A woman who falsely claimed to be an experienced dietitian has been struck off after a tribunal found she 'persistently' misrepresented her qualifications. Ifenyinwa Chizube Ndulue-Nonso was employed by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust in February 2024 but raised concerns within days due to glaring knowledge gaps.
Colleagues reported that Ms Ndulue did not know basic anatomy, such as which part of the intestine follows the stomach, and incorrectly stated that urine is stored in the gallbladder. She also claimed radiotherapy is used to treat heart failure and could not identify a feeding tube in a patient's nose.
An investigation found that she had falsified experience in 20 out of 28 medical areas on her job application. Ms Ndulue admitted to 'exaggerating' but insisted she could perform the role based on her experience in Nigeria, where she previously worked as a dietitian.
The Health and Care Professions Tribunal Service panel concluded that her conduct amounted to dishonesty and posed a risk to patient safety. She was struck off the register and cannot practise as a dietitian in the UK.
