November 6, 2026 │ 1 min read
Dr. Satya Jonnalagadda honored with the prestigious 2026 CV-Well Distinguished Scholar Award
The Medifast Metabolic Health Institute™ (MMHI™) proudly recognizes Dr. Satya Jonnalagadda, PhD, MBA, RDN, an MMHI expert and Vice President, Scientific & Clinical Affairs, for receiving one of the highest honors of the Cardiovascular Health and Well-being Dietetic Practice Group (CV-Well DPG) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Celebrating outstanding contributions
Presented at the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo®, the CV-Well Distinguished Scholar Award recognizes Dr. Jonnalagadda’s contributions to cardiovascular health and well-being through clinical practice, research, mentorship, education, advocacy, policy, and her three-year service as editor-in-chief of CV-Well DPG’s quarterly newsletter PATHWAYS.
With more than 20 years of experience and over 70 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Jonnalagadda brings scientific expertise and a deep commitment to advancing cardiometabolic health. This honor builds on her 2013 SCAN Excellence in Practice Award, which recognized her outstanding service and professional accomplishments in nutrition.
We celebrate Dr. Jonnalagadda’s continued dedication to mentoring the next generation of nutrition and health professionals, and her commitment to advancing MMHI’s research and educational efforts to support optimal metabolic health for all.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Jonnalagadda on this distinguished recognition.
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