Dietitians are experts in food and nutrition. They provide guidance about how to appropriately manage diets and nutrition for people who may be affected by health conditions such as diabetes, overweight and obesity, cancer, heart disease, renal disease, gastro-intestinal diseases and food allergies. A dietitian can help people maintain their health and reduce their risk of developing chronic disease.

There are a wide range of triggers that may lead to a person benefiting from the support of a dietitian. Some typical reasons why someone might be referred, or might independently choose, to see a dietitian include:

• A newly diagnosed chronic disease
• Signs that a chronic illness is not being managed such as increased Hba1c levels
• Significant weight change
• Recent poor food intake, poor appetite, or difficulty preparing or eating food
• Changes in medication
• Periodic reviews of medical nutrition therapy.

Bulk-Billing appointments are now available at Southport Metro Medical Centre. EPC referral is required for Bulk Billing, if you would like to discuss with a GP on how you could get one, book in now. To book with our dietitian please call (07) 5612 7830