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President’s Update, Fall 2017

Aloha members,

Guess where this is? As we enter into our Fall season, this is a reminder to take a moment, a day, a weekend, or more… and just relax and enjoy…appreciate the simple things in life. Secondly, we’re hoping this picture will entice you to come to our next fundraiser. “Wine” down at the end of a busy week with our second wine tasting fundraising event on Friday, October 6, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Join the Hawaii Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for an evening of socializing and networking at Oeno Winemaking while helping to raise funds for our 2018 HAND Annual Spring Conference. Sample locally, hand made wines while enjoying live entertainment.
For a $30 fee, each participant will be provided with a flight of wine samples and light pupus. We will also be having raffle tickets for purchase to win a prized bottle of wine. This event is limited to 35 participants so sign up now while tickets last! It is open to both HAND and Non-HAND members. Participants must be at least 21 to participate in the wine tasting, although students are encouraged to come for conversation and connection. Nonalcoholic beverages will be provided as an alternative.
Register here or click here for more informationHope to see you there!

As we enter into the Fall season, as your President, I am most thankful for our Board members. They have been working diligently on a variety of initiatives. Here are some of the highlights:

  • Visit our website regularly! We have been working very hard to add new material and update the website with more newsy information, CPEUs, and related activities.
    For example, check out this new report:
    Hawai‘i’s Food System: Food for All
  • We are selling old Diet Manuals at a discounted rate. See our website for more information. Our new diet manual is being finalized and will be ready very soon! Stay informed as we will be announcing its publication via our website.
  • Did you know we just won a national Academy challenge? Our Affiliate won the Academy Foundation Affiliate Second Century Challenge this year.  The Academy Foundation challenged all Academy Affiliates this year to give a gift to the Second Century Campaign from either their budget or reserves while encouraging their members to give as well. HAND has won the challenge with an average per member gift to the Second Century Campaign of $206. We will receive a $1,000 scholarship in our name in 2018. There will be an article on the Foundation website in regards to this challenge and the winners.  Congratulations and big Mahalo to all!  Learn more about the Second Century Initiative (you may be required to log in as a AND member).
  • We are currently working on our next Spring Conference, set for May 4th, 2018. Save the Date!

Interested in joining the leadership team for the Hawai‘i Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics? We welcome you to become part of a strong and dedicated board of food and nutrition professionals in the state of Hawai‘i and US Affiliated Pacific Region. Nominations are being accepted for: President-elect, Nominating chair-elect, Treasurer-elect, CPI chair-elect, Secretary and Delegate. Nominate yourself! Please contact our Nominating Committee Chair, Savanna Sussman, if you are interested in joining for the upcoming 2018-2019 Academy year.

If you are working on a great project or if you have been spotlighted in the media and would like to have it posted on our website, send message and any links to either myself or our Web Editor.

Aloha everyone… Have a wonderful holiday season. Cheers!

Cyndy Endrizal, PhD, MPH, RDN, LD, FAND
2017-2018 HAND President

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President’s Update, Summer 2017

Aloha members,

What a great 2017 Spring Conference!  We had over 100 attendees and definitely “Nourished Our Skills” as all of our speakers provided great information.  We hope to see you at our next Summer Seminar on August 4th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Queen’s Conference Center.  We have partnered with Abbott who will be providing 4 continuing education hours.  Topics include:  (1) Nutrition Intervention Approaches for the Management of Malnutrition Among Hospitalized Patients; (2) 2016 Critical Care Guidelines: Update and Overview; (3) Lactation Overview; and (4); Understanding Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.  Get your free ticket here.  For more information, contact our CPI committee at CPI@eartighthawaii.org.

Here are some pictures from the conference. Since it was Cinco de Mayo, we hosted a fun photo booth!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We are so proud to share that Erin R Van Genderen, RDN, wrote an article that was featured in the January 2017 Affiliate Spotlight.  This newsletter is shared with all of the AND affiliates!  See link to read the article entitled: Hawaii Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics High Fat Meets High Success at Shriners Hospitals for Children – Honolulu.  This summary showcases success of a physician-dietitian team in Honolulu.  We were fortunate to have Ryan Lee, MD and Miki Wong, MACO, RD, YFT present their research and success stories at our recent conference.

We received word from AND to honor and thank Ann Ditzler, RDN and Jean Hankin, RDN for their very generous donations to the Second Century Initiative.  Ann is also our liaison to keep us up to date on the future plans and vision of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Amy Tousman, RDN has been working on a letter that we plan to send to the Director of Health to allow for RDNs to write diet orders in the hospital setting.  Thank you Amy for all of your hard work and we are keeping our fingers crossed that we can be successful with this important initiative!

Marie Kainoa Fialkowski Revilla, PhD, MS, RDN, LD , our incoming President-Elect wants to share with you some educational opportunities.  Apply now to the Child Health Assessment in the Pacific Undergraduate Summer Fellowship Program: http://www.chl-pacific.org/apply-to-chap-here

Check out the courses being offered through the Children’s Healthy Living summer Institute:

http://www.outreach.hawaii.edu/summer/features/FEA-ChildHealth.asp

Finally, I want to say a special MAHALO to all of you for allowing me to serve as your President this past year.  It has been a tremendous honor to lead such a wonderful, talented, and fun group of people.  I appreciate each and every Board member, student, intern, and all of the volunteers for all of their hard work and dedication!  I look forward to continuing to serve as your Past President!

Nena Harrington, 2016-2017 HAND President

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Newsletter – February 2014

Aloha HDA members and fellow colleagues,

Happy New Year!  It’s hard to believe this marks the year of our 75th Anniversary as an organization.  HDA is proud to represent you.  Our members are the most valued source of food and nutrition services in the state of Hawaii.  It’s with you in mind that I share what’s in store for 2014.

I’m so very excited about our 2014 Annual Spring Conference:  “Kūlia: Strive!”  We have an exciting line up of speakers and topics.  The Council on Professional Issues (CPI) committee is hard at work planning an educational and social event that is sure to nourish your Mind, Body and Spirit.  Online registration begins on February 7, 2014. We will have an announcement and link on our website by this date.

We will be recognizing and celebrating the work of those dietitians who led the way for the future of dietetics in Hawaii.  You may submit pictures, HDA memorabilia, and stories you wish to share to Ann Ditzler.

It’s time for the 2014 Academy elections!  Voting opened on February 1 and runs through February 22, 2014.  As a member of the Academy, you can help shape the future of the dietetics profession by exercising your privilege to vote.  You will be automatically entered to win a FREE registration to the Academy’s Food & Nutrition Conference Expo (FNCE), October 18-21, 2014 in Atlanta!  Visit www.eatright.org/elections to view the slate of candidates and vote electronically.

The HDA Public Policy Panel is planning for our 4th annual State Legislative Day on Wednesday, March 12, 2014.  This day also celebrates National Registered Dietitian Day.  Please join us for this opportunity to network with fellow RDs in the community.  HDA will be hosting a networking breakfast for members and state legislators.  Legislative visits are also being planned to discuss important and relevant food and nutrition related legislation.

Your board of directors met on January 16, 2014.  One of the goals of the board is to bring more value to you our members!  Another first for HDA is our newly enhanced website and Facebook page.  Our FB page went live on October 26, 2013.  I invite you to visit and “like” our FB page at https://www.facebook.com/HawaiiDieteticAssociation

Finally, we are looking for nominations for the following:

  • Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year
  • Emerging Dietetic Leader of the Year
  • Outstanding Dietitian of the Year
  • Outstanding Dietetics Student Award

Contact me to submit names of potential nominees and obtain an award application.

As an organization of more than 300 members made up food and nutrition professionals, I am honored to share in our continued mission to promote optimal nutrition, health and well-being to the people of Hawaii.

In good health and gratitude,

Sally

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Newsletter – October 2013

Aloha HDA members and fellow colleagues,

My first few months as your president have been filled with opportunities and challenges alike. With these opportunities and challenges comes great reward. I have received emails from you, our members saying how much you appreciate receiving updates and announcements. HDA is made up of a diverse and dynamic group of individuals. As a member, I have personally enjoyed meeting and networking with fellow colleagues.

There is a lot to look forward to in 2014. HDA will be celebrating 75 amazing years as an organization. This is an exciting time for Hawaii dietitian nutritionists. We are in the midst of changes in the way health care is being delivered and this includes critical nutrition services we provide to our patients and our Hawaii community. These changes will provide dietitians with the unique opportunity to advance our profession and show the value of the services we provide.

The theme of our 2014 Annual Spring Conference is “Kulia: Strive!” How timely and fitting this theme is given all we have accomplished and the future opportunities which lie ahead. We are looking forward to recognizing and celebrating the work of those dietitians who paved the way for the future of dietetics in Hawaii. We welcome your submissions of pictures past and present, HDA memorabilia of all kinds, and any stories you wish to share with your fellow colleagues. Your Spring Conference Committee is hard at work planning what promises to be an engaging and informative event. We are excited about the proposed line up of speakers. As always, we value your input and suggestions for topics as well as speakers.

One of the goals of the board is to increase member involvement and our visibility as nutrition experts in and among the community. HDA and its members have participated in numerous community events, health fairs and professional coalitions. In the spirit of sharing, I would love to hear from those of you who are currently involved in any food or nutrition related initiatives.

Your board of directors met on September 19th to do some strategic planning. Part of our strategic plan includes bringing more value to you our members! We have a new and enhanced HDA website. I invite you to visit the website often for updates and opportunities to earn free CEU’s. The board has a number of committees working on some very exciting projects. Committees needing your help and talents include our Website, Public Policy Panel, Fundraising and Spring Conference planning committees. Additionally, please consider running for office or getting involved at a level that is workable for you. The HDA board meetings are always open to all HDA members. Board meetings are held bimonthly at Castle Medical Center in the administrative conference room. A list of dates is available on the HDA website.

As an organization of more than 300 members made up food and nutrition professionals, I am honored to share in our continued mission to promote optimal nutrition, health and well-being to the people of Hawaii.

In good health and gratitude,

Sally

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Newsletter – July 2013

Aloha HDA members and fellow colleagues,

I am excited, honored and privileged to serve as your president for the coming year. There is a lot to look forward to. HDA will be celebrating 75 years as an organization made up of food and nutrition professionals. Indeed we have much to celebrate. In 2012 we finally achieved our goal of the implementation of dietitian licensure, the Academy has empowered registered dietitians to get the much deserved recognition as the nutrition experts by making a bold move to change the name of the national association to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics otherwise known as AND. Dietitians may also use the newly designated credential RDN which stands for “registered dietitian nutritionist”. This title designation encompasses all that we do in our daily work and in our profession.

I invite you to meet your HDA leadership and board of directors by visiting the HDA website. HDA has been very active as an organization. HDA and its members have participated in numerous community events, health fairs, professional coalitions, as well as formed key partnerships while attending the Physical Activity & Nutrition (PAN) Summit. Additionally, I would love to hear from those of you who are currently involved in any food or nutrition related initiatives. Our Hawaii community and our board members need to become more aware of all the good work that is being done by HDA members across the state.

We are always looking at ways to increase member involvement and ways to provide growth as well as professional development opportunities for our members. Organizations such as HDA know the importance of preparing and cultivating our future leaders. HDA has developed a mentorship program to serve this purpose.

The board has a number of committees working on some very exciting projects. Committees needing your help and talents include our Website, Public Policy Panel, Fundraising and Spring Conference planning committees.
Please consider running for office or getting involved at a level that is workable for you.

One of the goals of the board is to increase volunteerism and our visibility as nutrition experts in and among the community. HDA continues to develop and build new partnerships with organizations who share a common vision to promote health and wellness. As a result of increasing recognition and visibility, our website committee has a vision to give the HDA website a much needed face lift. The goal is to enhance our website in an effort to reach a wider audience while providing our members with a website that is streamlined, intuitive, user friendly, informational, current and fun.

The HDA board meetings are always open to all HDA members. On behalf of our board members and leadership, I invite you to join us. Board meetings are held bimonthly at Castle Medical Center in the administrative conference room. A list of dates will be made available on the HDA website.

In celebration of 75 amazing years, your HDA board of directors is planning a special event in addition to the annual spring conference in recognition of the rich history of our organization. We welcome your submissions of pictures past and present, HDA memorabilia of all kinds, and any stories you wish to share with your fellow colleagues. You may contact Ann Ditzler, committee chair and immediate past president via email as listed on our website.

As an organization of more than 300 members made up food and nutrition professionals, I am honored to share in our continued mission to promote optimal nutrition, health and well-being to the people of Hawaii.

In good health and gratitude,

Sally