Specialties
- General health
- Kidney disease
- Heart health
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Healthy aging
- Type 2 diabetes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Prediabetes
- Women's health
- PCOS
- Gestational diabetes
Approaches
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Intuitive eatingš„
Meal planningš
Relationship with foodš
Research-focused
Identifies as
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- Halal
- Low Carb / Keto
- Mediterranean
- Middle Eastern
- Vegetarian
Minimum patient age
About Shirin
Dr. Shirin Pourafshar holds a PhD in Nutrition from Florida State University, along with Masterās degrees in Food Science and Nutrition from South Dakota State University, as well as Clinical Research from University of Virginia. As a licensed registered dietitian with extensive education and experience, Dr. Pourafshar specializes in managing chronic conditions, including chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. She is deeply passionate about empowering individuals to take charge of their health by managing their symptoms, achieving a balanced lifestyle, and discovering sustainable ways to enjoy nutritious and delicious food.
Approach to care
Dr. Pourafshar empowers her patients to take control of their health by managing symptoms and preventing disease progression. She creates personalized, sustainable nutrition plans tailored to each individualās needs and lifestyle. Her approach helps patients find a diet that works for them, managing symptoms without drastic lifestyle changes or rigid dietary rules. Dr. Pourafsharās goal is to make nutrition fit seamlessly into her patientsā lives, ensuring healthy living is both achievable and enjoyable.
Your first session with Shirin
"At your first session with me, weāll take the time to connect, allowing me to understand your unique needs and goals while you get to know my approach to care. Together, weāll outline the next steps to manage your health effectively. My goal is to support you every step of the way on your journey to better health and wellness, while providing a safe and supportive space to redefine and rebuild your relationship with food and your overall well-being".
Location
š Chalfont, Pennsylvania
Education
PhD in Nutrition Science, MS in Food Science and Nutrition, MS in Clinical Research, BS in Food Science
Hobbies
When I am not working, I love spending quality time with my family. Most of my free time is filled with the joyful moments of playing with my almost 3-year-old daughter, who keeps my life full of laughter and love.
Licenses and Certifications
LD - Licensed Dietitian
MS - Master of Science
PhD - Doctor of Philosophy
RD - Registered Dietitian