Dept of Clinical Nutrition, Boston Children's Hospital
Jessica Brie Leonard, BS, RD, LDN is a Senior Clinical Nutrition Specialist at Boston Children’s Hospital working with pediatric patients with cystic fibrosis, and patients undergoing lung transplantation. She attended Emerson College and completed a Bachelor of Science degree in print journalism and public relations. After working in marketing and public relations for 10 years she returned to school at Simmons College and earned her certificate of dietetics. She completed her dietetic internship through the Sodexo Distance Program. Her goal throughout this career change was to work on an inpatient pediatric team where a high-value is placed on an inter-disciplinary approach to care. Her work with the cystic fibrosis and lung transplant population began 10 years ago and she is passionate about partnering with patients and families to achieve their nutrition goals. She holds additional certifications as a Certified Clinical Transplant Dietitian (CCTD), a Certified Specialist in Pediatrics (CSP), and a Certified Advanced Cystic Fibrosis Dietitian (CACFD).
Friday, September 27, 2024
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM ET