PAND 2019 AME

 

Welcome to the 2019 Annual Meeting & Exhibition

Friday, March 29 & Saturday, March 30, 2019

Pittsburgh Marriott North
100 Cranberry Woods Drive, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066

​(724) 772-3700

INSIDE THIS PROGRAM GUIDE

Welcome

FAQs

PAND Board of Directors

PAND 2019 AME Committee

Award and Scholarship winners

Quick Program Guide
Session descriptions and speaker bios
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Things to do & places to eat and shop in Cranberry Twp.
Hotel map

#PAND2019AME

Welcome!

Please join in our excitement as we welcome you to this year’s meeting! It’s filled with opportunities to
connect with peers, grow in knowledge, and fan your flames of passion for our profession. The meeting
offers a new versatile format with options including a pre-conference workshop, ½ day, one day and full
conference rates; speakers, exhibits and posters on a wide range of cutting-edge topics to provide up
to 15 CPEUs. Other innovative offerings this year include a free of charge Movie Night, with a panel
discussion on the documentary “Food Evolution” for meeting attendees. There will also be plenty of
opportunities for fun and drawings for gift baskets and the inaugural Wine Pull during the Opening Night
reception & PANDF Fundraiser. Watch for the PAND PAC fundraiser and other surprises!
On behalf of the PAND BOD and the AME Planning Committee, we thank you for attending the PAND
2019 AME. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed planning it.
Sincerely,
Brigid Neary, 2018-2019 PAND President
Juliet Mancino and Lisa Martich, 2019 AME Co-Chairs and the PAND 2019 AME Planning Committee

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FAQs

1. What does my registration include? ​The registration fee includes up to 15 CPEUs (extra fee may
apply for pre-workshop); access to exhibits/poster session, speaker presentations and handouts; snack
breaks & cocktail reception on Friday; breakfast & lunch on Saturday; networking opportunities with
fellow professionals throughout the meeting! Lunch is on your own on Friday

2. When do the Exhibits open?​ The Exhibits are on Friday only and will be open at NOON and
continue through 3:15pm. The unopposed times are: 12-12:30 pm and 2:00-3:15 pm.

3. Is there a fundraising event? ​The 6th Annual Opening Night Reception/PANDF Fundraiser will be
held Friday, March 29, 2019 at 5:10 PM. Admission is included in Friday registration; basket and wine
pull drawings will be held to raise donations for the PANDF scholarship and other funded activities.
Please support PANDF by buying basket drawing and/or Wine Pull tickets on Friday!

4. Are there pre-workshops? T​ here is 1 workshop open to all PAND members at no cost who register
for the meeting. It takes places from 9:30-11:30 on Friday, March 29th. It is open to non-members who
register for the meeting for $30. Registration is limited to 100.

5. W​ hat is there to do nearby? L​ ots! See last page for lists and websites.

6. Where do I access handouts? ​We will use your registration email to send you a link on March 25 to
access handouts. Send an email to [email protected] with any concerns​.

7. How do I claim my credits from PAND AME? A​ ll AME sessions, the business meeting, the Award
breakfast lecture by President Russell and poster/exhibits, are 1 CPEU; the Pre-Conference Workshop
is 2. The CPEU certificate can be accessed v​ ia completion of the meeting survey​. You will receive the
survey link at the email you provided with your registration. Expect to receive the link a few days after
the meeting closes.

8.​ W​ hat’s new this year?​ One day registration options, no fee for reception, Wine Pull, Movie Night,
prize drawings, pre-conference workshop (free for PAND members who register for full meeting).

9. What if my phone goes dead? ​We encourage you to bring your own cords/charging pack, but will
have a limited number of charging cords available - ask a volunteer or Committee member (on name
tag) if you have a need.

10. W​ i-Fi:​ ​All guests at the Marriott and meeting registrants will be able to access the internet for free

in their guestrooms, and lobby / meeting spaces, respectively​.

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PAND Board of Directors

President: Brigid Neary, MS, RD, LDN, CDE
President-Elect: Susan Adams, MS, RD, LDN, FAND
Past-President & PANDF Liaison: Shawnee Kelly, MS, RD, LDN
PAND Foundation Director: M​ ichele D. Rager, MS, RDN-AP, LDN, CNSC, FAND
Treasurer: Katherine Bauman, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
Secretary: L​ ois Klinar, MEd, RDN, LDN
Nominating Chair – Central District: Erin Dunleavy, MS, RD, LDN
Chair of Council of District Presidents: Amy Romberger, RD, LDN
Chair of Delegates Elect: Angela Tetteris, MS, RDN, LDN
Delegate – Central: Meg Rowe, MS, RD, LDN, FAND
Delegate – Philadelphia/LVDA: Zachari Breeding, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND

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PAND 2019 AME Planning Committee

Co-Chairs: ​ Juliet Mancino, MS, RDN, CDE, CCRC, LDN, FAND & Lisa Martich, MS, RDN, LDN,
CSOWM
Presiding District - Pittsburgh Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics President: T​ om Hritz, PhD,
RDN
Exhibits & Sponsorship Chairs​: Pat Harper, MS, RD; Sandra Wagner, MS, RD; Cindy Javor, MS, RD
Program Co-Chairs:​ Rosanne Rust, MS, RDN & Angela Tetteris, MS, RDN
Local Arrangements Co-Chairs​: Courtney Riedel, MS, RDN, LDN & Jennifer Bohland-Anhalt, DTR
Publicity/Social Media Chair: J​ ackie Klunk, MS, RDN, LDN
Fundraising Chair: ​Terri Rinaldi, MBA, RDN
Volunteer & CPEU Chair: ​ Rachel Harken, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN
Poster Session Chair: A​ nna Strimel, RDN
Awards Chair: ​Caroline Passerrello, MS, RDN
Publications Chair: ​Renee Wanovich, BS Human Nutrition, Food, and Exercise
PAND Business Manager: ​Jessica Sikes, Kassalen Meeting and Events

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2019 PAND Award Winners

Outstanding Dietitian of Pennsylvania: Ju​ liet Mancino, MS, RDN, CDE, CCRC, LDN, FAND
Keystone Award: Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDE

Outstanding Dietetic Educator
Coordinator Program: Trisha Cousins, MS, RDN, LDN
DPD: Amy Porto, PhD, RD, LDN
DI: Jodie Seybold, MS, RDN, LDN

Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year Award
Philadelphia: Brigid Neary, MS, RD, LDN, CDE
Pittsburgh: Erin Pover, MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN

Recognized Young DTR of the Year: Christy Rickabaugh, DTR

Emerging Dietetic Leader: Colleen Tewksbury, PhD, MPH, RD, LDN

Outstanding Dietetics Student
Coordinated Program: Rachel Duncan
DPD: Dimitra Thomopolous

Scholarship winners:

PANDF General Scholarship
Kelsey Behrndt
Hannah Testa
Erin Fischer
Maria Terry

Diversity Scholarship
Isabel Vasquez
Dimitra Thomopoulos

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PAND 2019 AME Quick Program Guide

Friday - March 29

7:00a - 12:30p Registration Marriott Atrium
8:00a - 12:00p
9:30a - 11:30p PAND Board of Directors Meeting Pittsburgh Room

Pre-Conference Workshop Cranberry III

Charlene Rainey, Director of Research, Foods Connect

Frankie Douglas, RNutr, Nutritics Scientific and Regulatory affairs

The Digital Dietitian - Leveraging modern technology to maximize professional service

Sponsored by Nutritics, Inc.
2 CPEUs
Limited to the first 100 registrants
Lunch on your own

All meeting sessions Friday total 5 CPEUs. All sessions Saturday total 8 CPEUs.  

12:00p - 3:15p Exhibits Open Cranberry IV, V, VI

12:00p - 12:30p Poster-Exhibit Contest ongoing
Basket and Wine Pull ticket sales for PANDF Fundraising- all day
Exhibits - unopposed time

12:40p Welcome Opening Session Welcome Cranberry I, II, III

Brigid Neary, MS, RDN, PAND President

12:45p -12:55p Meg Rowe, MS, RDN, LDN, FADA, FAND
Let’s Make It Happen: Licensure 2019

1:00p -2:00p Keynote​ Address: C​ here Bork, MS, RDN​, L​ N
Passion into Action: 3 Steps to Attracting What You Want with Energy, Enthusiasm,
and Empowerment ​1 CPEU
Diamond Sponsor National Pork Board

No break between keynote and exhibits - please plan accordingly.

2:00p - 3:15p Exhibits - unopposed time 1 CPEU Cranberry IV, V, VI
Poster Session

Yogurt Break - Silver Sponsor Siggi’s Dairy & Infused Waters Hydration Break

2:30p -3:00p Poster Session Judging

3:25p - 4:15p Concurrent sessions

Keith Ayoob, EdD, RDN, FADA, CD/N Cranberry I, II

Protein Needs: How Much Muscle Does the Research Have? ​1 CPEU

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Diamond Sponsor PA Beef Council

Alison Rigby, PhD, DNP, MPH, RD, CNSC Cranberry III

Feeding ICU and Surgical Patients: A Scientific Update ​1 CPEU

Sponsored by Abbott Labs

4:15p - 4:20p Room transit
4:20p - 5:10p
Concurrent sessions Cranberry III
5:20p - 6:10p
Michele Morgan, MS, RD, LDN
6:10p - 6:20p
6:20p -7:55p The Cranberry’s Fight Against Infections: Can Nutrition Help reduce Antibiotic Use?

7:55p - 8:45p Sponsored by Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. 1​ CPEU

Laura Frank, PhD, MPH, RD, LDN Cranberry I, II

Cultural Competence in Counseling and Education ​1 CPEU

Opening Night Reception-PANDF Fundraiser Cranberry IV

Hors d'Oeuvres, Complementary cocktail or beverage, Cash bar

Welcome Happy RDN/DTR Day & NNM

Wine Pull & Basket Drawing, Poster Award & Contest winners announced

Diamond Sponsor PA Beef Council

Room Transit

Movie Night at AME Cranberry I, II, III
Brief Introduction & Food Evolution movie
Diamond Sponsor Bayer Crop Science and the PA Beef Council
Snacks and beverages

Movie Discussion Panel 1 CPEU
Rosanne Rust, MS, RDN, Moderator
Panel: Keith Ayoob, EdD, RDN, FAND, David Wolfgang, DVM, MPH, ABVP,

Dustin Heeter, Western PA Beef farmer & Penn State Extension agent

Saturday, March 30

6:30a -10:00a Registration Marriott Atrium
7:00a - 8:00a
8:05a - 8:55a PAND Business Meeting 1 CPEU Pittsburgh Room

8:55a-10a Mary Russell, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, Academy President C​ ranberry I, II, III
10:00a-10:10a
Your Academy in Action ​1 CPEU

Plated Breakfast - Diamond Sponsor American Dairy Association-Northeast

PAND Awards Bountiful Healthy Breakfast and Scholarships

Room Transit

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10:10a-11a Concurrent sessions

Chris Taylor, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND Cranberry V, VI
Dietary Patterns: The Underlying Story ​1 CPEU

Rosemary Riley, PhD, LD Cranberry IV

Culinary Medicine the Dietitian as Leader, Innovator, and Researcher ​1 CPEU

11:00a-11:10a Room Transit

11:10a-12:00p Concurrent sessions

Amir Golmohamadi, PhD Cranberry IV

Organic and non-organic food & pesticide residue: important information

for RDs nutritionists & dietitians 1​ CPEU

Deanna Segrave-Daly, RDN Cranberry V, VI

Healthy Kitchen Hacks for Your Body & Mind: Incorporating the Mediterranean Lifestyle

into Your (and Your Client’s) Eating and Cooking Routines

Diamond Sponsor American Dairy Association Northeast 1​ CPEU

12:00p-12:15p Sensational Salad Bar Lunch Self-serve and seating Cranberry I, II, III
Diamond Sponsor Starkist

12:15p-1:05p PAND Public Policy Legislative Update (during lunch) ​1 CPEU
PAND Leadership Award

Jule Ann Hestenberg, PhD, RD, LDN, FAND, Lynn Parker Klees, MA, RDN, LDN,
CDE, FAND,​ J​ essica Royer-Colborn, RD, LDN

1:05p-1:15p Room Transit

1:15p-2:05p Kay Oliverio Bishirjian Memorial Lecture Cranberry IV, V, VI

Robert Strauss, PhD

The Fiscal Impact of PA’s Elderly Service: Who will pay and what are the

challenges to the healthcare communities? 1​ CPEU

2:05p -2:20p Infused Waters Hydration Break Cranberry IV, V, VI
2:20p-3:10p
Janice Bissex, MS, RDN
Cannabis - Weeding Fact From Fiction 1​ CPEU

3:10p - 4:00p Closing Session Cranberry IV, V, VI

Anna DePlanter Bowes Lecture

Heather Mangieri, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN

A Play by Play: Helping Youth Athletes Put a Sports Nutrition Plan into Practice ​1

CPEU

Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation and
Diamond Sponsor American Dairy Association-Northeast

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4:00p Drawing-50000 Marriott Rewards Points; must be present to win & have a Marriott
Rewards account to receive the points. Open one now so you are ready to win!!

AME SPEAKER BIOS & PRESENTATION OVERVIEW
Presented in c​ hronological order

Learning Codes and Performance Indicators are suggested - tailor to your PDP.

Pre-Conference Workshop

Frankie Douglas, RNutr, R​ egistered Public Health Nutritionist​ Nutritics Scientific and
Regulatory affairs; Charlene Rainey, Director of Research, Foods Connect

The Digital Dietitian - Leveraging modern technology to maximize professional services
2 CPEUs
One of the biggest challenges in dietetics practice is assessing nutrient intake. Food records, menus
and recipes have often been difficult to analyze due to inaccuracy in reporting, and the variability in
foods. Resources such as food composition tables and nutrient reference value tables and nutrient
data banks are resources commonly used, but there are limitations. Patient recall, portion distortion,
and description variables, present challenges for both the client and dietitian.
New time saving technology is available that overcomes those limitations and provides accuracy and
ease of use that has previously been unavailable. Hospitals, outpatient settings, research, private
practice, retail and other settings benefit from this latest cutting-edge technology. For nutrition
professionals, accurate reporting and assessment will provide greater time-saving, efficient, accurate
diagnosis and treatment. For the patient/client, ease of use of this reporting tool will result in more
complete and accurate food records and improved communication with the dietitian. Case Studies
provide evidence based techniques for improving compliance outcomes.
This session will showcase the power of cutting-edge, versatile Nutrition Analysis Software and
highlight how, when implemented into your practice, it can bring your business to the next level.

Frankie Douglas is Head of Scientific and Regulatory affairs at
Nutritics. In her current role, Frankie supports Food Businesses
with compliance with food law through innovative software and
systems automation.

She previously worked as technical executive in Public Health
Nutrition for the Food Safety Authority of Ireland and was the
permanent Irish representative on European working groups
relating to Nutrition and Health Claims and Foods for Specific

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Groups. She has extensive experience working in the areas of business development and
management within the food industry in Ireland.

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Charlene J Rainey is the Founder of Foods Connect, LLC and
serves as Director of Research. She is known as an
international food science researcher and food law expert with
over 38 years of experience. Her research tests the natural
nutrients and compounds in foods to facilitate nutrition labeling
with the FDA and for epidemiology studies used by the Institute
of Medicine and the World Health Organization. She participates
in the U.S. Delegation to U.N. Codex Committees on Nutrition
and is a member of the American Society of Nutrition, Institute
of Food Technologists and the Society for Nutrition Education.
She identifies natural compounds that distinguish real foods
from the counterfeit foods in Federal and World Trade Courts.
Her research lead to victory in a 2014 Supreme Court case
revealing deceptive practices in which artificial color was used to
make a drink look like real juice. Imports and Export food
identification is modeled after her findings and methods for many fruit products.

On the cutting edge of molecular chemistry, Rainey’s research on California dates has exposed
new beneficial compounds and health benefits. She lectures internationally explaining how
dates can delay fatigue and fight inflammation. Recent research dispels myths about date
sugars, which are now found to be better for you and have a lower Glycemic Index. Her 2017
presentations at Experimental Biology on dates show novel mechanisms for counteracting the
effects of fructose with date consumption. Her mineral research on Boron for six countries led
to epidemiology publications of reducing prostate cancer. She is currently presenting
biofortification of selenium into fruit crops and the need to increase selenium intake with gluten
avoidance. Upcoming presentations on date research include International Conference
Polyphenol Health Benefits and International Tannin Health Benefit Conference.

Rainey is a California native and enjoys playing Mozart piano concertos and swimming in the
Pacific Ocean (not at the same time.)

Objectives:
At the end of this session, the professional will

● Understand the importance of leveraging technology to improve efficiency and accuracy
in daily practice

● Identify at least 3 ways to utilize digital technology to analyze intake, recipes and menus
as well as train clients.

● Describe new markets and opportunities for RDNs to pursue where new technology can
increase revenue and create a branded presence

Learning Codes: 1000, 1020, 2020, 3010,
Performance Indicators: 5.1, 5.2, 6.1.4, 8.3.5, 8.3.6. 10.1.1

Sponsored by Nutritics, Inc.

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Keynote Speaker

Chere Bork, MS, RDN, LN – ​Passion into Action: 3 Steps to Attracting What You Want with
Energy, Enthusiasm, and Empowerment
1 CPEU
It is time to stop losing business to non-credentialed nutrition “experts.” It all starts with you.
Once you are confident and clear in who you are and what you offer, you will be more confident
in your decisions, get noticed and get the job. Get unstuck by taking three crucial steps towards
attracting what you want with learnings from real life RDN examples and leave with a game plan
to attract success.

Chere Bork, aka “The Dietitian Energy Igniter,” is the happy
owner of Savor Your Life Today, Inc. who entertains audiences
while revealing the science behind how they can taste life with
unstoppable confidence. Chere has coached over 900 clients,
many of them RDNs. She is a graduate of Coach U and a
Certified Executive Wellcoach®. As the Dietitian Life Coach she
helps RDNS get unstuck, discover their priorities, and create
space and a plan for what matters most to their lives. She
guarantees a feeling of confidence, inspiration, and feeling
cherished and energized! Chere believes life is easy and that
often times we make it hard. She provides simple strategies to
make life easier, and helps RDNs discover their purpose and
define their values, and provide them “energy tools” to live
happily and healthily. Chere’s RDN clients can predict their
future because they go out and create it.

Objectives:
● Create your personalized life vision and game plan for your successful happy life.
● Discover your one MUST have intention to live time rich instead of time poor.
● Identify one thing you must DO that is MORE important than creating goals.

Learning Codes: 1120, 7120, 1070 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.8, 3.2.1

Diamond Sponsor National Pork Board

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Keith Ayoob, EdD, RDN, FAND – ​Protein Needs: How Much Muscle Does the Research
Have? ​1 CPEU
We know protein is important at all ages. The protein needs of infants and children however,
have largely been determined by interpreting from research on adults' needs. The 2020 US
Dietary Guidelines for Americans will include ages 0-3 however. Are we ready? What do we tell
clients about protein in light of the EAT-Lancet report, the "dairy-not-necessary” Canadian Food
Guide, and the whole "red meat” issue?

Keith-Thomas Ayoob is Associate Clinical Professor Emeritus
at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City
where he maintained a clinical practice for over 30 years,
specializing in obesity, child nutrition, and family dynamics.
Much of his work also focused on motivational counseling.
Dr. Ayoob helped formulate a highly regarded global nutrition
policy for the Walt Disney Corporation in 2006 and updated
those landmark guidelines in 2012. These guidelines were
widely acclaimed and were endorsed by the White House and
First Lady Michelle Obama.
Dr. Ayoob sits on a number of advisory boards, including the
McCormick Science Institute, the Pure Circle Stevia Institute,
The Beef Expert Bureau, and the Academic Advisory Board of
the Children’s Advertising Review Unit of the National Advertising Review Council.
Dr. Ayoob currently writes for T​ he Doctor’s Tablet​, an online site of the Albert Einstein College
of Medicine, with articles sent to tens of thousands of physicians and health professionals. His
own website is:​ w​ ww.cuttothechasenutrition.com​ where he writes his EdibleRx column.
Dr. Ayoob is a strong advocate against fad dieting and has testified before Congress against the
marketing of diet pills to children. He co-authored the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’
position paper on food and nutrition myths and misinformation.
Dr. Ayoob received his doctorate degree from Columbia University’s Teachers College, his
Master’s from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and he did his
undergraduate work at the University of California at Davis. He divides his time between New
York City and San Francisco

Objectives:
● Be able to identify current protein recommendations for infants and children.
● Interpret research on early protein intakes in infancy and impact on childhood obesity
risk.
● Discuss the influence and usefulness of protein sources in transitional feeding.

Learning Codes: 5070; 2070; 2000; 4000 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 4.1, 4.2, 6.2, 7.1, 8.1, 8.2
Diamond Sponsor PA Beef Council

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Alison Rigby, PhD, DNP, MPH, RD, CNSC – ​Feeding ICU and Surgical Patients: A
Scientific Update
1 CPEU
This presentation uses updated guidelines to discuss the role of early enteral feeding for ICU
and surgical patients. A review of the nutrition literature related to enhanced recovery protocols
for surgical patients is also discussed. Additionally, it describes the research supporting the use
of immunonutrition in these patient populations.

Dr. Alison Rigby is a Medical Science Liaison at Abbott Nutrition.
The medical science liaisons are a team of field-based scientists
who strategically support research and the objectives of the
therapeutic adult and pediatric businesses across the life cycle of
the products; provide education and technical knowledge to
healthcare professionals; develop relationships with key opinions
leaders; and serve as a conduit of information to a
cross-functional customer base internally at Abbott Nutrition.
Dr. Rigby has a Ph.D. in nutritional sciences from the School of
Public Health, at the University of Washington, Seattle, followed
by a postdoctoral fellowship in cardiovascular disease prevention
at Stanford University. She also has an MPH degree in Maternal
and Child Health, from the University of Washington; a Master of
Science degree in Nutrition from the University of Alberta, Canada; and a Master of Science
degree in Nursing, from the University of San Francisco, California.
Dr. Rigby has worked as an MSL in the Pharmaceutical industry at both Abbott and AbbVie.
Prior to joining Abbott, Dr. Rigby was a Professor at San Francisco State University, California,
where she directed the Dietetic Internship Program. She is a Registered Dietitian, a Registered
Nurse, and a Nurse Practitioner, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and
presentations at national conferences.

Objectives:
· ​Discuss the benefits of early feeding for ICU and surgical patients.
· Describe enhanced recovery protocols related to nutrition care in surgical patients.
· Evaluate literature for the indications of immunonutrition in ICU and surgical patients.

Learning Codes: 5010, 5170, 5440 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 8.1.1, 8.1.5, 10.1.3, 10.2.5, 10.4.2

Sponsored by Abbott Nutrition

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Michele Morgan, MS, RD, LDN – ​The Cranberry’s Fight against Infections: Can Nutrition
Help Reduce Antibiotic Use?
1 CPEU
Many women turn to cranberry juice to prevent UTIs. In this webinar, you will learn about the
polyphenolic compounds found in cranberries responsible for promoting urinary tract health and
their mechanisms of action, and how those compounds can work to reduce the burden of UTIs
and the antibiotic use associated with treating recurrent UTIs.

Michele Morgan, MS, RD, LDN is a Regional Healthcare
Manager at Ocean Spray Cranberries based in Boston, MA.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Syracuse
University and Master of Science in Family and Consumer
Sciences from The University of Tennessee at Martin. Prior to
joining Ocean Spray in January 2018, Michele worked in various
hospitals in Massachusetts as a Clinical Dietitian, Clinical
Nutrition Manager, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, and
Senior Director of Food and Environmental Services.

Objectives:
● Discuss current scientific evidence on the cranberry’s role as a nutritional approach to
help reduce certain infections and antibiotic use, and their role in promoting heart,
gastrointestinal and oral health.
● Identify populations and at-risk groups that may benefit from the prevention of urinary
tract infection by utilization of cranberry products; and how this fits into the Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Services new regulations regarding facility Antibiotic Stewardship
Programs.
● Describe creative ways to use cranberries to help meet fruit intake recommendations as
part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Learning Codes: 2010, 4040, 4120 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 6, 6.2 6.2.5, 8.8.1, 8.1.2, 10., 10.4, 10.4.5, 12., 12.1, 12.1.1

Sponsored by Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.

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Laura Frank PhD, MPH, RD, LDN – C​ ultural Competence in Counseling and Education
1 CPEU
The session will begin with an overview of components of culturally competent health care and
education, incorporating an interactive activity that will enable participants to examine sources
of bias and miscommunication. Varieties of health beliefs, attitudes and practices that can
impact the effectiveness of nutrition education and counseling will be presented. Through the
use of a case study, participants will engage in discussion of ways that culturally competent
communication can reduce barriers to successful cross-cultural nutrition practice.

Laura B. Frank, PhD, RD, LDN has taught at the university level
for 25 years, serving as associate professor and DPD Director
in the Department of Urban Public Health and Nutrition at La
Salle University since 2015. She earned her PhD, in Health
Education and MEd In Counseling Psychology from Temple
University, and BSPH and MPH focusing on Nutrition and
International Health from the University of California, Los
Angeles. She is the author of the chapter "Counseling the
Whole Person" in the edited volume ​Doing Nutrition Differently​.
Her research and teaching interests are in cultural competence
in nutrition practice, food security/justice, sustainability, and
applied nutrition research. She has also worked with the La
Salle University Multicultural and International Center to
establish La Salle's successful international exchange program
for nutrition students.

Objectives:
● Explain how knowledge of cultural food and health beliefs and practices helps the
nutrition professional to provide culturally competent care to diverse individuals and
groups.
● Learn how to increase effectiveness of counseling and education by adaptin​g t​ o clients'
varied cultural attitudes, expectations and communication styles.
● Recognize and avoid cultural biases and assumptions that can contribute to
miscommunication and misunderstanding in cross-cultural education and counseling
practice

Learning Codes: 1040, 4000, 4020, 6000, 6050 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 1.3.5, 1.3.6, 1.3.9, 2.1.2, 2.1.3 , 4.2.2

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MOVIE SCREENING
Food Evolution

Discussion Panel:
David Wolfgang, VMD, MPH, ABVP
Dustin Heeter
Keith Ayoob, EdD, RDN, FAND
Moderator: ​Rosanne Rust, MS, RDN, LDN
1 CPEU

David Wolfgang​ is a graduate of the
University of Pennsylvania School of
Veterinary Medicine. He earned his Masters
of Public Health (MPH) degree from the Penn
State College of Medicine-Hershey. He was
in private veterinary practice with an
emphasis on food animals from June 1982
through October 1995. From October 1995
through July 2016 he was Director of Field
Investigations and an Extension Veterinarian
in the Department of Veterinary and
Biomedical Sciences at Penn State. In August
2016 he accepted the position as
Pennsylvania State Veterinarian.
He has been active in local and state
veterinary organizations. He was president of the Pennsylvania State Veterinary Medical
Association (PVMA) 2006. He was Chair of the National Mastitis Council-Residue Avoidance
Committee (2005-2009). He served on the PA State Board of Veterinary Medicine 2009-2018.
His primary areas of professional emphasis include: cost effective preventative health and
diagnostic programs for livestock species, on farm food safety and quality, emerging and
zoonotic diseases, animal well-being, and continuing education programs for veterinarians.

Dustin Heeter,​ owner and operator of Heritage Hill Farms in Clarksburg PA. Dustin and his twin
daughters manage a cow calf operation that focuses on producing a high-quality product while
enhancing the environment and creating family enjoyment.
As a Livestock Educator for the last 20 years Dustin has been dedicated to improving producer
management tools and connecting consumers with these practices.

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Keith-Thomas Ayoob i​ s Associate Clinical Professor Emeritus at the Albert Einstein College of
Medicine in New York City where he maintained a clinical practice for over 30 years,
specializing in obesity, child nutrition, and family dynamics. Much of his work also focused on
motivational counseling. Dr. Ayoob helped formulate a highly regarded global nutrition policy for
the Walt Disney Corporation in 2006 and updated those landmark guidelines in 2012. These
guidelines were widely acclaimed and were endorsed by the White House and First Lady
Michelle Obama.
Dr. Ayoob sits on a number of advisory boards, including the McCormick Science Institute, the
Pure Circle Stevia Institute, The Beef Expert Bureau, and the Academic Advisory Board of the
Children’s Advertising Review Unit of the National Advertising Review Council. Dr. Ayoob
currently writes for ​The Doctor’s Tablet,​ an online site of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine,
with articles sent to tens of thousands of physicians and health professionals. His own website
is:​ ​www.cuttothechasenutrition.com​ where he writes his EdibleRx column. Dr. Ayoob is a strong
advocate against fad dieting and has testified before Congress against the marketing of diet pills
to children. He co-authored the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ position paper on food and
nutrition myths and misinformation. Dr. Ayoob received his doctorate degree from Columbia
University’s Teachers College, his Master’s from the Columbia University College of Physicians
and Surgeons, and he did his undergraduate work at the University of California at Davis. He
divides his time between New York City and San Francisco.

Objectives:

● Gain a better understanding about GMOs and the history of GE technology.
● Understand the role GMOs play in modern agriculture.
● Understand science and regulatory requirements for GMOs.
● Consider how socially responsible science and technology can help us identify problems

and come up with answers. pursuing solutions from a position of science-based
knowledge.

Learning Codes: 1070, 2000, 2040, 8000, 8018 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 6.2, 6.2.5, 6.3.6, 6.3.11, 7.2.1, 7.2.6

Diamond Sponsors: PA Beef Council and Bayer Crop Science

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Brigid Neary, MS, RD, LDN, CDE​, ​PAND President - PAND A​ nnual Business Meeting
1 CPEU

Brigid Neary is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes
educator. She received her bachelor’s degree in dietetics at
the University of Pittsburgh and went on to earn her Master’s
in Dietetics through the University of Pittsburgh’s Coordinated
Master’s Program. She currently works as a clinical dietitian
at the Coatesville VA Medical Center. She has held several
positions on the PAND board and serves as the 2018-2019
PAND President.

Objectives:

· ​Audience will recall important updates from the PA Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
organization, including initiatives, financial status, membership, election results, and goal

progress

· ​Audience will be able to list ways to support the dietetics profession and opportunities to
become involved with PAND

Learning Codes: 1070, 1000, 7000 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 3​ .1.7, 3.2, 3.2.1

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Mary Russell MS, RD, LDN, FAND, Academy President - Your Academy in Action
1 CPEU
The primary objective is to highlight current activities and recent developments at the Academy
of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Foundation. Academy Update 2018 spotlights new and
continuing benefits of Academy membership, such as resources available to assist members in
their personal and professional growth; emphasizes the value of the Academy and members to
our profession and challenges we face; contains information on the Academy’s new Mission,
Vision and Principles; and updates members on the progress of the Second Century initiative.
The Academy’s activities and successes in such areas as public policy and advocacy, media
outreach and scientific research are addressed.

Russell is a Medical Science Liaison II, U.S. Nutrition Medical
Affairs, at Baxter Healthcare and a lecturer at the Rosalind
Franklin School of Medicine and Science. Previously, she was
director of clinical nutrition at the University of Chicago
Medicine and also at Duke Medicine, and earlier held positions
on the Duke Nutrition Support Team and as an ICU/Surgery
Dietitian Clinician. A past member of the Academy's House of
Delegates and of numerous Academy committees, Russell
served on the Academy's Board of Directors as treasurer-elect,
treasurer and immediate past treasurer and was also a
member of the Academy Foundation's Board. She is past chair
of the Dietitians in Nutrition Support dietetic practice group and
past president of the North Carolina Dietetic Association.
Russell was named the 2018 Outstanding Dietitian by the
Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is the author or
co-author of numerous papers in the area of nutrition support.
She co-authored chapters in the Academy's ​Pocket Guide to Nutrition Assessment​ (3rd ed.) and
in the Academy's P​ ocket Guide to Parenteral Nutrition​ (2nd ed.). Russell contributed chapters to
two recent books: A​ dvanced Nutrition and Dietetics in Nutrition Support​ (John Wiley and Sons,
2018) and K​ rause's Food & the Nutrition Care Process​ (Elsevier, 2017). Russell is a graduate of
Marquette University and earned a master's degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Objectives:
● List at least 2 benefits of being an Academy member
● Describe the value of the Academy and members to our profession
● List at least 2 challenges the Academy and members face in practice
● Be able to put into practice the Academy’s new Mission, Vision and Principles

Learning Codes: 1000, 1080, 4100, 7200, 7050 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 3.2.1, 3.2.2,

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Chris Taylor, PhD, RD, LD, FAND – Dietary Patterns the Underlying Story
1 CPEU
The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines Expert Report focused heavily on an assessment overall
dietary patterns, rather than isolated nutrients or foods. This presentation will cover the
emerging trends from the Dietary Guidelines and how dietary patterns assessment can shed
greater light on the overall healthfulness of the American diet. Finally, the presentation will
cover various resources and technology that can support broader dietary patterns assessment.

Dr. Taylor brings 20 years of experience examining Therapeutic
Lifestyle Changes (TLC), including dietary patterns and
physical activity and their relations to health, obesity and
chronic disease risk, especially among at-risk populations. Dr.
Taylor has analyzed primary and secondary data to describe
dietary habits and food intake patterns, especially among
underserved populations. His research with NHANES data has
resulted in numerous grants, industry contracts, international
presentations and peer reviewed publications. He has
employed unique processes to evaluate dietary intakes to
assess the food and meal patterns that underscore diet quality.
These efforts have been used to inform a research line to
employ dietary counseling for primary care patients. He earned
his BS in Dietetics from Bowling Green State University and
completed his MS and Dietetic Internship from Arizona State
University in Human Nutrition. Dr. Taylor was trained by the
NIH/NIDDK Clinical Research Center in Phoenix to conduct various dietary intake assessment
methodologies. He completed his PhD in Human Environmental Sciences with an emphasis in
Nutritional Sciences from Oklahoma State University.

Objectives:
● To describe the dietary patterns recognized in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines to guide the
American Diet.
● To define the process of dietary patterns and how dietary data can be used to evaluate
risk for obesity and related chronic disease risk.
● To identify resources to aid in evaluation of nutrition information and dietary patterns.

Learning Codes: 3090, 4070, 4040 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 4.1.5, 4.2.1, 4.2.4, 4.2.6, 6.1.9, 6.2.1, 6.2.3, 6.2.5

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Rosemary Riley, PhD, LD – ​Culinary Medicine: The Dietitian as Leader, Innovator, and
Researcher
1 CPEU

Dr. Riley is an experienced and accomplished nutrition educator.
She received her MS and PhD in Human Nutrition and her MA in
Exercise Physiology from The Ohio State University. She retired
from Abbott Nutrition after 25 years of nutrition research and
education for healthcare professionals and consumers. Since
her retirement she is focusing on community nutrition education,
specifically culinary medicine for individuals with diabetes,
cancer, and other nutrition-related conditions as well as Pediatric
Residents from Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She is devoted
to promoting these types of programs, the role of the dietitian in
them and the collection of outcomes to verify their impact. She
teaches Lifespan Nutrition at Ohio Wesleyan University and is
an active volunteer and Board Member of Local Matters and
Walk with a Doc, community health organizations in Central
Ohio.

There is a growing interest in Culinary Nutrition/Culinary Medicine (CN/CM) but there is no

agreed upon definition. There are key leader organizations around the country that have
developed programming, and some have taken the important steps to measure outcomes but
not all. Current literature in cooking interventions presents a less than compelling set of
outcomes due to small numbers, non-validated survey instruments, and limited follow-up. Those
who are engaged in this activity are passionate about what they observe with their patients. We
must demonstrate competency in this area and devote time and resources to
measure outcomes that would establish CN/CM as a critical extension of medical nutrition
therapy.

O​ bjectives:
● Describe four Culinary Nutrition/Culinary Medicine (CN/CM) programs and the role of the
dietitian in their creation and implementation.
● Identify the challenges in measuring outcomes in cooking intervention research and
therefore, development of best practices.
● Identify local​ /​regional initiatives in CN/CM and determine how dietitians can develop
competency in delivering these kinds of programs in their communities.

Learning Codes: 6080, 8015, 9020 Level 1
Performance Indicators: ​3.2.5, 12.3.4, 8.2.2

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Amir Golmohamadi, PhD –​ Organic and Non-organic Foods & Pesticide Residue:
Important Information for Nutritionists and Dietitians
1 CPEU

Use of pesticide residues have remained one of the important factors in many people’s
preference for organic foods. Food science, nutrition, and dietetics experts have published
and/or presented on the advantages and disadvantages of organic food production. However,
there are very limited resources available that connect nutrition research techniques, social
determinants of health, and food science to clarify some misconceptions about the organic and
nonorganic foods’ pesticide residue content. This presentation aims to provide information on
the effect of these misconceptions on creation of biased research studies, which potentially
affects the quality of evidence-based practice.

Dr. Amir Golmohamadi is an Assistant Professor at West
Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Nutrition,
where he teaches and conducts research in the area of food
science and nutrition. In his 14 years of combined professional,
teaching, and research experience, Dr. Golmohamadi has
worked as a food quality assurance scientist in an international
food trade company, conducted research projects on extracting
bioactive compounds from foods. He has been enjoying
working with dietitians, and applying his expertise in the
dietetics field since 2014. Dr. Golmohamadi received his PhD
degree in food science from the University of Idaho; his MSc.
degree in food science from Isfahan University of Technology, and his bachelor’s degree in
agricultural and food sciences from the University of Tehran in Iran.

Objectives:

● Participants will be able to understand the fundamentals of the procedure that is used
by the Environmental Protection Agency for setting a Tolerance Level (TL) of
pesticides in foods.

● Audience members will learn the role of the US Department of Agriculture’s Pesticide
Data Program in monitoring pesticide residues in foods.

● Attendees will be directed to connect the social determinants of health and basics of
nutrition research to identify reliable information on this topic.

Learning Codes: 8040, 8070, 9020 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 6.3.8, 7.2.1, 11.2.5

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Deanna Segrave-Daly, RDN –​ Healthy Kitchen Hacks for Your Body & Mind: Incorporating
the Mediterranean Lifestyle into Your (and Your Client’s) Eating and Cooking Routines
1 CPEU
Consistently advocated as one of the most research-based eating plan, the Mediterranean Diet
(named 2019 Best Diet Overall by U.S. News & World Report) is commonly associated with
cardiovascular, diabetes and high blood pressure preventative benefits and more recently,
cognitive health. Registered dietitians are in a unique position to take the lead when it comes to
communicating cooking techniques that people can use to eat the Mediterranean way via simple
recipes and familiar ingredients for delicious outcomes. By doing so, we can help ditch the “diet”
terminology and celebrate lifestyles instead. After this approachable and practical session, you’ll
be able to relay Mediterranean pantry staples and cooking skills to your clients/audience while
empowering them with how simple, affordable and satisfying it can be to take charge of their
health by way of their kitchen.

Based in Philadelphia, Deanna Segrave-Daly, RDN, is a
food-loving dietitian who co-owns Teaspoon Communications,
a food–focused nutrition communications group that consults
with a variety of health and food organizations.
Spanning two decades of recipe development, traditional and
social media communications experience, Deanna has honed
her culinary nutrition skills in the Mediterranean lifestyle – most
recently, as the co-author of ​The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet
Cookbook ​(named one of Food Network’s Best Healthy
Cookbooks of 2018 and Women’s Health Magazine’s 17 Best
Healthy Cookbooks) She is also the co-creator of the Healthy
Kitchen Hacks series on her blog and in Food & Nutrition
Magazine column. Deanna writes, develops recipes and
dabbles in food iPhoneography and videography for her
popular blog Teaspoon of Spice. She is the co-owner of The
Recipe ReDux, a healthy food blogger community as well as
the co-founder of Blog Brûlée, an exclusive, hand-on workshop for registered dietitians and
healthy living bloggers. She’s a contributor to many food-related websites where she specializes
in encouraging healthy appetites through her love of delicious food and healthy kitchen hacks.
In 2017, she helped to establish the EatRight PA blog and is currently a co-coordinator and
contributor. Deanna has conducted hundreds of media interviews locally and nationally on a
variety of food and nutrition topics. She is a skilled public speaker and culinary demonstrator
specializing in social media, food and recipe presentations. She regularly appears LIVE on her
business Facebook page featuring culinary tips and practical recipes. Her 11-year old daughter
and tricky eater husband keep her inspired to create appealing, good-for-you family cuisine.

Objectives:
● Communicate evidence-based recommendations on the benefits of the Mediterranean
Diet

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● List and discuss the foods to eat more of based on the Mediterranean eating plan
● Implement communication strategies to clients/patients in relation to your practice setting
● Detail shortcut cooking techniques to clients on how to create quick Mediterranean

friendly recipes from affordable pantry ingredients

Learning Codes: 5000, 8060, 5160, 5260 Level 1
Performance Indicators: 2.1.1, 2.1.3, 2.1.8, 8.1, 8.4

Diamond Sponsor​ American Dairy Association Northeast

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PAND Policy and Advocacy 2018/2019 Update

Jule Anne Henstenberg, PhD, RD, LDN, FAND; Lynn Parker Klees, MA, RDN, LDN, CDE,
FAND; Jessica Royer-Colborn, RD, LDN
1 CPEU

Jule Anne Henstenburg ​holds a BS and MS in Nutrition from
Penn State and Cornell Universities, respectively, and a PhD in
Health Policy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia.
She is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian
Nutritionist (PA) and Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and
Dietetics. She is currently an Assistant Professor at West Chester
University. Previously, she held several positions with the
Nutrition Program at La Salle University including Assistant
Professor, Didactic Program Director, Founding Coordinated
Program Director, and Associate Chair of the Department of
Urban Public Health and Nutrition. Her specialty area of practice
is pediatric nutrition, having worked in research, clinical care, and
management as a Pediatric Dietitian-Nutritionist at The Children’s
Hospital of Philadelphia prior to college teaching. She is an active
leader in local and state professional organizations including
currently as State Policy Representative for the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition and
Dietetics and Past-President of the Delaware Valley Chapter of the Society for Nutrition
Education.

Lynn Parker Klees i​ s the Professor in Charge of the
Undergraduate Program and a Senior Instructor in the
Department of Nutritional Sciences at The Pennsylvania State
University. She has taught introductory nutrition as well as
nutrition counseling and education at the undergraduate level
and now in our online Master’s program at PSU for the past 9
years. Lynn has received the Teaching Excellence award from
the College of HHD on three occasions. Prior to teaching, Lynn
had worked as a RDN/CDE in a variety of settings for over 30
years. Lynn obtained her MA in counseling from Oakland
University, MI and her BS in dietetics (coordinated program)
from Michigan State University. She is currently on the Board of
the PA Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as the Strategic
Regulatory Specialist and is one of two co-chairs on the Licensure Committee. She is Past
President of CPAND. In her spare time, Lynn loves to spend time with her family, work out at the
gym and is working at being a better partner for her Australian Shepherds, Toby and Tessa in
the sport of dog agility.

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Jessica Royer-Colborn RD, LDN is the Public Policy
Coordinator for PAND. She Director of Patient Experience for
ARAMARK at UPMC Pinnacle. This is her second year as PP
Coordinator for PAND. She is a graduate of Penn State
University and completed her Dietetic Internship at Cornell
University.

Objectives:
· ​Increase general understanding of Policy and Advocacy
· D​ ifferentiate between Federal and State advocacy activities as well as name or describe
2018/2019 activity examples
· I​ dentify ways to participate in and optimize Academy and PAND Grassroots Advocacy efforts

Learning Codes: 1000, 1070, 1080 Level 1
Performance Indicators 8.3, 8.3.5, 3.1, 3.1.7, 3.2, 3.2.1

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Robert Strauss, PhD – Kaye Oliverio Bishirjian Memorial Lecture
The Fiscal Impact of Pennsylvania’s Elderly Services: Who will Pay? What are the
Challenges to the Healthcare Communities?

1 CPEU
It is well known that Pennsylvania’s overall population has remained relatively constant over the
past decade at about 12.5 million; however, the Commonwealth’s age profile, in absolute and
relative terms, continues to change with more and more Pennsylvanians transitioning from
working age to retirement age status.
The purpose of this sixth Kathryn Oliverio Bishirjian Memorial Lecture at the March, 2019
annual meeting of the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is several-fold: 1] to
review state-wide, regional and county age distribution patterns with special attention to the
elderly in Pennsylvania, 2] to review state budgetary outlays for the elderly which will be
compared and contrasted to the contributions via state taxes by the elderly to the state budget,
3] compare and contrast the projections of budgetary needs and resources for Pennsylvania’s
elderly estimated in 2013 with those based on more recent data, and 4] to re-examine possible
new state funding strategies which might help close the projected gap between spending needs
for the elderly with resources available in the state budget.
This synthesis of aggregate and spatial demographic trends, and state budgetary trends in
Pennsylvania are intended to alert those tasked with meeting the individual needs of
Pennsylvania’s elderly with foreseeable disconnects between likely needs of the elderly and
likely available resources from the Commonwealth’s budget. The regional disaggregation of the
Commonwealth’s population by age will provide both to care-givers in the field and those in
positions of state policy responsibility for the elderly with concrete estimates of what may evolve
in the next five to ten years.

Robert P. Strauss​ is Professor of Economics and Public Policy
at the Heinz College of Public Policy and Management since
1979. He received his AB in economics with honors in
economics from the University of Michigan Honors College after
spending his junior year at the London School of Economics,
and received his Phd in economics from the University of
Wisconsin-Madison. At Wisconsin, he was a Research
Assistant for Professors Karl and Alma Taeuber, internationally
known demographers at Wisconsin’s Poverty Institute. He was
formally trained in the areas of public economics and human
resources.

Prior to coming to Carnegie-Mellon in 1979, he was a member
of the economics department at the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill for ten years, and in 1992-4, a Visiting Professor
of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Rochester. In the Spring of 2014, he was a

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Visiting Professor of Economics at Washington University, St. Louis to complete a course for the
late Murray Weidenbaum, former Chairman of President Reagan’s Council of Economic
Advisors. Professor Strauss worked for Weidenbaum while a Brookings Economic Policy Fellow
at the United States Treasury Department.

Professor Strauss’ academic career has involved several periods of federal service which
resulted in the receipt of presidential pens in recognition of contributions to legislation signed by
President Richard Nixon in 1972, and President Gerald Ford in 1976. He received the U.S.
Treasury Department's Exceptional Service Award from Treasury Secretary John Connally.
Professor Strauss has also been involved in a wide variety of state and local significant state
level tax policy projects in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, State of Washington, Washington, DC
as well as several major studies for the Pennsylvania State Board of Education.
Professor Strauss is an expert in federal, state, and local finance, and government statistics,
and was a member of the National Academies panel on state and local government statistics
whose co-authored report was issued in 2007.
In December, 2013, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed PA. House Resolution
571, December 11, 2013, Pa. General Assembly, Committee on Finance, 21 Yeas, 2 Neas, 2
Present; December 13, 2013, PA. General Assembly, 189 Yeas, 10 Neas, 3 Present. A
resolution urging the US Congress to pass its Amazon tax as did Pennsylvania, based on the
testimony and research of Professor Robert Strauss of Carnegie Mellon University.

Professor Strauss is widely published in the fields of public economics, tax policy, statistics,
index number theory and measurement. His complete academic and public policy credentials
are available on his personal web site:​ ​www.andrew.cmu.edu/user/rs9f.​

This presentation of the 6t​ h​ Annual KOB Lecture is an update and elaboration on an earlier
presentation by him and Ms. Yunni Deng, his former masters student at the Heinz College and
now a Phd candidate in economics at Michigan State University. That presentation was at the
Lehigh Symposium on Fiscal Challenges Facing Pennsylvania,​ September, 2014. The resulting
published 2015 paper from the Symposium is available at
http://www.andrew.cmu.edu/user/rs9f/final_rpstrauss_ydeng_state_tax_notes_1_19_2015.pdf

Objectives:

● Review state and regional patterns of elderly (past, future)
● Review state outlays for the elderly, and state revenues from elderly
● Compare 2014 projections with Actuals, Make new Projections of needs and resources
● Based on data developed in 1.,2., and 3. Above, describe Pennsylvania’s budgetary

challenges, the likely gap between spending needs, and monies available to meet
elderly needs, through 2030 to meet its service obligations of the elderly. One possible
solution to the funding gap will be extensively reviewed and that is the taxation of some
portion of retirement income.

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● State and government officials are aware of the swelling senior population trends and
costs for services. However, healthcare practitioners and facilities may not be conscious
of the impacts. Data provided will enlighten dietetic professionals about how food and
nutrition services can be affected, and assist our profession and its members to be
proactive, futuristic, innovative and informed.

Learning Codes: 1080, 9000, 3000, 4000, 5000 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 2.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.7, 4.1.1, 12.2.1

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Janice Bissex, MS, RDN –​ Cannabis – Weeding Fact from Fiction
1 CPEU
Patients are using and asking about cannabis, CBD, and related products with greater
frequency, especially as marijuana has been legalized by an increasing number of states. This
talk will provide an overview of the evidence-based appropriate medical use of cannabis
including conditions it may be helpful for, administration methods, and dosing, along with an
explanation of the endocannabinoid system. This session will also address how to discuss
cannabis use with clients and members of the medical team.

Janice Newell Bissex is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist,
cookbook author, speaker, and Holistic Cannabis Practitioner.
She spent much of her career creating recipes and educating
families about healthy cooking and eating at Meal Makeover
Moms and Janice Cooks. A 2015 recipient of the Media
Excellence Award from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,
Janice’s latest book was ​Color and Eat the Alphabet: Healthy
Eating from A to Z​, an educational coloring book for kids of all
ages. After her dad found relief from his pain using medical
marijuana it became Janice’s mission to help others suffering
from chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, autoimmune diseases,
IBD/IBS, and other debilitating conditions find relief using cannabis/CBD. She completed
training at the Holistic Cannabis Academy, and now advises clients on access, proper
cannabinoid ratios, dosing, best consumption methods, and cooking with cannabis at J​ annabis
Wellness​. She partnered with a Colorado manufacturer of organically-grown medicinal grade
hemp to provide phytocannabinoid-rich hemp/CBD products for her clients under her ​Jannabis
Wellness l​ abel. Janice is past president of the Massachusetts Academy of Nutrition and
Dietetics and past chair of the Food & Culinary Professionals practice group of the Academy of
Nutrition and Dietetics. She is the mother of two daughters and lives outside of Boston, where
she enjoys hiking, biking, cooking, and entertaining with her husband, Don.

Objectives:
● List the qualifying medical conditions for legal cannabis use in Pennsylvania
● Discuss the different methods of cannabis and CBD administration and dosing including
why some methods might work better for individual clients than others
● Explain how a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist might facilitate a conversation with the
patient and the health care team about a patient’s use of medical cannabis

Learning Codes: 6000, 5420, 2010 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 10.4, 10.4.1, 12

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Heather Mangieri, MS, RDN, CSSD - Anne DePlanter Bowes Lecture
A Play by Play: Helping Youth Athletes Put a Sports Nutrition Plan into Practice
1 CPEU
Youth athletes today face incredible demands to succeed, not only from coaches, trainers and
peers but also from parents. For many developing athletes, putting the sports training plan
together is the easy part; it is putting the plan into practice that is the challenge. Between
school, work, homework, practice, training, competitions, social engagements and family
obligations, eating right can be a challenge. This presentation will begin with a review of the
physical, physiological, and psychological development of the adolescent athlete, including how
the developing teenage brain and body impacts their thoughts, actions and motivations. It will
also review the extraordinary nutritional needs and social challenges that must be considered
when putting a sports nutrition plan into place. Heather will discuss common obstacles that
youth athletes and their families face in putting a sports nutrition plan into practice, then provide
practical pointers and guidance for helping to overcome those barriers. Case Studies will be
used throughout the presentation to explain the concepts and ideas.

Heather is a nationally recognized expert in Nutrition, Wellness
& Human Performance, a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, a
board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics and the author of
Fueling Young Athletes (Human Kinetics, 2017.) She has over
20 years of professional experience in Wellness, Sports
Nutrition/Adolescent Sports Nutrition, Weight Management &
Disordered Eating. H​ er company, ​Heather Mangieri Nutrition,​
provides food, fitness and nutrition consulting services for
organizations, companies and clients.
Heather is passionate about translating nutrition science into
practical messages that resonate with consumers that they can
easily understand. She served as a national media
spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics for 8
years and built a solid reputation as a trusted source of food,
fitness and nutrition information. She’s been quoted in hundreds
of national and local publications, including TV, radio, print and
electronic. She uses her expertise to share science-based messages for the media, industry
and brands that she trusts.
Formerly, Heather served as the Director of Communications for the Academy of Nutrition and
Dietetics Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutrition dietetic practice group and lectured in
the department of Exercise Science at Chatham University and at the University of Pittsburgh's
Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition. In 2012, she received the Keystone Award for
demonstrating outstanding professional standards in the field of nutrition and dietetics. In 2008,
Heather was recognized as Pennsylvania's Registered Young Dietitian of the Year. She is a
graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and she earned a master's degree from the
University of Pittsburgh.

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She resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with her three children.

Objectives:
● Understand the growth, development and social challenges/pressures to consider before
working with youth athletes
● Understand specific day-to-day barriers that prevent youth athletes from putting a sports
nutrition plan into place.
● Acquire proven, practical pointers for breaking down the barriers youth athletes face, so
they’re prepared to put a nutrition plan into practice

Learning Codes: 4060, 4160, 6040 Level 2
Performance Indicators: 10.4, 10.4.1, 12

Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation and Diamond Sponsor
American Dairy Association Northeast

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Thank you to all of our Diamond Sponsors!

Diamond Sponsor​ - ​American Dairy Association Northeast

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Diamond Sponsor​ -​ BAYER Crop Science

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Diamond Sponsor​ - N​ ational Pork Board

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Diamond Sponsor​ - P​ A Beef Council​ ​ h​ ttps://www.facebook.com/pabeefcouncil

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Diamond Sponsor​ - S​ tarkist

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Workshop Sponsor

Nutritics, Inc

NUTRITICS
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Thank you to all of our Silver Sponsors!

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Other AME Supporters

Functional Formularies

https://www.functionalformularies.com/

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Heartland Food Products: ​https://www.heartlandfpg.com/

Diversified Foods Inc.
https://www.diversifiedfoods.com/

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Thank You to Our Exhibitors*
1. Abbott Nutrition
2. American Dairy Association Northeast
3. Diversified Foods, Inc.
4. Functional Formularies
5. General Mills
6. Gordon Food Service
7. Global Health Products
8. Lyons Magnus
9. Medtrition, Inc.
10.Nutritics, Inc.
11.Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.
12.PHRQL, Inc.
13.Siggi’s Dairy
14.Starkist

*As of 2/14/2019; additional exhibitors will be updated on website or as possible in Digital Program.

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What is there to do in Cranberry Twp and surrounding PIttsburgh area?

Cranberry is a metropolitan area located about 20 miles north of downtown Pittsburgh

Shopping and Dining Options:

Cranberry Commons

PA-228, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Located across the street from Pittsburgh Marriott North: take a right onto Mars Crider Road from
Cranberry Woods Dr.
Popular merchants include:

Target
Starbucks Coffee
Loafers Bread Company
T.J. Maxx
Kohl’s
Fresh Thyme
To view a full list: ​https://www.mallsinamerica.com/pennsylvania/cranberry-commons

Streets of Cranberry—​ ​Collection of shopping, dining, and services

20406 - 20436 US-19, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
5-minute drive, about 1.5 miles, from Pittsburgh Marriott North
Take a left on Mars Cider Rd. from Cranberry Woods Dr. and right onto US-19—destination is less than a
mile on right
Popular merchants include:

First Watch—The Daytime Café
Houlihan’s
Aladdin’s Eatery
Old Navy
Loft
Talbots
Sheila’s Home and Gifts
White House Black Market
To view a full list: ​https://www.thestreetsofcranberry.com/

Cranberry Gardens Plaza

20325 US-19, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Located ¾ of a mile north on US-19—destination will be on the left
Merchants include:

Peace Love & Little Donuts
Monte Cellos
Rotten Apples
Completely Polished
Montecello’s (Italian food)
For more details: h​ ttp://www.landmarkprop.com/pdf/siteplans/CGP%20Site%20Plan%20Final.pdf

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Cranberry Mall—​ Variety of stores, restaurants, and a movie theater

20111 Route 19 Freedom Rd., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Conveniently located about 1 mile from Pittsburgh Marriott North
Upper and lower areas including:

Cranberry Cinema
Home Goods
Marshalls
Panera Bread
Jason’s Deli
Panda Express
BRGR
ALDI
Dollar Tree
For additional information: ​http://www.gumberg.com/properties/cranberry-mall/

Additional Dining Options:

Various local and chain restaurants located near hotel—suggestions include:

Juniper Grill
2030 Mackenzie Way, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Menu: h​ ttp://junipergrill.com/?page_id=1465

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza
2045 Mackenzie Way, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Casual, modern atmosphere serving charred-crust pies, wings, subs, Italian dishes and more
Menu: h​ ttps://acfp.com/menu/

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
7300 Cranberry Springs Dr., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
Lodge-like setting serving steak, seafood, and cocktails
Lunch and dinner options available: ​https://cranberry.firebirdsrestaurants.com/menus/

Hines Ward’s Tavern 86
530 Northpointe Cir, Seven Fields, PA 16046 (Right onto US-228, right onto Northpointe Circle—
1.5 miles from Pittsburgh Marriott North)
American-style, chic restaurant serving salads, burgers, seafood, steak, and cocktails
Menu: h​ ttps://hineswardstable86.com/menu/

Exploration IN & AROUND DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH and THE NORTH HILLS

Additional Shopping:

Strip District

A vibrant mix of old-style grocers, international stores, fresh produce street stands, gourmet food shops,
and famous Pittsburgh restaurants
Just outside of downtown Pittsburgh, on the banks of the Allegheny River

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Street parking available along ​Penn Avenue and Smallman Street—​ many popular and walk-able
businesses are located between 1​ 6t​ h​ and 25​th​ street
A shopping, eating, and restaurant guide to navigate the strip district neighborhood:
https://www.discovertheburgh.com/strip-district-guide/

Ross Park Mall

1000 Ross Park Mall Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
About 15 miles south from Pittsburgh Marriott North
Multi-level indoor area with 160+ retailers, specialty shops, and restaurants
Open 10:00am-9:00pm (Monday-Saturday), 11:00am-6:00pm (Sunday)
https://www.simon.com/mall/ross-park-mall

Grove City Premium Outlets

1911 Leesburg Grove City Rd, Grove City, PA 16127
About 35 miles north of Pittsburgh Marriott North
Open-air outlet mall
Open 10:00am-9:00pm (Monday-Saturday) and 10:00am-7:00pm (Sunday)
To locate store directory: h​ ttps://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/grove-city

Attractions & Sightseeing:

The Duquesne Incline and Mount Washington

Parking located at 1197 West Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Cable car ride providing a picturesque panorama of Pittsburgh and view of its three rivers: Allegheny,
Monongahela, and Ohio
Open 5:30am to 12:30am (Monday-Saturday), 7:00am to 12:30am (Sunday)
Incline ride cost: $5 round trip
You can also experience the view from Mount Washington by driving to the Grandview Overlook on
Grandview Avenue!
http://www.duquesneincline.org/

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 S​ chenley D​ rive, Pittsburgh, PA 13213

Encompasses 15 acres of beautiful greenery in Schenley Park and Oakland
Self–guided tour through a 14-room glasshouse and 23 unique gardens
Open 9:30am-5:00pm (Sunday-Thursday), 9:30am-10:00pm (Friday-Saturday)
Cost: $17.95 (Adult)
https://www.phipps.conservatory.org/

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Located between Lawrenceville and Highland Park areas of Pittsburgh
Open 9:00am-4:00pm (Gates close at 3:00pm)
Cost: $13 (Adult)
https://www.pittsburghzoo.org

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Museums & Galleries:

The Andy Warhol Museum

117 Sandusky St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Extensive collection of artwork and archives from Andy Warhol, a Pittsburgh-born pop art icon
Open 10:00am-5:00pm (Tuesday-Thursday, Saturday & Sunday) and 10:00am-10:00pm (Friday)
Cost: $20 (Adult), $10 (Student)
https://www.warhol.org

The Mattress Factory

500 Sampsonia Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Parking located at 505 Jacksonia Street
Contemporary art museum that features site-specific installations from artists around the world
Open 10:00am-5:00pm (Tuesday-Saturday) and 1:00pm-5:00pm (Sunday)
Cost: $20 (Adult), $15 (Student)
https://www.mattress.org

The Cathedral of Learning Nationality Rooms ​at The University of Pittsburgh

4200 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
A collection of 30 classrooms within the Cathedral, depicting the ethnic groups that help the city of
Pittsburgh develop
The Cathedral itself is a centerpiece of the university’s main campus—at 42 stories it is the tallest
educational building in the Western hemisphere
Building is open 9:00am-4:00pm (Monday-Saturday) and 11:00am-4:00pm (Sunday)
For more information about touring the nationality rooms:
https://www.nationalityrooms.pitt.edu/directions
Information Center Telephone: 412-624-6000

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
One of the four Carnegie Museums in Pittsburgh—located in Oakland near Carnegie Mellon and The
University of Pittsburgh
A collection of artifacts and scientific specimens, outlining an understanding of evolution
Cost: $19.95 (Adult), $11.95 (Student)
Hours: 10:00am-5:00pm (All days, but closed Tuesday)
https://carnegiemnh.org

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PITTSBURGH MARRIOTT NORTH HOTEL MAP/LAYOUT

 
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