Kyra Hood (Storm), Mph, Rd, Ibclc
About Kyra Hood (Storm), Mph, Rd, Ibclc
Kyra Hood is the Director of Perinatal Nutrition Programs at Pomelo Care, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in dietetics and public health, with previous roles at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and WIC.
Work at Pomelo
Kyra Hood currently serves as the Director of Perinatal Nutrition Programs at Pomelo Care. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and implementation of nutrition programs aimed at supporting perinatal health. Her role involves overseeing nutrition strategies and ensuring that they align with best practices in maternal and child health.
Previous Experience at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Kyra Hood completed a Dietetic Internship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center from 2013 to 2014. This 10-month internship provided her with practical experience in clinical nutrition, preparing her for her future roles in the field of dietetics and nutrition.
Experience with WIC
From 2014 to 2021, Kyra Hood worked at the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program as the Mobile Program Coordinator and Clinical Care Liaison in the Greater Nashville Area, TN. In this role, she coordinated nutrition services and provided clinical support to families, enhancing access to nutritional resources for vulnerable populations.
Education and Expertise
Kyra Hood earned her Bachelor's degree in Dietetics/Dietitian from the University of Arkansas, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior from the University of South Carolina, completing her studies from 2017 to 2019. Her educational background supports her expertise in nutrition and public health.