Haley Schmidt
About Haley Schmidt
Haley Schmidt is an Outpatient Metabolic Dietitian at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, specializing in managing PKU diets for patients and families. She is also a dedicated mentor for aspiring registered dietitians and has a personal connection to her work through her daughter's liver condition.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Haley Schmidt has been serving as an Outpatient Metabolic Dietitian at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2020. In this role, she specializes in educating patients and families on managing a phenylketonuria (PKU) diet, providing support from birth through adulthood. Her work involves utilizing counseling skills, such as active listening and readiness assessment, to enhance patient compliance with dietary plans. Additionally, she has experience as a NICU Registered Dietitian at the same hospital since 2016, contributing to the nutritional care of infants in critical condition.
Education and Expertise
Haley Schmidt earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition from the University of Pittsburgh, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her clinical practice. She actively participates in mentoring and teaching students, aiming to inspire future registered dietitians. Haley stays informed about the latest research changes in dietetics, which enhances her problem-solving abilities in clinical settings.
Background
Before her current role, Haley Schmidt worked as a Dietetic Intern at WVU Hospitals — Ruby Memorial Hospital from 2015 to 2016. This nine-month internship provided her with practical experience in the field of dietetics. She resides in Jemison, Alabama, with her family, which includes her daughter, Adleigh, and her son, Eli. Adleigh was diagnosed with biliary atresia, leading Haley to undergo a living-donor liver transplant at UPMC Children's Hospital, where she donated a portion of her liver to her daughter.
Achievements
Haley Schmidt's liver donation marked a significant milestone as it was the 200th living-donor liver transplant performed at UPMC Children's Hospital. This achievement highlights her commitment to her family's health and well-being. Her involvement in mentoring future dietitians reflects her dedication to the profession and the importance of education in dietetics.