This career development opportunity for dietetics students and members offers the chance to share your work with state-level professionals. This may be particularly helpful to graduate students or beginning investigators. During the week of the Spring Assembly, posters and presenters will be evaluated by the professional development committee with the highest scoring poster being awarded a $100 gift card.
2025 Poster Presentations
The IL Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is excited to present an engaging lineup of poster board presentations at the 2025 Spring Symposium! These innovative projects showcase the latest advancements in clinical nutrition, enteral nutrition transitions, evaluation methodologies, leadership development, and individualized patient care.
Nasogastric tube (NGT) dislodgment is a common challenge in enteral feeding. This presentation explores SecureFeed, a novel approach to improving NGT retention, ensuring optimal nutrition delivery, and reducing complications. Link to Video: https://youtu.be/1swGec5cCR8
From Hospital to Home: Facilitating a Smooth Transition for Patients Receiving Enteral Nutrition Presented by Sarah Lackowski, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC
Discharge planning for enteral nutrition patients can be complex. This session provides insights into best practices for a seamless transition from hospital to home, enhancing patient adherence and outcomes.
Retrospective Pretest Posttest Evaluation Method Minimizes Response-Shift Bias Presented by Dr. Paula Milas Sochacki, EdD, MPH, RD, LDN
Evaluating educational interventions can be tricky due to response-shift bias. This presentation highlights how a retrospective pretest-posttest methodology enhances accuracy in measuring changes in knowledge and attitudes. Link to Video: https://youtu.be/i_r39tDGVCk
Multicultural Scholars Program Fosters Leadership Development and Cultural Competence Presented by Dr. Paula Milas Sochacki, EdD, MPH, RD, LDN
Diversity in the field of nutrition is vital. This presentation showcases how the Multicultural Scholars Program cultivates leadership and cultural competence among emerging nutrition professionals. Link to Video: https://youtu.be/1HDSsmAM0ec
Improving Patient Outcomes through Individualized Nutrition Plans Based on Caloric and Protein Deficits
Presented by Val Chudzinski, MA, RD, LDN, CNSC
Precision in nutrition care can lead to better patient outcomes. This presentation delves into how individualized nutrition plans tailored to caloric and protein deficits can optimize recovery and health. Link to Video: https://youtu.be/-QOELKr91T8
Developing a Weight Management Lesson for IL Extension Nutrition Education and a Recruitment Tool of Rural Residents for an Online Weight Loss Program
Presented by Kayla Lammy
This presentation explores the development of a weight management lesson tailored for IL Extension Nutrition Education and strategies to recruit rural residents for an online weight loss program. Link to Video: https://youtu.be/QmlO4TSoqjI
Earn CE Credit!
To earn CE credit, watch the five-minute video presentation for each poster board and complete the associated evaluation. Stay ahead of the curve in clinical nutrition and informatics while gaining valuable insights that can enhance your practice.
