Intern Spotlight: Cecilia Rico-Paja

Each season we introduce a few of the KADDI dietetic interns completing their supervised practice with K&A Nutrition. Say hello to Cecilia Rico-Paja!

What inspired you to become a dietitian?

Life experience through family members with chronic disease, and also work and school experience with various chronic diseases.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Working clinically, preferably in diabetes education.

Favorite food

Fruit: watermelon. Junk food: crepes with strawberries and Nutella.

Fun fact about you

I was a Girl Scout leader for 12 years, and I have been a dental hygienist in clinical practice for 27 years.

Thinking about becoming a registered dietitian? Learn about the KADDI dietetic internship.