Linda Lafferty Ladd, PhD, RD, LDN, FADA, FAND
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Document Type
Oral History Video
Publication Date
7-17-2025
Abstract
Linda Lafferty Ladd discussed her career path from pre-med to dietetics, influenced by her mother and sister. She earned a master's in nutrition from the University of Arkansas and a doctorate from the University of Missouri. Ladd emphasized the dynamic nature of foodservice management over clinical dietetics. She highlighted her role at Rush University Medical Center, where she directed the dietetic internship and combined teaching, research, and practice. Key mentors included Marion Spears and Amy Moore. Ladd's research focused on competency levels and productivity in dietetics. She advised future dietitians to network and stay connected with industry professionals.
Recommended Citation
Lafferty Ladd, L. (2025, July 17). Oral histories of foodservice management educators in dietetics [Video and transcript]. Interview by S. Vest. BYU ScholarsArchive, Provo, UT.