Nutrition and Dietetics

About us
The department comprises of dietitians, dietetic assistants, a nutrition support nurse and administration team.
Registered Dietitians are the only qualified health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat diet and nutrition problems at an individual and wider public health level. All dietitians are registered and regulated by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
Dietitians use the most up to date public health and scientific research on food, health and disease, which they translate into practical guidance to enable people to make appropriate lifestyle and food choices (British Dietetic Association (BDA)).
Where we work:
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Acute hospital services:
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In patient wards
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Out patient clinics
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Diabetes education and resource centre
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Patient's own home
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Nursing and residential care homes
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Schools
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Community clinics:
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Community hospital inpatients:

Photos: Chesterfield Royal Hospital
The Nutrition and Dietetics Team

Photos: Trevor Smith Photography
For more information on each specialism, click below:

Our Services
Our Nutrition and Dietetic service offers patient assessment, care planning and treatment in a variety of areas. On your placement you may be involved with any of the following areas:
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Nutrition support
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Weight Management
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Faltering Growth
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Gastrointestinal problems
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Heart disease
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Swallowing difficulties
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Food allergies and intolerances
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Artificial feeding
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Feeding difficulties (Paediatrics)
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Cystic Fibrosis
Useful links
BAPEN - MUST (Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool)
National Institute for Clinical Excellence

