
Contact Info
Appointments / OPD Timings
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
Certified Critical Care Nutritionist (CCN)
Certified Pediatric Oncology Nutritionist (CPON)
Certified Bariatric Nutritionist (CBN)
Certified Hospital Administrator (CHA)
Specialization / Special Interests
Critical Care Nutrition, Pediatric Oncology Nutrition, Diabetes Management, Gastrointestinal Surgical Nutrition, Bariatric Nutrition
Ms. Salome Benjamin is
a distinguished Registered Dietitian and Medical Nutrition Therapist with over 40
years of experience in clinical nutrition. Her expertise encompasses critical
care nutrition, pediatric oncology nutrition, diabetes management,
gastrointestinal surgical nutrition, and bariatric nutrition.
She has held prominent
positions, including Chief Medical Nutritionist and Head of Dietetics at a
leading medical college and hospital in Mumbai from 1981 to 2015. Post-2015,
she has been actively involved in academic and consultancy roles, contributing significantly
to nutrition education and patient care.
Her hands-on experience
includes developing and implementing nutrition protocols for critically ill
patients, managing enteral and parenteral nutrition therapies, and providing
specialized dietary interventions for pediatric oncology patients. Ms. Benjamin
has also been instrumental in training and mentoring postgraduate students in
nutrition and dietetics, serving as a visiting faculty member at various
esteemed institutions.
Her commitment to
advancing the field is evident through her active participation in national and
international conferences, where she regularly presents her research and
insights.
Served as Chairperson
of the Registration Board of the Indian Dietetic Association (2016–2019)
Held leadership roles
in professional organizations, including Vice President and President of the
Mumbai Chapter of the Indian Dietetic Association
Founder Member of the
Association of Diabetes Educators
Authored and edited
chapters in medical and nutrition textbooks and manuals
Published research
papers in national and international journals
Regular speaker and
chair at national and international conferences
Principal and
co-investigator in several clinical trials