Beyond the Clinic

Research, Consultancy & Professional Practice

Dr Bujtor’s work extends beyond clinical practice into scientific research, consultancy, education and professional leadership. She works across academia, industry and the third sector, bringing research and specialist expertise to education, strategy, policy and professional practice.

Portrait of Dr Melissa Bujtor
The work

Five strands of professional practice.

Dr Bujtor’s work beyond the clinic spans scientific research, communication, consultancy and advisory work, education, and professional leadership — contributing specialist expertise across academia, industry, organisations and the third sector.

01Research

Scientific Research

Dr Bujtor undertakes and collaborates on scientific research across nutrition, dietetics, feeding, child development and related areas of health, with interests spanning clinical, developmental and population health. Her work includes research, evidence synthesis, scientific writing and research communication.

02Communication

Scientific Communication

Translating complex science into clear, accurate and accessible communication — for public, professional, organisational and media audiences.

03Policy

Policy & Advisory

Strategic advice and specialist expertise for governmental bodies, NGOs and organisations — translating evidence into policy, programmes, services and strategy across nutrition, feeding development, child development and health.

04Education & Speaking

Teaching, lectures & talks

Dr Bujtor teaches and speaks on dietetics, nutrition, eating and feeding development, neurodevelopment, women’s health and other related areas of health — for universities, professional audiences, schools, organisations, parents and the wider public. This includes university teaching and guest lectures, professional education and training, conference presentations, workshops, and talks for parents, schools and community groups.

05Governance

Board & Trustee Positions

Dr Bujtor serves on the board of The Feeding Trust (transitioning to The Foundation for Feeding, Education & Development in October 2026), contributing clinical and scientific expertise to its governance and strategic direction. She welcomes further board, trustee, and advisory appointments with organisations working across health, nutrition, research, and education.

Collaborative Associations
The Feeding TrustCanterbury Christ Church UniversitySpringbank ClinicDeakin UniversityKing's College LondonSomerhill School
Enquiries
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