Consultation Information
Initial Consultation
Your initial appointment will include a comprehensive assessment of your nutritional needs. Depending on the reason for your consultation, this may include:
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Review of your medical history and current health concerns
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Assessment of your usual diet and eating pattern
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Review of a food diary, where appropriate
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Assessment of the nutritional adequacy of your diet
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Evaluation of your nutritional status
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Personalised dietary advice and recommendations
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Relevant information and resources to support your dietary plan
Where appropriate, nutritional analysis software may be used to provide a more detailed assessment of your dietary intake.
Body composition assessment is also available where relevant, particularly for weight management, improving body composition or sports nutrition. The assessment is simple and non-invasive.
Follow-up Consultations
Follow-up appointments provide an opportunity to:
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Review your progress
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Discuss any difficulties or concerns
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Adjust your dietary plan where necessary
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Agree further goals and next steps
The number and frequency of follow-up appointments will depend on your individual needs.
Referrals and Appointments
Self-referrals are welcome, and referrals are also accepted from GPs, consultants and other healthcare professionals.
For certain medical conditions, an established diagnosis or relevant medical information may be required before dietary treatment can begin.
With your consent, I may liaise with your GP, consultant or other healthcare professional where this is helpful for your care. Occasionally, further medical information may be required before your consultation.
All personal and clinical information is treated confidentially and records are maintained in accordance with current data protection requirements.
Before your Appointment
Before confirming your first appointment, I will contact you briefly to discuss your requirements. This helps establish whether a dietetic consultation is appropriate and ensures that your appointment can be tailored to your needs.