Varsha D. Bhide
Corlim-Tiswadi
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Dietitian
Healthway Hospitals, Goa
Old Goa
03.2020 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments to identify dietary needs and preferences.
- Educated patients on nutrition-related topics through workshops and one-on-one sessions.
- Reviewed and updated hospital menus to ensure compliance with nutritional guidelines.
- Mentored junior dietitians and interns on best practices in dietary management.
- Monitored patient progress towards achieving nutritional goals and modified treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Held trainings for food service personnel on food handling practices, as well as food hygiene.
Nutrition Expert
Directorate of Education, Goa
Porvorim
02.2014 - 01.2020
- Conducted workshops for self-help group organizations on healthy cooking practices, along with guidelines on the storage and transport of hygienic foods to schools.
- Reviewed and updated school meal plans to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Designed instructional materials for nutrition education targeting diverse student populations.
- Assisted in evaluating the effectiveness of nutrition initiatives, such as the Mid Day Meal Scheme, within the educational system.
- Developed recipes that met specific dietary requirements while providing maximum flavor appeal.
Nutritionist
VLCC
Panjim
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments and evaluations for clients.
- Analyzed medical histories, symptoms and laboratory data to determine nutrient requirements of patients.
- Developed personalized weight loss plans for diverse client needs.
Education
Certificate - Postnatal Nutrition
ComplEAT Nutrition Care
Chennai08-2025
Dietitian Course - FODMAP Diet For IBS-Course
Monash University
Australia07-2025
Diabetes Educator - Diabetes Management
Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Education Academy
Chennai03-2023
Master of Science - Food, Nutrition And Processing
S.N.D.T. University
Pune06-2013
Bachelor of Science - Food, Nutrition And Dietetics
Goa College of Home Science
Panjim04-2011
Skills
- Nutrition counseling
- Behavior change strategies
- Diabetes management expertise
- Dietary management in postnatal motherfood handling practices
- Food storage techniques
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Temperature control
- Personal hygiene monitoring
- Color-coding systems
- Personal hygiene enforcement
Accomplishments
- Completed a thesis in partial fulfillment of the academics during M. Sc. On
‘Value addition of discarded watermelon rind to process into ‘Petha’ and
conducted shelf life study on it. Won a “Scholarship” for the same from Pravin
Masalewale, Pune.
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Marathi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Konkani
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- Life Member of Indian Dietetic Association (Mumbai Chapter) LM-2068
- Diabetes Educator
- Food Safety Supervisor
- Postnatal Nutrition
- FODMAP Diet for IBS (pursuing)
Affiliations
- Love for food, travel and culture
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Dietitian
Healthway Hospitals, Goa
03.2020 - Current
Nutrition Expert
Directorate of Education, Goa
02.2014 - 01.2020
Nutritionist
VLCC
08.2013 - 10.2013
Certificate - Postnatal Nutrition
ComplEAT Nutrition Care
Dietitian Course - FODMAP Diet For IBS-Course
Monash University
Diabetes Educator - Diabetes Management
Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Education Academy
Master of Science - Food, Nutrition And Processing
S.N.D.T. University
Bachelor of Science - Food, Nutrition And Dietetics
Goa College of Home Science
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