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The Times They Are A-Changin’

Publication: Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
19 August 2011

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Change is the one constant in a constantly changing world, including the world of dietetic practice. Over a 40-year career, I have witnessed and participated in many such changes. Key lessons from my early career with Manitoba Agriculture and Manitoba Health include an understanding of the power of teamwork, of the importance of communication skills, of the need for shared knowledge and expertise, and of ways to connect nutrition messages with food and eating. Later, my work as director of education in a family medicine residency program taught me the value of building a portfolio of knowledge and skills and of working with families. Similarly, my work with the Organization for Cooperation in Overseas Development led me to appreciate the need for cultural sensitivity in our work. Opportunities with Dietitians of Canada have shown me that future directions must include continued interdisciplinary development of policy and position papers. Other important challenges include determining issues relevant to various areas of dietetic practice, working to achieve Vision 2020 goals, and inspiring and nurturing new leadership among younger Dietitians of Canada members.

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Le changement est l'une des constantes dans un monde en perpétuel changement, et cela vaut aussi pour le monde de la pratique de la diététique. Au cours de mes 40 ans de carrière, j'ai été témoin de beaucoup de ces changements et j'y ai contribué. Mes débuts chez Agriculture Manitoba et Santé Manitoba m'ont fait comprendre le pouvoir du travail d’équipe, l'importance des habiletés en communication, la nécessité de partager les connaissances et expertises, et des moyens de lier les messages sur la nutrition aux aliments et à l'alimentation. Par la suite, mon travail de directrice de l’éducation dans un programme de résidence en médecine familiale m'a fait découvrir la valeur de travailler auprès des familles et de créer un portfolio de connaissances et d'habiletés. De plus, mon travail auprès de la Organization for Cooperation in Overseas Development m'a montré l'importance de la sensibilisation aux réalités culturelles dans le cadre de notre travail. Quant aux occasions dont j'ai bénéficié au sein des Diététistes du Canada, elles m'ont appris que nos orientations futures doivent prendre en considération un développement interdisciplinaire continu des politiques et des exposés de position. D'autres défis importants comprennent la définition des questions touchant divers secteurs de la pratique de la diététique, la réalisation des objectifs de la Vision 2020, et la capacité à inspirer et favoriser un nouveau leadership au sein des jeunes membres des Diététistes du Canada.

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cover image Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
Volume 72Number 3September 2011
Pages: 146 - 150

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Version of record online: 19 August 2011

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Lynda Corby, MSc, MEd, RD, FDC
Nutrition Consultant, Victoria, BC

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