Kate Walker

Kate Walker is Assistant Professor of Practice and Nutrition Clinical Instructor in Simmons University's Nutrition Department. A board-certified specialist in gerontological nutrition (CSG), she brings extensive clinical experience in acute, subacute, and long-term care settings. Her research addresses malnutrition identification and micronutrient deficiencies in older adults.

As a national trainer for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) program, she teaches advanced malnutrition detection to practitioners nationwide. Her scholarship examines nutritional challenges in aging populations, particularly regarding B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin D, and iron deficiencies.

Honors include: Silver Linings Award from Simmons' Center for Faculty Excellence (2020) recognizing innovative teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. She serves on the Interprofessional Education Committee developing collaborative healthcare curricula.