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Christine Ferguson, Ph.D., RD,

School of Health Professions Department of Nutrition Sciences

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Christine Ferguson, Ph.D., RD,

School of Health Professions Department of Nutrition Sciences

Christine Ferguson is a registered dietitian with specialized expertise in nutrition for individuals with disabilities and chronic diseases. Her research focuses on identifying dietary patterns to manage Parkinson's disease and support muscle health, as well as developing and adapting nutrition interventions to be accessible and effective for people with physical disabilities. She is committed to advancing nutrition science that addresses the needs of aging and chronically ill populations.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Food, nutrition and diet
  • Disability and chronic disease
  • Gerontology, healthy aging, and older adults
  • Parkinson's disease

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