Sarah Kushner Ahto, Ms Rd Ldn
About Sarah Kushner Ahto, Ms Rd Ldn
Sarah Kushner Ahto is a Registered Dietitian with extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. She has worked at Foodsmart since 2022 and previously held positions at Vida Health and Interactive Health, Inc, specializing in areas such as weight management and chronic disease management.
Work at Foodsmart
Sarah Kushner Ahto currently serves as a Registered Dietitian at Foodsmart, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she applies her expertise in nutrition to support clients in achieving their health goals. Her work involves providing personalized dietary guidance and utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches. Sarah's focus on compassion and empathy enhances her interactions with clients, ensuring they receive tailored support in their nutritional journeys.
Previous Experience at Vida Health
Before joining Foodsmart, Sarah worked as a Registered Dietitian at Vida Health from 2020 to 2022. During her two years there, she contributed to the development of nutrition programs aimed at improving client health outcomes. Her role involved assessing client needs and providing dietary recommendations to support various health conditions.
Background in Health Coaching
Sarah has a background in health coaching, having worked at Interactive Health, Inc as a Health Coach/Dietitian from 2013 to 2020. Over her seven years in this position, she gained experience in promoting healthy lifestyle changes and providing nutritional education to clients. This role allowed her to develop skills in both individual and group coaching settings.
Education and Expertise
Sarah holds a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from RUSH University, where she studied from 2003 to 2005. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing her studies from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in nutrition science, which she applies in her professional practice.
Clinical Experience
Sarah possesses extensive clinical experience, having worked with both adults and children in various settings. Her expertise includes outpatient and inpatient care, focusing on areas such as weight management, dialysis, and long-term care. Additionally, she has significant experience in telehealth, addressing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, as well as providing support for stress management and smoking cessation.