The Our Stories Podcast

Our Stories Ep. 25 (Tiffany Barrett)

Episode Summary

Our Stories is pleased to present this episode with Tiffany Barrett, Manager of dietitians at Winship Cancer Institute. Tiffany shares about her interest in becoming a dietitian, particularly relating to the science of the discipline. She describes the often misunderstood role of dietitian versus nutritionist. She shares what brings her great joy in working with patients, and some of the unique challenges of this work with cancer patients. She also describes the ways dietitians play a critical role in the treatment team, through the significant connections they make with patients. Since food and eating are such a major part of people’s lives, this aspect of their care has profound impact on their lives. Tiffany shares the things she loves to do to care for herself such as tending to her vegetable garden and exercising. Have a listen to gain appreciation for the significant work of our dietitians at Winship!

Episode Notes

Manager of Winship Dietitians

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Nutrition Advisor

Adrenal Cancer

Anal Cancer

Bladder Cancer

Brain and Spine Tumors

Breast Cancer

Cervical Cancer

Colorectal Cancer

Cervical Cancer

Gallbladder Cancer

Head and Neck Cancer

Kidney Cancer

Leukemia

Liver Cancer

Lung Cancer

Lymphoma

Melanoma

Multiple Myeloma

Neuroendocrine Tumors

Ovarian Cancer

Pancreatic Cancer

Prostate Cancer

Emory Sarcoma Center

Testicular Cancer

Thyroid Cancer

Uterine Cancer

Phase I Clinical Trials Unit