Paola Elizabeth Mireles Benavides is a clinical nutritionist specializing in oncology nutrition and metabolic support for patients undergoing cancer treatment. She is dedicated to helping patients optimize their nutritional status, maintain strength, and improve their quality of life throughout every stage of care.

Originally from Mexicali, Baja California, she began her academic training in her hometown before continuing her education in Tijuana, where she expanded her clinical experience. She completed her clinical training at the General Hospital of Tijuana, providing nutritional care to patients across multiple hospital departments, including adult and pediatric intensive care units. She graduated with honors in recognition of her academic excellence and professional commitment.

At the Immunotherapy Institute, Paola develops individualized nutrition plans designed to support treatment tolerance, preserve lean muscle mass, address metabolic challenges, and reduce the risk of malnutrition. Her approach combines evidence-based nutrition science with practical strategies tailored to each patient’s medical condition and treatment goals.

Her passion for oncology nutrition was initially inspired by a personal family experience with cancer and further strengthened through years of clinical practice working directly with oncology patients.

Committed to lifelong learning, Paola continues to pursue advanced education in clinical and oncology nutrition to ensure patients benefit from the latest evidence-based approaches.

Credentials & Training

• Degree in Clinical Nutrition
• Clinical Training – General Hospital of Tijuana
• Graduated with Honors
• Specialized Experience in Oncology Nutrition
• Continuing Education in Clinical and Oncology Nutrition
• Evidence-Based Nutritional Care and Metabolic Support for Oncology Patients