Contact the Dietetic Practicum Program Team

Manager, Dietetic Practicum Program – Denise Raftis, RD, MEd

Working out of NOSM University’s Sudbury campus, Denise oversees the academic and administrative leadership for the educational and professional standards of the DPP. She coordinates placements and provides support and mentorship to dietetic practicum learners and preceptors so that graduates meet the entry-level standards for Registered Dietitians. She was the 2025 recipient of NOSM University’s Dr. Sarita Verma Award for Distinguished Leadership, recognizing her outstanding contributions to dietetic education and training in Northern Ontario.

Dietetic Practicum Lead (Northwestern Ontario) – Cara Green, RD, MHS

Working out of NOSM University’s Thunder Bay campus, for the Fall semester (September – December), Cara coordinates placements and professional development while providing support and mentorship to dietetic practicum learners and preceptors so that graduates meet the entry-level standards for Registered Dietitians.

Health Sciences Program Coordinator – Debbie Popien

Debbie is the Health Sciences Program Coordinator at NOSM University, based at the Thunder Bay campus. She brings a strong background in program coordination and administrative support across academic, healthcare, and public sector environments, with a focus on supporting education and partnerships across Northern Ontario. As a lifelong resident of the region, Debbie is committed to supporting learners and preceptors and advancing access to health services in northern, rural, and remote communities.

Health Sciences Administrative Assistant – Abigale Alapan

Abigale is the Health Sciences Administrative Assistant and is working out of the Sudbury campus. Abigale brings several years of experience in both customer service and healthcare administration. She is dedicated to support learners and preceptors and is committed to improving access to quality healthcare throughout Northern Ontario.

For more information about the Dietetic Practicum Program, please email us at dpp@nosm.ca.

For information about admissions to the DPP, please email admissions@nosm.ca

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