Dr. Vinitha Krishnan is a highly accomplished Chief Clinical Dietitian at SRM Institutes for Medical Sciences (SIMS), Chennai, and Head of the PG Department of Clinical Nutrition, SRM IST, Vadapalani Campus. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Nutrition and extensive expertise in therapeutic dietetics, she is a recognized authority in critical care nutrition, oncology nutrition, perioperative nutrition, and obesity management. Dr. Vinitha serves as Vice President of IAPEN (Indian Association of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition), Chennai Chapter, and is a Member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Tamil Nadu State Allied and Healthcare Council — reflecting her leadership and national standing in the field of clinical nutrition. A prolific academic contributor, she has authored multiple books on nutrition and dietetics, published five original research papers in indexed journals, and presented 14 research papers and posters at national and international forums. Her work spans clinical practice, postgraduate education, and evidence-based nutrition research, making her one of the most distinguished clinical dietitians in South India.
Field of Expertise
Critical Care Nutrition – ICU and High-Dependency Nutrition Support
Oncology Nutrition – Cancer Diet Therapy and Nutritional Rehabilitation
Perioperative Nutrition – Pre and Post-Surgical Nutritional Management
Obesity Management and Therapeutic Weight Loss
Nutritional Assessment and Individualized Diet Planning
Diabetes Nutrition and Diet-Based Reversal Programs
Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Support
Clinical Dietetics for Common and Chronic Diseases
Postgraduate Clinical Nutrition Education and Mentorship
Awards & Achievements
Chief Clinical Dietitian – SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai
Head – PG Department of Clinical Nutrition, SRM IST, Vadapalani Campus
Vice President – IAPEN (Indian Association of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition), Chennai Chapter
Member – Professional Advisory Board, Tamil Nadu State Allied and Healthcare Council
5 Original Research Papers Published in Indexed Journals
14 Research Papers and Posters Presented at National and International Forums
Talks & Publications
Author – Nutrition Planning Aid for Practicing Dieticians
Author – Cancer Diet Therapy Manual
Author – Recipes for Diabetes Reversal
Author – Diet Therapy for Common Diseases in Tamil
5 Original Research Papers Published in Indexed Journals
14 Research Papers and Posters Presented at National and International Scientific Forums
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