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Mary Russell, MS, RDN, CD, FASPEN, FAND
Mary Russell is a retired registered dietitian nutritionist and an adjunct clinical assistant professor at the Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine and Science. She has held positions as a medical science liaison for Baxter Healthcare, director of nutrition services at two academic medical centers, nutrition support dietitian, clinical dietitian, and medical technologist.
A proud 42-year member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Mary has held leadership and other positions in local, state, and national Academy units including the NC, IL, and WI affiliates, the Dietitians in Nutrition Support DPG, and the Disabilities MIG. She served as Academy President (2018-2019) and Academy Treasurer (2010-2015) and received a Medallion Award in 2009.
Current passions outside of work include service on the Academy Foundation and Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy boards of directors, speaking about ethics and civility, food pantry volunteerism, and hiking in the beautiful Wisconsin countryside.
She earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Marquette University and a Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.