Benjamin David
Step Nutrition
About
Hi! I'm Ben, an Accredited Practising Dietitian based in Melbourne, Australia. I specialise in weight management, diabetes and nutrition for older adults.
My goal is to help you navigate the complexities of food and nutrition so you can reach your health and wellbeing goals through simple, clear and effective steps. I provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition support to empower you to reach your health and nutrition goals. I promote sustainable lifestyle changes and support you to turn your small steps into small wins.
I offer consultations from my friendly Sandringham clinic or can connect via telehealth. Whether you are looking to manage your weight better, eat well with diabetes or navigate your health journey with confidence, I am here to support you through your health journey one step at a time!
Approach: Practical, evidence-based, empowering, and supportive. Focuses on simple and clear steps, sustainable long-term change rather than quick fixes, and meeting clients where they are in their health journey.
Weight Loss Approach
Evidence-based, personalised nutrition support focused on long-term sustainable lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes. Includes improving relationship with food, supporting metabolism, creating healthy habits, meal planning, hunger regulation, and behaviour change strategies.
Yes. Supports clients using GLP-1 medications (e.g. Ozempic, Mounjaro) with a focus on muscle retention, nutrient adequacy, and optimising nutrition outcomes alongside the medication.
Areas of Expertise
Location
Step Nutrition
Suite G04, 254 Bay Road, Sandringham VIC 3191
Multiple Locations
In-home aged care visits available across Bayside Peninsula, Inner Eastern Melbourne, Outer Eastern Melbourne, Southern Melbourne, and South East Melbourne.
Qualifications
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare rebates available via Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDMP) or Team Care Arrangement Plan (TCA) from GP. Up to 5 allied health consultations per calendar year. Not a bulk-billing practice — full fee is charged at time of booking, then Medicare rebate is processed on the client's behalf and sent to their linked bank account. Item codes: 301 (telehealth initial), 302 (telehealth review), 500 (in-person initial), 600 (in-person review).
Private Health
Accepts private health insurance rebates. Client must claim manually using receipt issued via email. Item codes: 500 & 600 (in-person initial & review), 301 & 302 (telehealth initial & review). Amount varies by fund and policy.
Referral
No referral required. GP referral needed only to access Medicare rebates via CDMP/TCA.
Book a Consultation
45-60 minutes. Includes full dietary and health assessment, discussion of goals/habits/challenges/preferences, evidence-based nutrition education, and a personalised nutrition plan. Follow-up email with tailored recommendations and educational resources provided.
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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