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HAND Annual Spring Conference

2014 Annual Spring Conference: Keynote Speaker

Mauna Kea Hawai‘i's Highest Peak

In celebration of HDA’s 75th Anniversary, we are honored to present Dr. Glenna McCollum as our Keynote Speaker.

Glenna McCollum, MPH, RDNDr. Glenna McCollum, MPH, RDN
2013-2014 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Glenna McCollum is President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. She is vice president of health and nutrition for PhycoBiosciences, Inc. and serves on Arizona’s statewide leadership board of directors for Project CENTRL (Center for Rural Leadership). She was a founding member of Gold Canyon Bank and served as the inaugural president of Chandler University; assistant dean and director of nutrition of Central Arizona College; and chief executive officer of the Chandler Education Foundation. McCollum is a nationally known speaker, a published author and was the editor for more than 20 nutrition textbooks during her tenure at Central Arizona College. She also directed the production of Giggles, Squiggles and Squirms, an early childhood education series promoting good nutrition, physical activity and parent involvement in early learning. In addition to serving on the Academy’s Board of Directors, McCollum was the speaker for the House of Delegates and vice-chair of the Quality Management Committee. She was recognized as the Outstanding Educator of the Year. McCollum served as president of the Arizona Dietetic Association and was recognized as Arizona’s Outstanding Dietitian of the Year. She was also recognized as the Outstanding Woman of Chandler and received the Community Service Award from Project CENTRL. McCollum is a graduate of Arizona State University. She earned a master’s degree from Loma Linda University and a doctorate in management and organizational leadership from the University of Phoenix.

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Quarterly Newsletter

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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HAND Annual Spring Conference

2014 Annual Spring Conference: Celebrating HDA’s 75th Anniversary

Mauna Kea Hawai‘i's Highest Peak

Kūlia I Ka Nu‘u — “Strive to Reach the Highest”

SAVE THE DATE: May 2, 2014 – 7:15 am to 4:00pm
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Mauna Kea, Hawai‘i's Highest Peak
Mauna Kea, Hawai‘i’s Highest Peak

Our conference theme this year, Kūlia is the Hawaiian word for “Strive”, as in “Strive to Reach the Highest”.  This exemplifies HDA’s 75th Anniversary mission to recognize our past kupuna (accomplishments) and to strive for future professional achievements. We look towards our highest peak, Mauna Kea, as a source of inspiration. Hawai‘i’s Mauna Kea rises an astonishing 33,476 feet (10,203 meters) from the depths of the Pacific Ocean floor, and measured from base to peak, it is the tallest mountain on earth. The summit of Mauna Kea is called Puu Wekiu and it is at an elevation of 13,796 feet (4,205 meters), making it the highest point of land in the Pacific Basin.

 

Register early so you don’t miss out on this special celebration year!

It begins with YOU. As dietitians, we positively impact those around us every day of our lives. To truly help others, we first need to take care of ourselves. From the moment you arrive to moment you leave, you will be engaged – mind, body, and heart. In cultivating healthfulness throughout the day, you will be refreshed, recharged, and ready to continue affecting change in those around you. Kūlia I Ka Nu‘u – Strive to reach YOUR highest!

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with other healthcare professionals, explore new products at vendor exhibits, acquire new knowledge and skills and bid on goods and services at our Silent Auction. RD/Ns can earn up to 6 CPEUs.

We offer an exciting line-up of topics and speakers from both the US mainland and our community:

Keynote Speaker: Dr Glenna McCollum, MPH, RDN – 2013-2014 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Kūlia I Ka Nu‘u — “Strive to reach the highest” — It begins with you!

  • Co-facilitators: Ruby Hayasaka RD, MS, MA – 2014 CPI Chairperson and  Michael Tengan, BA, NASM-CPT, CES, WLS, NSCA-CPT

Feeding the World – The Role of Sustainability and Biotechnology with the Global Agricultural Landscape
International Food Information Council

  • Moderator: Marianne Smith Edge, MS, RD, LD, FADA (food communications perspective)
  • Speakers: Alan McHughen, PhD (science perspective), Jennifer Schmidt, MS, RD (farmer perspective) and Connie Diekman, MEd, RD, LD, FADA (RD/clinician perspective)

Nutrition and the Media

  • Speaker: Sarah-Jane Bedwell, RD, LDN

Understanding the use of Coding/Billing Terminology
Learn the basics of billing and coding for nutrition services with focus on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Coding/ ICD10

  • Speaker: Jessie Pavlinac, MS, RD, CSR, LD

Children’s Healthy Living Project: Building a Pacific Way to Wellness

  • Speaker: Rachel Novotny, PhD, RDN, LD with panelists – Marie Kainoa Fialkowski, PhD, RDN; Jodi Leslie, DrPH, RDN; Treena Delormier, PhD, RDN; and Reynolette Ettienne, PhD, RDN

Online registration is open. Seating is limited! Click here to register.

If available, speaker biographies are viewable by clicking on individual phototgraphs.

Speaker Photo Gallery

 

 

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Community Events

2013 Waimanalo County Fair Photos

The 2013 Waimanalo County Fair was held on October 20. Great turnout!

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Dietitians in the Media

2013 Distinguished Service (Acute) Award

HAH Ruby H CroppedThe Healthcare Association of Hawai’i honored Ruby Hayasaka, RD, MS, MA, with its 2013 Distinguished Service (Acute) Award at their annual awards and scholarship dinner in October. Ruby received the award for her innovative, creative and energetic efforts to promote healthy, sustainable food both personally and professionally as the director of Nutritional Services at Castle Medical Center.

Ruby oversees the state’s only vegetarian hospital cafeteria, The Bistro. Several years ago, Ruby observed that nurses and caregivers on the floors of Castle Medical Center were often too busy to make the trip down to The Bistro during their breaks or at lunchtime. In response, Ruby created the “Bistro Express Cart” that brought sandwiches, salads, and other items from the Bistro up on a cart, complete with convenient point of sale purchasing. It is a huge success with both staff and visitors. A self-professed “foodie”, Ruby is also passionate about health and wellness, exhibited by her tremendous personal weight loss story. She has a passion for local farming and has a micro “farmers market”, which is available daily in The Bistro and includes locally sourced seasonal produce showcased in an attractive display available for purchase by associates and visitors who are thrilled to be able to purchase fresh papaya, tomatoes and other items to take home.

Last year, Ruby organized a special event on Oct. 28 at Castle Medical Center to celebrate National Food Day. She brought together physicians, government representatives, and local farmers to participate in a panel discussion about the importance of nutrition and high quality food. The event was attended by several hundred community members, and culminated in the launch of Hawaii’s first ever “Farm Roof” to be located at Castle Medical Center. The rooftop farm was Ruby’s innovative idea. The Farm Roof now allows Castle Medical Center to grow nutrient rich micro-greens and other healthy produce directly on one of its roofs, in an area that is visible to patients and associates. The greens are harvested and then served in patient meals and in the Bistro. Besides the obvious health component of using fresh micro-greens, the farm has also allowed the hospital to reduce the amount it spends on purchasing greens, so it has also had a positive financial impact.