Capital Digestive Physician Sunamita A. da Silva, MS, RDN, PA-C

Sunamita A. da Silva, MS, RDN, PA-C

Biography

Sunamita A. da Silva is a physician assistant (PA) and registered dietitian nutritionist who is particularly focused on the brain-gut-microbiome axis and how it can be applied, along with nutrition and conventional medical therapies, to treat and manage malabsorptive, motility, and functional disorders. Sunamita believes that quality of life is just as important as longevity and that helping people manage their health allows them to enjoy precious time with their loved ones and live fulfilling lives.

In addition to completing George Washington University’s physician assistant program, Sunamita also worked as a clinical dietitian after completing a master’s in clinical nutrition, performing nutrition screenings, assessments, recommendations, and education for patients in acute care settings.

Outside the office, Sunamita values spending quality time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors through hiking, and enjoying all things gardening. She also loves to read and discover other cultures through their cuisines. She has recently taken up candle making and enjoys experimenting with new candle fragrances.

Languages:

  • English
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish

Office Locations

Special Areas of Interest

  • – Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
  • – Crohn’s disease
  • – Ulcerative colitis
  • – Celiac disease
  • – Short bowel syndrome
  • – Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
  • – Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • – Gastroparesis

Education/Training

Medical Education

George Washington University / Washington, DC / Master of Science, Health Science – Physician Assistant

Graduate Education

New York University, Steinhardt / New York, NY / Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition

Undergraduate Education

University of Miami / Coral Gables, FL / Bachelor of Science in Communication