Dr. Maude Perreault

Biography

Dr. Maude Perreault is an Assistant Professor at the Université de Montréal, specializing in Nutrition within the Faculty of Medicine. She holds a PhD in Medical Sciences from McMaster University, complemented by a Masters in Human Health and Nutritional Sciences from the University of Guelph. Her research interests prominently focus on food literacy, particularly how it is learned in children and the support roles of adults. Dr. Perreault explores food literacy in contexts requiring dietary changes, such as chronic disease management, and addresses the challenges faced by modern families, including those in food insecurity. Additionally, she is engaged in research examining the implications of professional practice in nutrition and advocates for cultural humility and social justice within the healthcare framework. Dr. Perreault's academic contributions are supported by a postdoctoral fellowship in Family Relations and Applied Human Nutrition, and she is affiliated with multiple professional organizations within the field of nutrition. Her work strives to bridge gaps between education, practice, and social determinants of health.

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