Gerry Kasten receives a Fellowship from Dietitians of Canada

The Dietitians of Canada Fellowship program promotes excellence in dietetics by recognizing the outstanding contributions of members in areas of educational and professional enhancement; career achievements; initiative and innovation; and leadership. Gerry received his award at the Member Awards Ceremony held during the National Conference in Victoria in June. 

Gerry Kasten is a tireless Vancouver Coastal Health public health dietitian, prenatal program nutritionist, UBC sessional instructor, primary care dietitian and trained chef. Involved in collaborative projects, board and committee work, and mentor to students for 22 years, Gerry is the first male to receive the Fellow of DC designation. Gerry has been recognized with a BC Nutrition Council Communication Award for ‘Gerry’s list’, a listserv of relevant information for BC dietitians, interns, and students. Former Chair of DC’s Board of Directors, former Board President of the BC Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation, and co-founder of a local farmer’s market, Gerry has been described as a “true champion at the local, provincial, and national levels”.

Congratulations Gerry from your colleagues at Vancouver Coastal Health. We are very fortunate to have you as one of our team members.