Vidya Sharma

Vidya Sharma serves as Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics within the College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Translational Science from UTSA/UT Health, San Antonio
• M.A. in Nutrition & Food Science from Wayne State University
• B.H.M.S. from the University of Mumbai

Her research integrates clinical nutrition with community health policy, focusing on diabetes management, weight intervention strategies, and translational applications of nutritional science. Special emphasis is placed on culturally responsive dietary approaches for diverse populations.

Professional certifications held:

• Registered Dietitian (RD)
• Licensed Dietitian in Texas (LD)
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
• Certificate in Weight Management

As part of HCAP's mission-driven framework, her work bridges clinical practice with community health initiatives to address complex social determinants of nutrition-related health outcomes.