Gabrielle P.
About Gabrielle P.
Gabrielle P. is a Registered Dietitian II at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, specializing in gastrointestinal conditions and complex feeding issues in pediatric patients. She has a diverse background in dietetics, with previous roles in customer service and academic engagement, and holds a Master's degree in Dietetics & Nutrition from the University of Dayton.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Gabrielle P. currently serves as a Registered Dietitian II at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she specializes in managing gastrointestinal conditions, including Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Gabrielle collaborates with the Feeding & Swallowing Center to address complex feeding issues in pediatric patients. She also provides dietary management for patients with G-Tubes and participates in the G-Tube Clinic, ensuring comprehensive care for children with specialized nutritional needs.
Education and Expertise
Gabrielle P. holds a Master's degree in Dietetics & Nutrition from the University of Dayton, which she completed from 2019 to 2020. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics/Nutrition from the same institution, studying from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary to address various dietary and nutritional challenges, particularly in pediatric healthcare.
Previous Work Experience
Gabrielle has a diverse work history in the field of dietetics and customer service. She worked as a Registered Dietitian at UPMC from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, she completed a Dietetic Internship at Premier Health Partners from 2019 to 2020. Her earlier roles include customer service at Jamestown Container Companies for nine years and various positions at the University of Dayton, including catering and food service. Additionally, she participated in a Rotary Youth Exchange program in Italy from 2014 to 2015.
Specialization in Pediatric Nutrition
At UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Gabrielle P. focuses on pediatric nutrition, particularly for children with gastrointestinal disorders. Her expertise includes managing conditions such as Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). She is actively involved in the G-Tube Clinic, where she provides dietary management for patients who require G-Tubes, ensuring they receive appropriate nutritional support tailored to their medical needs.