Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Publications
Thesis at University of Bristol
References
Timeline
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Ashwitha Manikyarao

Bristol

Summary

HCPC-registered Dietitian with over 3 years of clinical experience in hospital and outpatient settings. Proven expertise in delivering individualized dietary care, conducting patient education, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes. Skilled in supporting diverse populations through empathetic, evidence-based interventions and culturally tailored nutrition guidance. Offers a strong foundation in healthcare administration, with hands-on experience across both UK and Indian healthcare systems. Passionate about preventive health, patient empowerment, and translating nutritional science into practical, sustainable lifestyle changes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Receptionist & Dietitian Assistant

Imaginatal Clinics
Oxford, Oxfordshire
02.2025 - Current
  • Manage front-desk operations including patient check-ins, appointment scheduling, and clinical documentation in a busy prenatal imaging clinic.
  • Maintain Excel logs for daily operations, manage phone consultations, and perform clinic opening and closing routines.
  • Ensure confidentiality and accuracy while scanning, printing, and filing medical records.
  • Maintained reception area stock of important forms and brochures.
  • Provide compassionate support to expectant mothers and their families during clinic visits.
  • Administered mail distribution process, ensuring each department received its correspondence in timely manner.
  • Assisted the lead dietitian in delivering basic dietary education to pregnant clients, focusing on prenatal nutrition, weight management, and common pregnancy-related dietary concerns.
  • Helped communicate nutrition advice aligned with gestational needs, iron and folate-rich diets, and hydration practices under professional supervision.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits through informative leaflets and presentations.

Meal-time Volunteer

Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol
07.2024 - Current
  • Assisted elderly patients during mealtimes, ensuring they received adequate nutrition in accordance with their dietary plans.
  • Monitored food and fluid intake and documented concerns for the clinical and dietetic staff.
  • Helped position patients safely to reduce aspiration risk and enhance comfort while eating.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to reduce anxiety and promote well-being in a hospital setting.
  • Collaborated with nurses and dietitians to ensure nutritional protocols were followed for vulnerable patients.
  • Observed and reported signs of malnutrition or swallowing difficulties, supporting early clinical intervention.

Volunteer

Swindon Pharmacy
Swindon
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and nutrition-related lifestyle adjustments.
  • Took vital signs including blood pressure and body weight measurements as part of initial patient assessments.
  • Supported underserved and elderly patient populations with culturally sensitive care guidance and follow-up support.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Clinical Dietitian

Virinchi Hospitals
Hyderabad, India
07.2021 - 08.2023
  • Participated actively in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases requiring holistic approach.
  • Delivered Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) across departments ICU, Cardiology, Nephrology, Oncology, Gastroenterology, and Endocrinology etc.
  • Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for accurate diagnosis.
  • Educated families, communities and individuals on nutrition by sharing resources, speaking in public and conducting 1:1 sessions.
  • Developed training materials for seminars and workshops aimed at heightening awareness about healthy eating habits amongst public.
  • Advised clients on therapeutic nutrition with strong focus on menu selection, preparation and planning.
  • Monitored and recorded client progress in account files and company databases.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve clients' nutritional and overall health though food and lifestyle changes.
  • Led research activities in field of nutrition, disseminating findings in wider-scientific community.
  • Delivered outcomes and KPIs required to achieve contracted goals.
  • Delivered engaging presentations at professional conferences, enhancing visibility of institution's commitment towards promoting good nutrition practices.

Education

Master of Science - Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health

University of Bristol
Bristol
09.2023 - 09.2024

Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

Osmania University
India
07.2019 - 07.2021

Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

Osmania University
India
07.2016 - 05.2019

Diploma of Higher Education - Psychology and Patient Counselling

Acharya Nagarjuna University
India
01.2022 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Therapeutic alliance building
  • Patient focus
  • Ethical practice
  • Flexible communication style
  • Supplement recommendation and prescription
  • Dietary software usage
  • Dietary assessment
  • Public health education
  • Personalised service delivery

Certification

HCPC Registered Dietitian , United Kingdom
Registration Number : DT034977


Lifetime Member , Nutrition Society of India (NSI)

Affiliations

  • Experimenting with nutritious meal recipes and adapting traditional dishes into healthier versions
  • Practicing yoga and meditation for holistic well-being
  • Staying updated with the latest research in clinical nutrition and preventive healthcare

Publications

• Published a paper in the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research (IJMER) journal titled “A study to assess the effectiveness of basil seeds and cinnamon drink, dietary intervention of physical activity to promote weight loss in obese individuals.”

Thesis at University of Bristol

Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases through Lifestyle Interventions Targeting Adiposopathy in South Asians: A Systematic Review

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Receptionist & Dietitian Assistant

Imaginatal Clinics
02.2025 - Current

Volunteer

Swindon Pharmacy
11.2024 - 01.2025

Meal-time Volunteer

Bristol Royal Infirmary
07.2024 - Current

Master of Science - Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health

University of Bristol
09.2023 - 09.2024

Diploma of Higher Education - Psychology and Patient Counselling

Acharya Nagarjuna University
01.2022 - 06.2022

Clinical Dietitian

Virinchi Hospitals
07.2021 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

Osmania University
07.2019 - 07.2021

Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

Osmania University
07.2016 - 05.2019

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