Melissa Odorisio, Ms, Rd, Ldn, Cnsc
About Melissa Odorisio, Ms, Rd, Ldn, Cnsc
Melissa Odorisio is a Dietitian Specialist II at Intermountain Health, with extensive experience in clinical nutrition and dietetics. She has held various positions in healthcare institutions, including Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital and BayCare Health System, and has a strong educational background in medical sciences and dietetics.
Current Role at Intermountain Healthcare
Melissa Odorisio serves as a Dietitian Specialist II on the TeleRD Team at Intermountain Healthcare. She has been in this role since 2023. In her position, she focuses on providing specialized dietary support and nutrition education remotely, contributing to the health and wellness of patients through telehealth services.
Previous Experience in Dietetics
Prior to her current role, Melissa held various positions in the field of dietetics. She worked at the University of Florida as a Registered Dietitian in the WIC Program from 2008 to 2012. She also served as a Clinical Registered Dietitian at UF Health from 2012 to 2013 and at Tampa General Hospital from 2013 to 2019. Additionally, she worked at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital from 2020 to 2021 and at BayCare Health System for 7 months in 2019.
Education and Qualifications
Melissa Odorisio earned her Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Human Nutrition with a focus on Dietetics from the University of Florida, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education at the University of South Florida, where she obtained a Master of Science in Medical Sciences- Health Science from 2010 to 2012.
Role at Sharecare
In addition to her work at Intermountain Healthcare, Melissa has been employed at Sharecare as a Health Fact Checker since 2023. In this role, she verifies health-related information, ensuring accuracy and reliability for users seeking nutritional guidance and health facts.
Experience with Dietitians On Demand
Melissa worked at Dietitians On Demand in various capacities from 2019 to 2022. She served as an Associate Corporate Dietitian focusing on Clinical Education for 7 months in 2022 and as a Clinical Nutrition Subject Matter Expert for 3 years. Her work involved developing educational materials and providing expertise in clinical nutrition.