What can a Dietitian do for you?

Consulting a Dietitian is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their health and nutrition through food and lifestyle change.  When faced with illness or a specific health concern, sorting through complex information and advice about diet can require specialist help.  A Dietitian is University trained for this and is registered with the Dietitians Association of Australia as an Accredited Practising Dietitian.

Food and eating are enjoyable parts of daily life.  Accredited Practising Dietitians recognise this and can help you make realistic and sustainable changes for a healthy lifestyle and to maximise sports performance.

What is involved and what does it cost?

Consultations are available for individuals, couples and families.  Inital Dietary Consultations can be arranged for either 30 or 60 minutes with a charge of $90.00 and $120.00 respectively.  Review consultations are either 30 or 60 minutes with a charge of $75.00 and $120.00 respectively.

During your initial consultation we will discuss your goals regarding your diet.  We will ask you a series of questions about your medical history then examine your present diet and exercise behaviour.  From this, we will provide advice and practical suggestions for change, along with relevant written material.

Review consultations are designed to check your progress.  Your dietary intake is re-examined, if desired weight and/or body composition reassessed, and additional changes recommeded.  Review consultations are usually two to four weeks apart and the number of consultations you have is entirely up to you.

Also remember that 'extras' cover on Private Health Insurance offer a rebate on all dietary consultations.  You can also receive a rebate from the Medicare Enhanced Primary Care Program if a referral is provided by your General Practitioner.

If you wish to make an appointment or have any questions please call The Melbourne Sports Medicine Centre on 9650 9372 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

* Please note that if you cancel an appointment on the day, you will be charged a $50.00 cancellation fee.

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