Dietetics
We are determined to ensure that every patient under our care can access optimal nutrition to improve recovery, health outcomes and quality of life.
Our qualified dietitians provide services to most clinical areas in the hospital, including:
- diabetes
- mental health
- stroke rehabilitation
- older adult rehabilitation
- adult rehabilitation
- community rehabilitation.
We assess and manage each patient individually and provide intervention and education for those who require special dietary modifications, nourishing diets and fluids, enteral or parenteral nutrition.
Food Service
We work closely with our caterers to meet the needs of our patients for special dietary, religious and cultural needs.
Teaching and Training
We work with both Curtin University and Edith Cowan University, providing clinical training of Masters' dietetic students.
We consult on tertiary dietetic issues with medical staff, nursing and other allied health staff.
We regularly provide medical nutrition therapy presentations to staff as requested.
Referrals
Outpatients:
Please consider the patient's catchment when referring to dietetics.
Referrals are accepted by e-referral or Single Point Of Referral (SPOR).
Outpatients may be seen at Royal Perth Hospital or at Bentley Health Service, depending on the diagnosis and where they live.
Referrals should include reason for appointment, presenting complaint, past medical history and medication list.