Massachusetts Dietitians

06/03/2026

🏛️ A great day at the State House!

Members of MAND gathered at the Massachusetts State House for Day on the Hill this week, meeting with legislators to talk about the impact of dietitians and the importance of nutrition in improving health across Massachusetts.

Advocacy is a big part of advancing our profession and we’re proud of the dietitians showing up and making their voices heard 👏

06/03/2026

Governor Maura Healey has officially proclaimed March 2026 as Nutrition Month in Massachusetts!

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists play a critical role in translating nutrition science into practical strategies that help individuals and communities live healthier lives.

This month, we’re celebrating the incredible work of RDNs across the Commonwealth and the impact they make every day

05/03/2026

Join us at ANCE on March 26 to honor this year’s MAND 50 year members!

Each year MAND recognizes its 50 year members and we would like to acknowledge their dedication and contributions to MAND as well as to our profession. Your efforts on behalf of the Massachusetts Academy and its members are deeply appreciated!

This year’s 50 members are:

In order as pictured:
Elaine J. Ayers
Patricia A. Bando
Leslie N. Cordella-Simon
Margery J. Gann

Not pictured:
Teresa M. Banerjea
Stephen M. Durell
Ellen Harris
Anne G. Jacque
Katherine D. McManus

03/03/2026

We’re back! Our programmer has been working tirelessly to get our website back up and running and we’re now live!

Because of the downtime, we are extending the MAND elections vote deadline to March 8th.
We are also extending ANCE early bird registration to March 8th.
Link in bio to cast your vote in MAND board elections and to register for ANCE!

Thank you for your patience 🙌🏻

27/02/2026

26/02/2026

You KNOW you’ve been thinking about going to ANCE… this is your sign ✨

Register by March 5th to snag that early bird rate and save some money 💸 which means you basically made money. girl math 🤭.

All jokes aside, this is a great opportunity to network, learn, and celebrate our profession!

Link in bio to register. See you there 👋🏻

25/02/2026

Join NEMDA as they host an online, 1.25 CEU that examines the compensatory behaviors dietitians often overlook—particularly those rooted in exercise habits, “clean eating,” and broader wellness culture—and explores how these patterns can impact client health and nutrition care. This session is being led by Michelle Felton, LMHC, LCMHC, CEDS-C and Kat McCurdy, RDN, CEDS.

In this session, dietitians will sharpen their ability to distinguish healthy exercise from over-exercise and recognize key features of orthorexic tendencies in clients. We’ll unpack the influence of wellness culture, challenge common myths, and explore how these dynamics show up in practice. Participants will also learn when behaviors signal the need for referral to a higher level of care.

CDR has approved this webinar for 1.25 CEU’s (Activity #191622). This event will NOT be recorded. The CEU certificate will be shared with participants after the event has ended.

Cost: $25 for non-MAND members; $20 for MAND members; $10 for students
Deadline: Registration available until Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 (the day before the event).

TIME: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

https://www.eatrightma.org/events/register/331

24/02/2026

MAND’s Day on the Hill is on Monday, March 2nd!

Please consider joining us at the State House to experience first-hand the power of advocacy for our profession and for the health of Massachusetts residents.

Monday, March 2, 2026 ~ 11:45 am-1:15 pm
Buffet lunch 12 pm ~ speaking program 12:30 pm
Massachusetts State House ~ Nurses Hall
24 Beacon Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02133
After the speaking program, MAND members and dietetic interns will be dropping off education materials on MAND and its policy priorities to the offices of our 200 state legislators.

Please email Sarah Conca to RSVP or with any questions! publicpolicy@eatrightma.org

Can’t join us but want to participate? Great! Keep an eye out for messaging on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn in coming days. Tag your state senator and state representative to encourage them to attend the event.

Look up your state legislators at: https://malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator

16/02/2026

Join us at iconic Fenway Park for a special afternoon celebrating the incredible work dietitians are doing across New England!

This year’s Dietitian Day at Fenway Park brings together nutrition professionals, students, families, and supporters for a meaningful and fun Memorial Day weekend gathering.

⚾ Event Highlights

Pre-Game On-Field Ceremony
Selected dietitians will be recognized during a special pre-game ceremony highlighting the impact of dietitians in healthcare, community nutrition, food systems, research, and beyond.

Celebrate Our Profession
A dedicated moment to honor the leadership, innovation, and commitment of dietitians throughout New England.

Build Community
Connect with colleagues, mentors, and future RDs while enjoying a classic ballpark experience during Memorial Day weekend.

Support the Future of Dietetics
A portion of all ticket sales will benefit the Massachusetts Dietitians Education Foundation, helping fund scholarships and educational opportunities for future dietitians.

Bring your colleagues, friends, and family to celebrate our profession in one of baseball’s most historic venues. We can’t wait to see you there!

Get more info and tickets here: https://www.eatrightma.org/events/view/330

11/02/2026

Check out ANCE 2026’s Day-At-A-Glance!

⭐️ANCE 2026 registration is OPEN ⭐️

Early bird registration ends March 5, so please register early. The last time we held the conference in Framingham, we sold out and had to turn people away.

We have a really fabulous line up of speakers ~ please see the Day at a Glance HERE. We will update it with Room Names once we confirm them.

Where: Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center (Formerly Sheraton) 📍

When: Thursday, March 26 🗓️

Registration link in bio!

01/02/2026

🗳️ Your Voice, Your Vote: MAND BOD 2026 Election

The MAND Nominating Committee is excited to announce the excellent candidates for the 2026 ballot!

o Voting is open from 2/1/26- 2/28/26.

o Read the candidates bio information and access voting at the following link: https://www.eatrightma.org/members/elections/view/11

o Take a moment to cast your vote, vote even if only 1 candidate is running, and help advance our profession in our state.

23/01/2026

Come and experience the workshop that puts your brain into poverty. You will see how your thinking and decision-making respond to scarcity.

After participating, you will learn the basics of brain science. You will understand what some take for granted (“give no thought to”) and how that differs for people coping with poverty. With so many things crowding the brain, people in poverty respond to certain kinds of communication and not others.

In this workshop, you will learn how to listen and respond effectively, improving your work with low-income families and clients.

Gettin’ By: How Poverty Changes the Brain awards 1.75
CPEUs through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Where: virtual webinar

When:Thursday February 5th 3:00-5:00pm EST
OR Wednesday March 18th 10:00am - 12:00pm EST

Cost: $59

Link to Register: https://gettingby.net/register