FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make an appointment?
You can book an appointment a few different ways:
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If you feel more comfortable talking to me first before our consult, you can book a brief chat with me on 0418 841 629. Alternatively, if you want to quickly book online with no prior contact, you can do so here. Or, if you have some more questions and want to contact me directly, you can find all my clinic contact details here.
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What is the Difference Between a
Dietitian, Naturopath & Nutritionist?
My understanding only goes as far as my own research and keeping this short!
I encourage you to do your own research, too:
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Dietitian: Accredited Practising Dietitians ( APD's ) have a diverse skill set which includes food prescriptions for medical conditions such as Diabetes, Allergies and Cardiovascular Disease for example. ADP's are unique in their expertise in a hospital setting, overseeing nasogastric feeding tube patients, as well as working in the private clinical setting, and in public health.
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Naturopath: Naturopath's also go under the moniker of a Herbalist. They have a wholistic approach to their clients often within a private clinical setting, considering their environment, lifestyle and food intake. Herbalists are unique in their expertise in supporting medical condition symptoms not only with dietary supplements and food as medicine, but also herbs via herbal tinctures and creams.
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Nutritionist: The label 'Nutritionist' can be used by a Dietitian, Naturopath, social media influencer, as well as myself, a Clinical Nutritional Medicine practitioner. In short, my version of Nutrition covers most of what a Naturopath does above, with the exception of herbal prescriptions.
I can only speak on behalf of my own personal clinical approach with supporting individuals with presenting conditions via food as medicine, supplements when absolutely necessary, drawing a large focus on lifestyle, environment and emotional presentation of my clients.
* Note, none of the practitioners above can diagnose a medical condition. We can help to support our clients through any previously diagnosed conditions by their medical doctor, or specialist.
Do You Do Pathology Testing ?
Blood Pathology
Yes! I use blood pathology based in Adelaide.
The kinds of tests we can order, can include:
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Full Blood Count
Iron Studies
Liver Function Studies
Thyroid Function Studies
Zinc Status
Vitamin D Status
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Functional Pathology
I use functional pathology based in Victoria.
The kinds of tests we can order, can include:
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Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis
Candida & Ceoliac Screening
Combination Food Panels of IgG /IgA /IgE
Hair Metal & Mineral Testing
Methylation Testing
Mould and Bio-Toxin Markers
Organic Acid Testing ( Urine Testing )
Salivary Hormones and Cortisol Function
What's Your Cancellation Policy?
Life happens....
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If you can't make an appointment, all I need is 24 hours notice. I do value your time and commitment to your booked appointment, and also the time set aside of my other clients. I do my best to accommodate rescheduled bookings where I can. If you need to reschedule, you can contact me via any of these means here.
Do You Offer Health Fund Rebates?
Yes, in the not so distant future!
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I am currently in the process of gaining my rebate credentials as I haven't utilized private health fund rebates in my past consulting. I will notify all clients when it is all up and running.