Physician Assistant Studies
Charlene Dubois, MPA, RD
Professor
duboisch@gvsu.edu
616.331.5987
Education
BS, Home Economics/Dietetics - Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Dietetic Internship - The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati,OH
MPA, Health Care Concentration
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Interests
Promoting excellence in nutritional care
Education of health professionals
Family and friends
Faith-based community service, collecting antique china, hiking, biking, reading
Professional Involvement
American Dietetic Association
Management in Food and Nutrition Systems Practice Group
Secretary, Behavioral Health Nutrition Practice Group, 2010 – Present
Treasurer, Dietitians of West Michigan, 2006 – 2010
West Michigan Diet Manual Committee 1995 – 2002
Peer Network for Nutrition Diagnosis 2006
Publications & Accomplishments
Publications:
- Nutrition and Depression: Good Food for a Good Mood. Developmental Issues. 2004. 23:1,1-2.
- Nutrition and Depression/Mental Health. Psychiatric Nutrition Therapy Resource Guide for Dietetics Professionals Practicing Behavioral Health Care. 2006. Behavior Health Nutrition Practice Group.
- Top 6 Reasons to Avoid/Limit Caffeine. Psychiatric Nutrition Therapy Resource Guide for Dietetics Professionals Practicing Behavioral Health Care. 2006. Behavioral Health Nutrition Practice Group.
Accomplishments:
- Led a cross-functional work group which improved tray accuracy by 24% at a local long-term/sub acute care facility.
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Initiated and led interdisciplinary Infection Control Subcommittee which decreased the number of urinary tract infections on an older adult unit.
Initiated and coordinated interdisciplinary work group project to improve meal service to dependent residents at a local long-term care and rehab facility.
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