Jill Ng
Optimal Care Dietitians / Balmain East Doctors
About
I'm a consultant clinical dietitian with extensive experience in hospital nutrition. Born and raised in Sydney, I studied at Wollongong University — double degree in Commerce (International Business) and Nutrition (2004) and a Masters of Dietetics (2006). I've worked at the SAN, St George Private, Newtown Nutrition, Nutricia, and as a specialist dietitian in NHS weight loss surgery centres in the UK, and continued in hospital for surgical oncology patients with Pancreatic & Hepatobiliary Cancer.
I completed my Graduate Certificate in Metabolic Health Medicine at Sydney University in 2022. I currently work at North Shore Private and consult at Balmain East Doctors. I offer support for weight loss surgery, GLP-1 medication diets (Ozempic, Mounjaro), diabetes, gut health, oncology, IVF nutrition, enteral feeding, NDIS, DVA and Workers Compensation.
Consultations available in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Approach: Evidence-based, clinically experienced, culturally sensitive; described as pairing 'the expertise of a seasoned health professional with friendly care'. Tailors nutrition to the individual.
Weight Loss Approach
Evidence-based clinical nutrition; supports weight loss through dietary management tailored to the individual, including support for weight loss medications (GLP-1 agonists) and bariatric surgery (pre/post-operative nutrition). Draws on experience in hospital-based surgical weight loss centres in both Australia and the UK NHS.
Yes – Jill explicitly lists 'Weight loss diets to support Weight loss medication like Mounjaro, Ozempic' as a service offering. Provides dietary support for patients on GLP-1 medications prescribed by their doctor.
Yes – Pre and post-operative nutrition support for Upper GI weight loss surgery including Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Duodenal Switch. Has specialist experience working in NHS weight loss surgery centres in the UK.
Areas of Expertise
Pricing
Medicare Rebates
Location
Optimal Care Dietitians / Balmain East Doctors
51 Darling Street, Balmain East, Sydney NSW 2041
Multiple Locations
Also provides consultations at North Shore Private Hospital (inpatients, via specialist/GP referral). Telehealth available nationally and internationally.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce (International Business) & Bachelor of Nutrition – University of Wollongong
- 2004
- Masters of Dietetics – University of Wollongong
- 2006
- Graduate Certificate in Metabolic Health Medicine – University of Sydney
- 2022
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia (APD)
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare EPC (Enhanced Primary Care / Chronic Disease Management Plan) available with GP referral. Health fund rebates available after payment. Also accepts Medicare for Older Persons, Eating Disorder, and Metabolic Disease dedicated items.
NDIS
NDIS provider. Plan-managed accounts supported. Package available: 1x initial appointment (60 min) + 2x review appointments (30 min each) + 1x report = $588.99. Client service agreement required before appointment.
DVA
Yes – DVA provider. DVA nutrition supplement scripts available.
Private Health
Yes – private health fund rebates available (specific funds not listed).
Referral
GP referral required for Medicare EPC rebates. Self-referral appears possible for private/out-of-pocket consultations.
Book a Consultation
60-minute initial consultation including analysis of bloodwork, reporting, and recommendations. Price: $210 (standalone) or included in packages. NDIS initial appointment: 60 mins at $188.
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Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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