Claire Callaghan, Ms, Rdn
About Claire Callaghan, Ms, Rdn
Claire Callaghan is a Clinical Dietitian at Atlantic Health System, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Rutgers University and focuses on promoting sustainable healthy lifestyle behaviors and the impact of nutrition on physical and mental health.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Claire Callaghan has been employed as a Clinical Dietitian at Atlantic Health System since 2021. In this role, she focuses on promoting sustainable and realistic healthy lifestyle behaviors. Her work emphasizes the importance of nutrition in enhancing both physical and mental health, contributing to the overall wellness of her patients.
Education and Expertise
Claire Callaghan holds a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Rutgers University, where she studied from 2019 to 2021. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Human, Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise with a Minor in Integrative Health and Wellness from Virginia Tech, completing her degree in 2019. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in nutrition science and its applications.
Background
Before her current position, Claire Callaghan gained diverse experience in the field of nutrition and dietetics. She served as a Dietetic Intern at West Palm Beach VA Medical Center for eight months in 2020. Additionally, she worked as an Assistant at Optimal Family Chiropractic, LLC for three months in 2019 and as a Teacher Assistant at Virginia Tech for four months in 2016.
Professional Focus
In her practice, Claire Callaghan emphasizes the impact of nutrition on both physical and mental health. She aims to educate her clients on the importance of dietary choices and their effects on overall well-being. Her approach is centered on fostering healthy lifestyle behaviors that are both sustainable and realistic for her patients.