معرفی
Emily Johnson serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences (Nutrition & Dietetics) at Augusta University's College of Allied Health Sciences. A credentialed Licensed Registered Dietitian (RDN), she teaches advanced graduate courses including Medical Nutrition Therapy and Geriatric Nutrition.
Education:
- MS in Nutrition Sciences, Illinois State University (2023)
- BS in Food and Nutrition, Southern Illinois University A (2006)
Her research critically examines pediatric nutritional disorders, with emphasis on obesity etiology, infant growth trajectories, and malnutrition interventions. This work addresses foundational health challenges impacting childhood development and long-term metabolic outcomes.
Scholarly contributions include a 2023 national survey analyzing interprofessional education frameworks in radiologic technology programs, advancing discourse on collaborative healthcare training models and curriculum standardization across medical disciplines.
Advising and Service:
- Faculty Advisor, Student Nutrition Allied Health Club (2023-Present)
- Committee Member, MS-DI Admissions Committee (2023-Present)
- Committee Member, MS-DI Advisory Board (2023-Present)
- Committee Member, CAHS IPE Committee (2022-Present)
- Student Health/Campus Dietitian (2022-Present)
Community engagement extends to Ronald McDonald Charities House, Warren Church youth basketball coaching, and Golden Harvest Food Bank operations, reflecting integrated academic-public health praxis.
