Luis 'Alex' Gomez, Ms, Rdn, Ld
About Luis 'Alex' Gomez, Ms, Rdn, Ld
Luis 'Alex' Gomez is a bilingual Registered Dietitian with a Master of Science in Nutrition and Metabolism. He has worked at Dignity Health and Foodsmart, providing medical nutrition therapy and counseling patients on dietary habits since 2021.
Work at Foodsmart
Luis 'Alex' Gomez serves as a Registered Dietitian at Foodsmart, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he utilizes his bilingual skills in Spanish to provide nutritional guidance and support to a diverse clientele. His responsibilities include counseling patients and families on therapeutic nutrition and promoting healthy eating habits. Gomez's expertise allows him to tailor nutrition plans that meet individual needs, enhancing the overall health and well-being of those he serves.
Work at Dignity Health
Gomez has been a Clinical Dietitian at Dignity Health since 2021. In this role, he provides medical nutrition therapy in both acute and subacute settings. He focuses on assessing and improving patients' nutritional status, ensuring they receive appropriate dietary support during their treatment. His involvement in interdisciplinary team rounds in the ICU setting allows him to collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
Education and Expertise
Gomez earned a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science from California State University, Northridge, completing his studies from 2016 to 2019. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Nutrition and Metabolism from The University of Texas Medical Branch, where he studied from 2019 to 2020. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work as a Registered Dietitian, enabling him to apply evidence-based practices in his clinical roles.
Background in Dietary Services
Prior to his current roles, Gomez gained valuable experience in dietary services. He worked as a Dietary Aide at Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center from 2013 to 2019, and at Los Robles East Campus Acute Rehab from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, he completed a Dietetic Internship at The University of Texas Medical Branch from 2019 to 2020. These positions allowed him to develop practical skills in nutrition care and patient support.