Ruth Farrell, Mph Rdn
About Ruth Farrell, Mph Rdn
Ruth Farrell, MPH, RDN, is a Clinical Dietitian at CommonSpirit Health's Mission Hope Cancer Center in Santa Maria, CA, where she specializes in evidence-based nutrition education for oncology patients. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and a Master of Public Health, and has over four years of experience in food service and clinical settings.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Ruth Farrell has been employed as a Clinical Dietitian at CommonSpirit Health since 2023. She works at the Mission Hope Cancer Center in Santa Maria, California, where she provides evidence-based nutrition education specifically tailored for oncology patients. In her role, she collaborates with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and promote community health and wellness.
Education and Expertise
Ruth Farrell holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Health (MPH) with a focus on Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services from Loma Linda University, completing her studies in 2023. Additionally, she has achieved a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification from Cuesta College since 2018.
Background
Ruth Farrell has over four years of combined experience in food service and clinical environments. Her professional journey includes roles as a Child Nutrition Intern at Redlands Unified School District, a Food Service Operations Management Intern at Loma Linda University Medical Center, and a Dining Associate at Morrison Healthcare. She also worked as a Caregiver at Senior Helpers and served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Loma Linda University.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Ruth Farrell has focused on providing equitable nutrition services. She has actively collaborated with professionals in the healthcare sector to promote community health and wellness. Her experience in both clinical dietetics and food service operations has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of nutrition in various settings.