Internal Medicine
M.D., University of Virginia School of Medicine
B.S. in Commerce, University of Virginia
Plant-based Nutrition, Exercise
Dr. Vanita Rahman is an internal medicine physician, nutritionist, and personal trainer. A leading expert in the field of nutrition and health, she is a champion for plant-based nutrition and routinely educates patients and other healthcare providers about the benefits of plant-based diets. In addition to her medical practice, she works directly with patients to provide nutrition counseling and personal training (CitrusLLC.com). She has also worked as a research consultant with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, and is the author of Stronger with Plants and Vegan Style. Dr. Rahman studied at the University of Virginia, where she obtained her undergraduate and medical degrees. Dr. Rahman lives in the Washington DC area with her husband and two children, and enjoys traveling, exercising, and exploring new vegan recipes with her family.