Wendy Elverson, RD, CSP, LDN – 2025 CPNP Dietitian of Excellence
Wendy has been practicing as a registered dietitian specializing in clinical pediatric nutrition for more than 25 years. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Pennsylvania State University and completed her dietetic internship shortly thereafter.
She began her career at the Children’s Hospital of New York–Presbyterian, where she practiced for 10 years before relocating to Boston Children’s Hospital. Currently, she is a Senior Clinical Nutrition Specialist at Boston Children’s, with expertise in pediatric food allergies and feeding disorders. Wendy is a provider in several multidisciplinary, allergy-focused clinics, including the Atopic Dermatitis Center, the FPIES Clinic, and the EGID Clinic.
An active leader in professional organizations, Wendy has been a member of the North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition’s Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals (CPNP) since 2015. Her contributions include serving as Communications Chair, participating in the Planning Committee, speaking at conferences, and contributing to CPNP Pearls. She currently serves on the NASPGHAN Public Education Committee. Wendy was the previous Chair of INDANA (International Network for Diet and Nutrition in Allergy) and is the current Chair of the Nutrition Work Group of the Allied Health Assembly of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI).
She is a proud co-author of several publications, including a free resource for caregivers of children with milk and egg allergies, tolerant to baked milk and egg, Muffins and More: A Baked Milk and Baked Egg Recipe and Guidebook.
Learn from the expert!
Do you have any advice for dietitians interested in getting involved in contributing to publications and leadership?
Remind yourself that most people experience imposter syndrome. Don’t underestimate your capabilities or wait until you feel “ready” to lead or contribute. Don’t wait to fly the plane (ie, be a leader) until you think you are 100% ready; improve and grow while you are in flight. Leadership roles and writing projects are not only opportunities to build your skills, but also to expand your professional village. They often lead to deeper connections with colleagues, collaborative learning, and personal growth.
What is a professional accomplishment you are most proud of?
I am proud of the pilot project I initiated that provided a series of multidisciplinary education sessions for caregivers managing FPIES. The project brought together a group of providers with an interest in FPIES at our institution, and this ultimately led to the creation of a multidisciplinary clinic to support families managing children with FPIES.
What are you most excited about for the future of nutrition care in pediatric gastroenterology?
I am excited to see culinary medicine take off, as cooking and family meals can make such a difference in promoting diet diversity, enhancing family connection, and encouraging the intake of minimally processed, nutrient-dense foods. By integrating culinary medicine into care, we can make nutrition guidance more practical, relatable, and enjoyable for families—helping them build lifelong healthy habits around food.
