Rachel Pritchard
About Me
I'm Rachel, an aspiring Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, mother, and military spouse. My passion for nutrition stems from a deep curiosity about the science of nutrition and its role in our lives. I am especially focused on acute care medical nutrition therapy, but also have an interest in individual nutrition counseling.
My philosophy is to use human nutrition expertise to promote health while also respecting food as a source of joy, connection, and identity. With a focus on healthy aging and increasing scientific literacy, I am committed to empowering others with evidence-based nutrition knowledge for improved health outcomes.
My Focus
My goal is to create health-promoting impacts through nutrition interventions, educate,
and inspire individuals to lead healthier lives.
2 Year Goals
- Graduate from Illinois State University with a Master's in Nutrition
- Graduate with 4.0 GPA
- Pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam in July 2025
- Work as a clinical dietitian at a hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana
- Focus on developing my skills in critical care, nutrition support, malnutrition, GI surgery and trauma
5 Year Goals
- Continue work as a clinical dietitian
- Develop leadership skills for supervisory positions
- Advocate for improved nutrition and health literacy in childhood education curriculums
- Continue to pursue nutrition-focused public speaking engagements in schools