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Ms. Yasha Altaf
Experience & Activities
Experience & Activities
She graduated with a BS in Nutrition Sciences from NUR International University in 2021 and completed her MS in Food, Nutrition & Dietetics from the same institution in 2024.
She has diverse experiences as a Nutritionist, Academician, and Researcher in both clinical and public health settings. Her professional journey includes working as a Clinical Nutritionist at Qadir Ali Hospital, Layyah, a Consultant Nutritionist at Hussain Lakhani International Hospital, Rawalpindi, and as a Nutritionist (Trainee) at Punjab Food Authority (Lahore & Layyah). She has also served as a Visiting Lecturer at Superior College, Layyah, before joining CMH Lahore Medical College & IOD as a Demonstrator.
She has been actively engaged in dietary counseling, therapeutic nutrition management, and public health nutrition campaigns. She also participated in internships and clinical rotations at well-reputed institutions including Children Hospital, FMH, Sheikh Zayed Hospital, and Farooq Hospital, Lahore.
Her career is further supported by certifications and specialized training, including:
Two-day Online Diabetes Course – Nutritionist & Dietitians Society (NDS)
NUR-FMH School of Nutrition Internship Program
Community Mobilization Camp
DICE Innovation Competition – MNS Agriculture University, Multan
She is an active researcher with publications in peer-reviewed journals and continues to work on lifestyle and metabolic health-related projects. She also contributes as a Brand Ambassador of Nutrify Pakistan and is an active Nutritionist on Marham.pk and other digital health platforms.
Her contributions extend to volunteerism and leadership, serving as Volunteering Coordinator at the NUR Student Leadership Program, participating in community health awareness campaigns, and engaging in academic conferences.
She has been recognized with Certificates of Appreciation by Punjab Food Authority, achieved Silver & Bronze Medals in Kangaroo Mathematics Competition, and was 2nd Runner-Up in a National Speech Competition.
At CMH Lahore Medical College & IOD, she contributes to academic teaching, student mentoring, and curriculum support in the field of Nutrition and Allied Health Sciences.
Publications
Naseer, M. U., Bilal, M., Sonum, S., Kaleem, M., Akram, H., Altaf, Y., Rafeeq, A., Saher, S., & Ali, S. (2025). Cytomorphological spectrum of thyroid nodules diagnosed by fine-needle aspiration cytology in a tertiary care center. Insights – Journal of Life and Social Sciences, 3(3).
Zafar, A., Altaf, Y., Akhtar, S. K., Subhani, M. A., Rasheed, S., & Hayee, A. (2023). The influence of screen time to sleep quality and health of university students. Rawal Medical Journal, 48(4), 1053-1053.
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
Brand Ambassador – Nutrify Pakistan
Active Nutritionist – Marham.pk (Digital Health Platform)
Member – Nutritionist & Dietitians Society (NDS), Pakistan
Volunteer Coordinator – NUR Student Leadership Program
Participant – FMH Dietetics & Nutrition Education Conference
Delegate – EDIFERS Activism AZAD PAKISTAN Virtual Conference
