Lauren Galifi

Lauren Galifi, RD, CDCES has a diverse work experience in the field of nutrition and healthcare. Lauren started their career at Saint Peter's Healthcare System in 2014 as a Clinical Nutritionist, where they served in this role until March 2023.

In 2015, Lauren joined Children's Specialized Hospital, holding various positions over the years. From December 2015 to December 2018, they worked as a Clinical Dietitian II, providing medical nutrition therapy and counseling for pediatric patients and families in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. Lauren also served as a Certified Diabetes Educator for pediatric patients admitted to the Chronic Illness Management Program and was an integral member of an interdisciplinary Diabetes Task Force.

In January 2019, Lauren transitioned to the role of a Certified Diabetes Educator at Children's Specialized Hospital, specializing in diabetes education for patients. Later they became the Clinical Lead of the Chronic Illness Management Program in August 2022.

Overall, Lauren Galifi has demonstrated their expertise and dedication in the field of nutrition and healthcare through their various roles at both Saint Peter's Healthcare System and Children's Specialized Hospital.

Lauren Galifi, RD, CDCES completed their education in the field of dietetics at Rutgers University. From 2008 to 2013, they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics. Subsequently, in 2013 to 2014, they pursued a Graduate Certificate in Dietetics/Dietitian from Rutgers University.

In addition to their education, Lauren Galifi has earned several certifications. In October 2014, they became a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Later, in October 2017, they obtained the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification from the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (formerly known as NCBDE).

Furthermore, Lauren Galifi obtained the ADCES Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in Practice Certificate and the ADCES Insulin Therapy Certificate in January 2021. These certificates were granted by the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists.