Staff Bio
Margie Sheppard, BSN, MLS
Training Specialist - NTO, NTO
Margie is the Training Specialist for NTO. She joined NNLM in 2019 and recently served as Community Engagement Coordinator for NNLM Region 3. She has an undergraduate degree in nursing and a master's in library science. She has taught a number of classes for NNLM and presented at local, regional and national conferences on health information and access.
Classes I Teach
| Event Title | Summary |
|---|---|
| Measurements of Health Literacy | This webinar explores the dual nature of health literacy measurement: assessing the readability of written materials and evaluating an individual’s ability to comprehend and apply health information. |
| Medical Nutrition Therapy in Clinical Practice: Enhancing patient outcomes | This presentation will introduce participants to the foundational principles of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and highlight how it differs from general nutrition education or wellness advice. Attendees will gain insight into the specialized role of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) in the development of an individualized plan of care and nutrition therapy interventions. Conditions such as diabetes, obesity, kidney disease, and gastrointestinal disorders, for which MNT is particularly effective will be discussed. |
| NNLM Book Discussion, May 1 - July 31 2025, The Well-Gardened Mind | You are invited to join us for the NNLM Book Discussion. From May 1 through July 31, we will read The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature by Sue Stuart-Smith |
| NNLM Book Discussion: "You Just Need to Lose Weight" And 19 Other Myths About Fat People by Aubrey Gordon, August 1, 2024 – October 31, 2024 | Join us August 1 – October 31, 2024, to discuss the book "You Just Need to Lose Weight" And 19 Other Myths About Fat People by Aubrey Gordon. |
| PubMed Essentials On-Demand | If you’re new to PubMed or just want a refresher, this online class is designed for you. This is a 1 MLA CE, self-paced course offered via Moodle. The class is available 24/7. The class is made up of 10 short units that include videos, exercises and quizzes. The class gives you the chance to explore PubMed at your own pace with guided tours and exercises. |
| The Science of Low Human Milk Supply -Going beyond Supply and Demand | Human milk supply challenges can significantly impact infant feeding outcomes and maternal well-being. This webinar is designed for librarians and healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the factors influencing lactation. |
| When the Computer Sounds Confident - AI Literacy for Nurses and Health Professionals | This webinar introduces practical AI literacy using the N.U.R.S.E.S. AI Literacy Framework, a nursing-centered approach for understanding and responsibly using generative AI. Participants will learn why AI responses can sound confident even when inaccurate and how to apply professional judgment to verify information, support evidence-informed practice, and maintain patient safety. |
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