Cherub Lum
Dietitian Cherub
About
At Dietitian Cherub, we provide personalised, practical nutrition strategies grounded in strong clinical expertise. Whether you're managing a medical condition, navigating hormonal changes, or looking to optimise your health, we're here to support you with clarity and confidence. Cherub is the Founder and Lead Accredited Practising Dietitian, bringing over 5 years of experience across leading hospitals in Canberra and Southern NSW — including The Canberra Hospital, Calvary John James Hospital, and Queanbeyan District Hospital.
Known for her calm, judgement-free approach, Cherub combines advanced clinical reasoning with practical, sustainable strategies. With her own background in competitive basketball and AFL, she values balance, resilience, and helping people stay active and doing what they love.
Approach: Calm, judgement-free approach; combines advanced clinical reasoning with practical, sustainable strategies; evidence-based.
Weight Loss Approach
Evidence-based, personalised and practical nutrition strategies with a calm, judgement-free approach. Focuses on weight and metabolic health with sustainable strategies.
Yes — explicitly listed as supporting clients on GLP-1 medications as part of weight and metabolic health services.
Areas of Expertise
Pricing
Medicare Rebates
Location
Qualifications
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare provider — chronic disease management (EPC) plans accepted. GP referral must be emailed to admin@dietitiancherub.com prior to appointment. Medicare rebate is submitted after client payment.
NDIS
NDIS provider. DVA and NDIS patients must contact the practice via email or phone to make booking arrangements (cannot book online).
DVA
DVA provider. Patients must contact practice directly to book. May be bulk billed where applicable with a valid referral.
Private Health
Private health fund rebates available. Specific funds not listed.
Referral
GP referral not required to self-refer, but for Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plans, referral must be emailed before appointment. DVA and NDIS require direct contact.
Book a Consultation
45-minute consultation for new clients. Available face-to-face (Sundays) or via telehealth.
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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