Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Kimaya Joshi. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Kimaya , thank you for being such a positive, uplifting person. We’ve noticed that so many of the successful folks we’ve had the good fortune of connecting with have high levels of optimism and so we’d love to hear about your optimism and where you think it comes from.
My optimism comes from seeing people able to live the life they want to live. It’s hard to live freely if their health is not where they want it to be. That’s where I come in. I help simplify the big, wide world of food to fit their medical concerns so they can go back to doing the things they love. In doing so, I also pass on optimism to my clients: the hope that there’s a way forward with nutrition, and the confidence that they can maintain it themselves.
Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
Every year that goes by means I have the opportunity to gain more experience by working with more clients as well as expanding my professional education. This past fall, I passed the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) exam to become a CDCES practitioner. This means I can provide even more intensive expert care for my patients with blood sugar disorders, including but not limited to: prediabetes, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, LADA, etc. So exciting!
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Over the years, the three most important skills that I have learned and continually work to improve are: empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practice. Nutrition is complex and ever-changing, so I strive to keep up to date on the most recent research and literature and maintain that as the base of my practice. Combined with taking the time to listen and understand my clients’ problems fully, helps to ensure that I’m providing top-quality care. These are crucial qualities I would recommend to anyone in the field, early or advanced.
As we end our chat, is there a book you can leave people with that’s been meaningful to you and your development?
I’m glad that early in my career I read Atul Gawande’s book “Complications”. His honest exploration of medicine’s fallibility and emphasis on learning from our missteps has made me more humble and open to growth. His insights into the human side of medicine, including the emotional toll of practice and the importance of empathy, have deepened my understanding of patient care. Overall, “Complications” has shaped my approach to work, reminding me to always reflect, show compassion, and keep my patients at the center of everything I do.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.wellseasonednutrition.com/
- Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/kimayajoshi
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/well-seasoned-nutrition-west-los-angeles-2
- Other: https://www.happycow.net/reviews/well-seasoned-nutrition-los-angeles-257132
