2022
Thinking of becoming an aged care dietitian? Here is what you need to know
Karly Bartrim, APD, PhD candidate
The dietetic aged care workforce is growing, and soon, there will be more work for dietitians in aged care! If the recent recommendations by the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety are achieved, a dietitian will be required to see every resident for one hour per month, and…
2022
A dietitian’s guide to working in the NDIS. A 3-part series presented by Shannyn Thatcher, APD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Since the official roll-out of The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in 2016, many individuals living with disabilities have had increased access to allied health services. However, there is a potential for further growth; with at least 47% of participants not meeting current diet recommendations, NDIS participants could greatly benefit…
2022
Writing GP letters: top tips for dietitians
Communicating with GPs and other clinicians who refer clients to us is part of what dietitians do. It meets Medicare requirements for Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plans, it monitors client progress and can flag concerns about a client. It can also provide GPs with some nutrition knowledge and affirms that…
2022
Childhood eczema, food allergy and nutrition by Ingrid Roche and Jemma Weidinger
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Eczema is a very common condition, affecting 1 in 4 children and can have significant physical and mental health implications. Although diets have been more commonly used to prevent eczema, such as the RPAH elimination diet, it is now thought that food allergy is a consequence of eczema, rather than…
2021
The impact of COVID-19 on eating disorders by Sylvia Pyatt, UK and New Zealand Registered Dietitian
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
COVID-19 has had a significant impact on eating disorders, both worsening pre-existing conditions and, also resulting in an increased incidence of newly diagnosed eating disorders. The negative effects of the pandemic on eating disorders have been worldwide, with eating disorder prevalence almost doubling in the UK, a 123% increase in…
2021
Weight stigma. Presented by Jo Money APD
The socially acceptable prejudice Compared to other forms of prejudice, like race and sex, being openly intolerant to people who are in large bodies is generally acceptable, which is why weight stigma is often referred to as the last socially acceptable prejudice. Jo argues that the dominate beliefs in western…
2021
Two weight management case studies by Amanda Clarke, AdvAPD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
With weight management being a very common reason for dietetic referral, it is crucial that we address this area with confidence, meeting the client where they are at. Clients have often presented having tried numerous fad diets and unsuccessful weight-loss journeys, being willing to try whatever it takes to lose…
2021
Body composition manipulation case study by Rebekka Frazer, APD, AccSD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Body composition manipulation through a reduction in fat mass and an increase in muscle mass is a common physical goal. At times, clients initially present feeling frustrated that they have not achieved the goals they were aiming for. As dietitians, it is crucial that we have a collaborative approach, reviewing…
2021
Professional development in the time of COVID - the rise of the webinar
Before COVID upended our lives in 2020, webinars made up around 30% of professional development for most of the dietitians answering our 2019 survey. Two years on, that picture has changed: in our 2021 survey 93% of dietitians surveyed said that recorded webinars and online presentations provided most of their professional…
2021
Supporting body image concerns, professional development for EPs
ESSA accredited 1 CPD point professional development focussed on supporting body image concerns and promoting inclusivity in our practice. Heartful and progressive content with contributions from both Exercise Physiologists and our Dietitian colleagues. Exercise addiction When movement becomes harmful. Liz Hewett AEP Health At Every Size® An introduction for Exercise…