Dr. El-Sohemy obtained his PhD from the University of Toronto and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard. He has published in the top scientific and medical journals with over 200 peer-reviewed publications and has given more than 300 invited talks around the world. He is currently Specialty Chief Editor of Nutrigenomics for Frontiers in Nutrition and Editor-in-Chief of Genes and Nutrition while serving on the editorial board of ten other scientific and medical journals. Dr. El-Sohemy has been a member of international expert advisory panels and the scientific advisory boards of several organizations. His research has garnered considerable media attention and has appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Toronto Star, Globe & Mail, Vogue, GQ and Prevention magazine, as well as several other international TV and print media. Dr. El-Sohemy is the recipient of several awards for research excellence by the Canadian Nutrition Society, the American College of Nutrition, and the American Nutrition Association. Recording
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Feeding Clark County School District
Jake Yarberry, MPH, RDN, LD 7:00pm - 8:00pm 1.0 CPEU 
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Discuss Clark County School District's Food Service Department, Federal Nutrition Guidelines that need to be followed. Hot Topics like Universal Meals, Supply Chain Issues ,and the proposed new guidelines for the National School Lunch Program. Learning Objectives:
Dietitians will be able to: Summarize what nutritional guidance school meals must follow Explain where CCSD gets its funding to provide meals at "no cost" Identify why the School Nutrition Association and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics are on opposite sides of the "Proposed new guidelines for NSLP" Performance Indicators:
13.2.1, 13.3.7, 13.2.4 Speaker Bio:
Jake Yarberry is currently the Menu Planner/Dietitian and an Administrator with Clark County School District the 5th largest school district in the nation. He has been lucky to serve in many capacities on the NvAND board. In his past life he was an entertainer but now is fairly boring. Recording
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Friday Legislative Day
Friday Legislative Day
Virtual Meetings
Virtual Meetings
House Rep/SenatorMeeting Time 4/26 PST
7:30 am PST - Office of Mark E. Amodei -- JOIN HERE
8:15 am PST -- Office of Dina Titus -- CANCELLED
9:00 am PST - Office of Jacky Rosen -- JOIN HERE
9:30 am PST - Office of Steven Horsford -- JOIN HERE
11:00 am PST - Office of Susie Lee -- JOIN HERE
Noon PST - Office of Catherine Cortez-Masto1 -- JOIN HERE
Join the Nevada Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics for our Legislative Day on April 26th!
What is Legislative Day?
7:30 am PST - Office of Mark E. Amodei -- JOIN HERE
8:15 am PST -- Office of Dina Titus -- CANCELLED
9:00 am PST - Office of Jacky Rosen -- JOIN HERE
9:30 am PST - Office of Steven Horsford -- JOIN HERE
11:00 am PST - Office of Susie Lee -- JOIN HERE
Noon PST - Office of Catherine Cortez-Masto1 -- JOIN HERE
Join the Nevada Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics for our Legislative Day on April 26th!
What is Legislative Day?
- Time set aside by congressional offices to speak to voters on issues that matter to them AND speak to those who are subject matter experts in that area.
- This is our opportunity to voice support for legislation that impacts areas of nutrition and public health (MNT reimbursement, food insecurity and food assistance, obesity treatment, and dietitian licensure).
- This allows congressional offices to determine support for bills and strengthens the likelihood congress will pass bills that strengthen nutrition and public health policy.
- This year the day will be virtual, so you can join from work or home and make your voice heard regardless of whether or not you can attend the conference.
- Complete the Google forms survey to express interest in which sessions you wish to attend (your specific representatives for your area vs all sessions)
- Provide your contact info so we can send you the links to join the April 26th sessions!
PRIOR TO LEGISLATIVE DAY, WATCH THE TRAINING VIDEO BELOW TO BE READY FOR THE LIVE VIRTUAL MEETING.
After you register you will receive a calendar invite with the link for the sessions you signed up for.
After you register you will receive a calendar invite with the link for the sessions you signed up for.
Saturday In-Person Networking
Saturday In-Person Networking Luncheon Event
UNLV Campus - Foundation Building
Las Vegas, NV
LOCATION MAP - 2024 annual conference map.png
[In Google Maps, enter “UNLV Lot Y” or “4259 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89119” (The Degree) for full directions.
The Foundation Building is across the street (Cottage Grove) from The Degree Apartments]
Las Vegas, NV
LOCATION MAP - 2024 annual conference map.png
[In Google Maps, enter “UNLV Lot Y” or “4259 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89119” (The Degree) for full directions.
The Foundation Building is across the street (Cottage Grove) from The Degree Apartments]
Hotel Info:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Las Vegas Tropicana, and the Candlewood Suites Las Vegas Tropicana located just 1.4 miles from the UNLV campus and Harry Reid Airport! These two hotels are located just a 6–8-minute walk to the Las Vegas Strip allowing walkable access to world class restaurants, entertainment, and shopping for your guests. We are also conveniently located just 1.4 miles from the airport, and of course we are 100% smoke free which is nice in Las Vegas!
Book for $199/night. Contact Sara Mausbach for this great deal: [email protected]
Holiday Inn: www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/las-vegas/lasta/hoteldetail
Candlewood Suites: www.ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/us/en/las-vegas/lastr/hoteldetail
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Las Vegas Tropicana, and the Candlewood Suites Las Vegas Tropicana located just 1.4 miles from the UNLV campus and Harry Reid Airport! These two hotels are located just a 6–8-minute walk to the Las Vegas Strip allowing walkable access to world class restaurants, entertainment, and shopping for your guests. We are also conveniently located just 1.4 miles from the airport, and of course we are 100% smoke free which is nice in Las Vegas!
Book for $199/night. Contact Sara Mausbach for this great deal: [email protected]
Holiday Inn: www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/las-vegas/lasta/hoteldetail
Candlewood Suites: www.ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/us/en/las-vegas/lastr/hoteldetail
Welcome
Saturday, April 27th
10:00am
Saturday, April 27th
10:00am
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Improving and Individualizing the Energy Balance Assessment:
Beyond the Mifflin-St. Jeor Equation! 10:00am to 11:30am Dr. Sachiko St. Jeor, PhD, RDN, FAND, FADA Erica Forzani, Ph.D. 1.0 CPE |
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10:00 to 10:30 (30 minute Lecture & Discussion) This session is part of an emerging Energy Balance Initiative (EBI) which is a "Call to Action" for RDNs and NDTRs to be proactive in including energy balance assessments and individualized recommendations (kcal/d requirements) into every nutrition care plan. Dr. St. Jeor will present the limitations of the current equation and discuss different programs and approaches being evaluated to improve the assessments and resulting recommendations. She will define weight maintenance (WM) as a new frontier for successful weight management and propose weight changes/fluctuations as clinical indicators (vital signs) to evaluate outcomes.
10:30 to 11:00 (30 minute Lecture & Discussion) Dr. Forzani will present new technology, the background and application of indirect calorimetry to measure Resting Energy Expenditure and Respiratory Quotient.
11:00 to 11:30 Lecture/Demonstration (Limited "Hands on Training with 2 pairs). A Live Lecture/Demonstration Training Session on the Indirect Calorimeter led by Dr. Forzani will be held in an adjacent room.
10:30 to 11:00 (30 minute Lecture & Discussion) Dr. Forzani will present new technology, the background and application of indirect calorimetry to measure Resting Energy Expenditure and Respiratory Quotient.
11:00 to 11:30 Lecture/Demonstration (Limited "Hands on Training with 2 pairs). A Live Lecture/Demonstration Training Session on the Indirect Calorimeter led by Dr. Forzani will be held in an adjacent room.
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1. Describe 3 current limitations to the energy balance equation and suggest solutions. 2. Define weight maintenance (WM) and weight fluctuations (WF) and list at least 3 factors that could affect the accurate interpretation over time. 3. List 3 advantages of applying indirect calorimetry vs. the Mifflin-St. Jeor Equation in the EB Assessment. 4. Explain how the MSJE/IDC ratio can be helpful in interpreting results.
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4.1 Demonstration of sound professional judgment and strategic thinking in practice 4.1.5 Demonstration of effective, appropriate and timely consultation with experts and others. 3.1.2 Fosters a culture in which diversity and cross-tem collaboration is valued.
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Dr. Sachiko St. Jeor is Professor Emerita of Clinical Medicine, at the University of Nevada School of Medicine here in Reno. She is a 50 year member of the AND and a member of our Reno, NvAND. She is President and CEO of St. Jeor Nutrition Associates, PLLC (dba GenQuest Nutrition) and Director of their Energy Balance Initiative. This "initiative" builds on the Mifflin-St. Jeor Equation which is used world-wide for the prediction of Resting Energy Expenditure. With new technologies and methods available, she believes the TIME IS NOW to improve and personalize the energy balance equation. Thus, this presentation is a "Call to Action" for RDNs and NDTRs to take the lead of the interprofessional weight management team by integrating energy balance assessments (kcal/d) and recommendations to promote "weight maintenance as the new frontier for successful weight management overall. Practices will be enhanced and new opportunities will ensue.
Erica Forzani is an Professor in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), Director of ASU – Mayo Clinic Medical Devices and Methods Laboratory at ASU’s Health Futures Center, and Deputy Director of the Center for Bioelectronics & Biosensors at ASU’s Biodesign Institute, ASU. Her laboratory creates use-inspired smart and wearable health technologies, comprising artificial intelligence combined with point-of-care, home-use, and passive and unobtrusive detection. Her lab’s philosophy is first to explore the real world needs and then proceed to invent to satisfy the need.
Erica Forzani is an Professor in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), Director of ASU – Mayo Clinic Medical Devices and Methods Laboratory at ASU’s Health Futures Center, and Deputy Director of the Center for Bioelectronics & Biosensors at ASU’s Biodesign Institute, ASU. Her laboratory creates use-inspired smart and wearable health technologies, comprising artificial intelligence combined with point-of-care, home-use, and passive and unobtrusive detection. Her lab’s philosophy is first to explore the real world needs and then proceed to invent to satisfy the need.
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Graduate Topics and Abstract Presentations
11:30am - 12:30pm
1.0 CPEU (Pending)
11:30am - 12:30pm
1.0 CPEU (Pending)
Networking and Luncheon
12:30pm to 1:15pm
12:30pm to 1:15pm
Business and Awards
1:15pm to 1:45pm
1:15pm to 1:45pm
Poster Sessions
1:45pm to 2:45pm
1.0. CPEU (Pending)
1:45pm to 2:45pm
1.0. CPEU (Pending)
Member Networking
2:45pm to 3:30pm
2:45pm to 3:30pm
Questions? Email [email protected]
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