Our Services
At oncology nutrition, we focus on gastrointestinal surgery and cancer care. Focusing on a specialist area, we have more time to stay up to date on the latest research and best practice in this area. Below are some examples of our services, please get in touch if you're unsure if our service is right for you.
Cancer Care
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New diagnosis of cancer
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Chemotherapy or radiotherapy - getting ready for and symptom management during and after
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Surgery - getting ready for surgery, recovery after discharging home and long-term management
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Life after treatment or living with cancer
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Palliative care - focusing on symptom management and comfort
Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Oesophagectomy
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Gastrectomy / partial gastrectomy
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Whipple's procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
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Liver or pancreatic resection
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Bowel resections / stoma formations (colostomy, ileostomy, jejunostomy)
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Pelvic exenteration
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Cytoreductive surgery ("debulking" or "peritonectomy")
While referrals are not a requirement, having information from you surgeon or oncologist about your treatment plan helps us to provide a holistic assessment and treatment plan. You surgeon, oncologist or GP can provide a referral using their own template or they can fill our referral form.
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Small Group Workshops
We understand that cancer treatment is expensive. We have designed small group workshops that will provide you with the basics of nutrition support at each stage of the cancer journey.
1. Diagnosis and Pre-Treatment
2. Active Treatment
3. Re-habilitation
Please register your interest via the "Get In touch" tab.
Fees and Rebates
All appointments must be secured with a valid credit card. The full fee will be automatically charged at the completion of your appointment using the card details provided. See our cancellation policy below.
If you have private health insurance, check with your provider if dietetics is covered. If covered, you can make a claim after your appointment.
There are no rebates available for group workshops. We do not currently accept DVA or NDIS clients.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that life is busy, and you may be feeling unwell from treatment. We kindly ask for 24hrs notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. There is a $60 fee if 24hrs notice is not provided.