I am an Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Sports Dietitian and Nutritionist, with a PhD in Public Health where I examined the impact of vitamin D on metabolism, metabolic rates and inflammation. I continue to consult as a dietitian in private practice, specialising in the client-centred management of a variety of health conditions including the metabolic syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, osteoporosis, arthritis and recovery following surgery and injury. I founded The Nutrition Doctor following my increasing concerns about the extensive nutrition misinformation and confusion amongst the public.
I develop self-paced and dietitian-supported online programs that give the community access to evidence-based nutrition in an engaging and practical format.
Approach: Evidence-based, client-centred, personalised and holistic. Described as accessible, absorbing and entertaining in presentations; passionate about translating research into practical dietary strategies.
Weight Loss Approach
Evidence-based, personalised, client-centred approach. Holistic strategy addressing nutrition plus physical activity, stress management and sleep. Focus on dispelling nutrition myths and improving diet quality through credible, research-backed advice.
Personalised meal plans
Areas of Expertise
Anorexia/Eating DisordersAnthropometryArtificial Nutrition SupportBreastfeedingCancer/OncologyType 2 DiabetesDental/Oral HealthFertility NutritionGastrointestinal DisordersGeriatric NutritionHeart DiseaseHealthy EatingInflammatory Bowel DiseaseIBS (Low FODMAP)MalnutritionMental HealthMetabolic Disorders/Metabolic SyndromeOsteoporosisOverweight and ObesityPCOSPre-diabetesRehabilitationSports NutritionWeight ManagementWomen's HealthArthritisRecovery following surgery and injuryVitamin D and metabolism
Location
The Nutrition Doctor
Inglewood, WA 6052, Perth (online consultations available Australia-wide)
Accepts valid Medicare Care Plans (GP referral required). Supports people living with a chronic health condition. Specific rebate amounts and number of sessions not stated.
DVA
Yes
Private Health
Private health fund rebates available; specific funds not listed.
Referral
GP referral required for Medicare Care Plan. Self-referral implied to be available for private consultations.
Book a Consultation
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
Booking link and phone number are shown on verified listings.
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