Mrs. Lara Sokoloff MS, RD

1720 Evergreen Drive
Harrisonburg, VIRGINIA 22801
US

I am a registered dietitian with over 12 years of experience in everything from pediatrics to gerontology. I have worked in teaching hospitals, long term care and community settings. I love to help clients learn about nutrition and hope to help those in need of nutrition as medicine.

Specialties

HIV/AIDS
Writing for Online and Print
Postpartum Nutrition
General Nutrition, Wellness
Foodservice/Restaurant Management
Community Nutrition
Prenatal Nutrition
Public Speaking, Lecturing
Cancer/Oncology
Food Safety
Eating Disorders
Public Health
Healthy Eating
Food Service
Education, Teaching, Training

Work History

~Program Coordinator, 2011 to present. Valley Mobile Nutrition Services, Harrisonburg, Va Developed a pilot program to assess the need for a home meal delivery service for people with life-changing illnesses. Created a menu based on individual needs and prepared and delivered food to individuals during this pilot program. Also gained experience in grant writing to further funding for program. ~Dietetics Laboratory Manager, 2011 to present. James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va Oversees JMU dietetics labs. Inventories and purchases food items. Assists with teaching as needed. Coordinates schedules and budget for the labs. ~Graduate Assistant, 2009 to 2011. James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va. Assisted university dietetics faculty with grading exams and assignments, researched projects and classroom instruction. ~Consultant Dietitian, Jan. 2008 to Aug. 2009. Harrisonburg Dietitians, Harrisonburg, Va. Performed nutritional screening, assessment and therapy for hospital patients and assisted-living and nursing home residents. Planned facility menus and counseled individual patients in medical nutrition therapy. ~Adjunct Instructor, Jan. to May 2010. James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va. Taught a quantity foods lab class, focusing on cooking in quantity, portion control and restaurant management. ~Clinical Dietitian, Nov. 2003 to July 2007. UNC Health Care / UNC Hospitals, Chapel Hill, N.C. Performed nutritional screening, assessment and therapy for hospital patients. Counseled patients and consulted with families on menu planning and dietary recommendations. Conduct quality assurance projects. Survey patient satisfaction. ~Clinical Dietitian, Dec. 2001 to Aug. 2003. Sodexho / Capital Health System, Trenton, N.J. Performed nutritional screening, assessment and therapy for hospital patients. Counseled patients and consulted with families on menu planning and dietary recommendations. Conduct quality assurance projects. Survey patient satisfaction. ~Adjunct Instructor, Jan. to May 2002. Camden County College, Blackwood, N.J. Taught an introductory college course on nutrition principles, diet therapy and cultural influences on dietary intake. ~Nutrition Assistant, June 1999 to July 2000. Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Philadelphia, Pa., Planned and distributed Maternal & Child Health Department educational materials to community groups, public health center doctors, charitable organizations, food banks, and area schools.

Education

Master of Science in Health Sciences, Dietetics Concentration, May 2011. James Madison University. Harrisonburg, Va. GPA: 3.8. Coursework: integrated nutrition, sports nutrition, professional practice issues, nutrition education counseling, current topics in food and nutrition. Dietetic Intern, Aug. 2000 to May 2001. College of St. Elizabeth, Morristown, N.J. ADA-accredited dietetic internship at clinical and community rotation sites. Bachelor of Science, Nutrition & Food Science, 2000. Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pa., GPA: 3.8. Dean’s list. Graduated magna cum laude.

Memberships

Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Member of the Blue Ridge Dietetic Association.

Qualifications