Ellen Kessling
My Dietitian Clinic
About
Hi! I am Ellen. I am an Accredited Practising Dietitian & Nutritionist specialising in Women's Health, Gut Health and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
I completed my 4-year Health Science Degree at the University of Adelaide in 2018, and went on to complete my 2-year Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics at Flinders University. I moved from Adelaide to the Gold Coast in 2021 and shortly after founded My Dietitian Clinic. Along with my University qualifications, I am a trained Monash FODMAP Dietitian and have developed expertise in Gut Health and IBS management.
I love treating all areas of women's health with a holistic and empathetic approach to practise and I encourage sustainable, long-term changes rather than quick fixes. I focus a lot on packages and programs in my practice to provide more ongoing, specialised care and support beyond a 1:1 consultation. I believe a more well-rounded, holistic approach to care leads to more effective and sustainable results in my clients.
Approach: Holistic and empathetic; encourages sustainable long-term changes rather than quick fixes; focuses on ongoing, specialised care through packages and programs; community-oriented.
Weight Loss Approach
Holistic and sustainable approach focused on long-term results rather than quick fixes. Emphasises individualised care, sustainable lifestyle changes, and a well-rounded approach. Provides personalised meal plans with calorie and macronutrient breakdowns for weight loss goals.
Listed as an area of practice (bariatric surgery) in the Dietitians Australia directory; no further detail provided on website.
Areas of Expertise
Pricing
Medicare Rebates
- Provider Number: 6048992Y
- Notes: Medicare provider; EPC/chronic disease management plan rebates available. Group Medicare sessions also offered. Specific rebate amounts not listed.
Location
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc) - University of Adelaide (completed 2018)
- Master of Nutrition & Dietetics (MND) - Flinders University
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
- Accredited Nutritionist (AN)
- Monash FODMAP trained Dietitian
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia (APD)
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
- Provider Number: 6048992Y
- Notes: Medicare provider; EPC/chronic disease management plan rebates available. Group Medicare sessions also offered. Specific rebate amounts not listed.
NDIS
- Notes: NDIS provider. Home visits available for NDIS participants. Travel fee of $1.20/km outside 10km range of Central Gold Coast.
DVA
- Notes: DVA provider. Home visits available for DVA card holders.
Private Health
- Notes: Private health fund rebates offered. Specific funds not listed. Clients advised to check eligibility with their provider prior to booking.
Referral
Not explicitly stated. GP referral details provided (provider number listed) for Medicare-rebated consultations. Self-referral appears possible.
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