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isabel thien

@isabelthien

Experienced registered nutritionist specializing in community nutrition, lactation support, and public-health program leadership.

Malaysia

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead community and clinical nutrition programs, provide nutrition consultation and technical support, and drive measurable public health improvements.

I am a Registered Nutritionist with 13 years' experience, including a decade as a Community Nutritionist managing district-level nutrition programs and patient care. I deliver evidence-based nutrition consultations across maternal-child health, weight management, maternal anemia, and malnutrition.

I have led program planning, implementation and monitoring, preparing annual nutrition action plans, conducting BFHI audits, implementing school healthy meal and edible garden programs, and delivering training and Continuing Nutrition Education to staff and communities.

I combine clinical nutrition skills with quality-assurance experience, data reporting, and strong stakeholder collaboration to improve outcomes. I am committed to patient-centered care, workforce development, and measurable community health impact.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Nutritionist

National Lactation Centre, Ministry of Health Malaysia

Mar 2024 - May 2025 (1 year 2 months)

Provided induced lactation consultations with regular follow-ups to monitor progress and address concerns. Delivered lactation training to healthcare staff and the public, while responding empathetically to patient inquiries on nutrition and breastfeeding. Maintained accurate records, developed educational tools, and conducted BFHI audits to ensure compliance with WHO standards.

BFHI Audits Patient Counseling Training Delivery Record keeping Breastfeeding Support Health Education

Nutritionist

Ministry of Health Malaysia

Nov 2013 - Feb 2024 (10 years 3 months)

Conducted nutritional status analysis, planned and implemented district-level nutrition programs, and provided individualized counseling for weight management, NCD prevention, and maternal-child health. Delivered workshops, cooking demos, and community interventions, promoted breastfeeding and healthy eating, monitored program outcomes, and led staff training and development.

Nutrition Assessments Counseling Training Delivery Data Reporting

Nutritionist

AMES United

Sep 2011 - Jun 2013 (1 year 9 months)

Developed training materials, conducted in-store consultations and seminars, supported product development and sales growth, and monitored client progress on weight management.

Training Development Consultation Product Training Sales Support Nutrition Communication Weight Management

Summer Lunch Site Supervisor

Gallatin Valley Food Bank

Jun 2008 - Aug 2008 (2 months)

Supervised summer lunch program operations, prepared and served meals for children, ensured food safety, and developed educational materials and activities.

Food Safety Volunteer coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Montana State University, Bozeman

Bachelor of Science, Food and Nutrition

2006 - 2010

Activities and societies: Coursework included Community Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutritional Assessment and Counseling, HACCP, Research Methods, Macronutrient and Micronutrient Metabolism; participated in Montana Nutrition and Physical Activity Program and volunteered at Gallatin Valley Food Bank.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition with a Dietetics option, covering community nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, and food safety principles.