2025
Nutrition therapy for kidney stone prevention presented by Lyn Lloyd, Renal Dietitian, NZ
Lyn gives a comprehensive and practical update on nutrition therapy for kidney stone prevention, based around the recently released CARI Kidney Stone Guidelines of which she was a contributor. Lyn explains the dietitian’s central role in prevention and translating complex guideline recommendations into clinical practice. Individual kidney stone analysis and…
2025
Gestational diabetes mellitus: an update: Associate Professor Susan de Jersey AdvAPD, CDE
What’s new and what endures in gestational diabetes mellitus Earlier this year, the 2025 ADIPS Consensus Recommendations for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) were released. The updated Australian guidelines raise diagnostic thresholds, aiming to reduce overdiagnosis and focus care towards women who will benefit most. Associate Professor Susan de Jersey provides…
2025
Diverticulitis presented by Gemma Monaghan, Senior Gastroenterology and Musculoskeletal APD
Gemma explains the difference between diverticulosis vs diverticulitis and walks through dietetic care of diverticulitis using the ADIME framework. Using the most current evidence base (new guidelines are being worked on currently), Gemma describes the acute management of diverticulitis. Management needs to be individualised (routine antibiotics and a low fibre…
2025
Seeking weight loss: case studies presented by Jacinta Sherlock, APD
Guiding conversations with clients who are presenting seeking weight loss. Jacinta Sherlock, APD provides a nuanced exploration of supporting clients who present with intentional weight loss goals. Three detailed case studies demonstrate using curiosity, empathy, and alignment to validate a client’s lived experiences and potentially foster meaningful behaviour change. Throughout…
2025
Inflammatory bowel disease presented by Liz Purcell, AdvAPD
Liz provides a thorough and clinically relevant update on the changing landscape of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) management. She gives a background to the medical management including biologic advances and new non-invasive scanning techniques which allow for early identification of IBD flares. Using her extensive clinical experience and the emerging…
2025
Creatine presented by Dr Lachlan Mitchell, PhD, APD, ASD
Lachlan provided a refresher on the biochemistry of creatine, its role in energy metabolism and storage in the body. He then gave an evidence-based overview of creatine supplementation, extending beyond its known role in sports performance to its potential benefits across special populations (eg. women, muscle wasting, neurodegenerative diseases, vegetarians,…
2025
An approach to trauma-informed prescription presented by Samantha Cameron, AEP
Guided reflection: incorporating trauma-informed care into your movement practice Trauma-informed care challenges us to meet clients where they are, adapting not only our programming, but also our communication, our environment, and our presence. Drawing from her clinical work and trauma-informed yoga expertise, Samantha Cameron (AEP, Yoga Teacher) demonstrates how trauma-aware…
2025
An effective T2DM care model in a rural First Nations population presented by Hannah Graham, APD
Hannah Graham, APD is one of the team leaders in the Together Strong Connected Care (TSCC) program. She gives a detailed account of the program, a culturally tailored, multidisciplinary model designed to improve outcomes for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Australian South Sea Islander people living with or at risk…
2025
PCOS - Current research and practical applications presented by Dr Stephanie Pirotta, PhD, APD
Dr Stephanie Pirotta provides an evidence-based update on the management of PCOS from a dietetic perspective. Drawing on her clinical and research experience, she explores the pathophysiology of PCOS, diagnostic criteria, and key dietary strategies that support symptom management and long-term health. A central focus is the DASH dietary pattern,…
2025
Refeeding syndrome presented by Dr Danielle Bear, PhD, APD
Dr Danni Bear delivers a clinically practical overview of refeeding syndrome, focusing on the new The Australasian Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition: Consensus statements on refeeding syndrome. She explores the pathophysiology, risk identification, prevention, diagnosis, and management of this potentially life-threatening condition. Drawing on her extensive ICU experience, she highlights…