Dietetics
NOURISHING WHAT MATTERS... you!
What you eat affects how you feel, how you heal, and how you manage the conditions you live with. Our dietitians work with children and adults on
everything from NDIS nutrition support and chronic disease management to fussy eating, allergies, and weight concerns. We see people in clinic, at
home, or via telehealth across Sydney, regional NSW, and Tasmania. Optimum Health Solutions Dietetics is here when you are ready. NDIS,
Medicare, and private patients welcome.
We are currently accepting new Dietetics clients at most of our clinics. Appointments are available in clinic, at home, and via telehealth.
Patients & Families
For referrers and Support Coordinators
How can I fund Dietetics?
- NDIS (Capacity Building, Improved Health and Wellbeing) – covers dietary assessment, nutrition intervention, and meal planning support related to your disability goals
- NDIS (Capacity Building, Improved Daily Living) – may apply where the focus is on building independent meal preparation and nutrition management skills
- Medicare – up to 5 sessions per calendar year with a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (commonly used for diabetes, cardiovascular
disease, and chronic kidney disease) - DVA – Gold Card and White Card accepted, GP referral required
- Private health insurance – rebates available through most funds with extras cover
- Self-funded – no referral needed for private patients
WHAT DO PODIATRISTS HELP WITH?
1.
DIABETES AND BLOOD SUGAR MANAGEMENT
Living with type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes means food choices carry extra weight. We help you understand what affects your blood sugar, build meal patterns that fit your routine, and take the stress out of food decisions so you can manage your condition with more confidence and less guesswork.
2.
WEIGHT AND BODY COMPOSITION
3.
GUT HEALTH AND
DIGESTIVE CONDITIONS
IBS, Crohn’s disease, coeliac disease, reflux, and food intolerances can make eating stressful and unpredictable. We assess your symptoms, identify triggers, and build an eating plan that reduces discomfort while making sure you still get the nutrition you need.
4.
Eating and Mealtimes for Kids & Adults With Disability
6.
NUTRITION FOR RECOVERY
AND REHABILITATION
5.
HEART HEALTH AND
CHRONIC DISEASE
High blood pressure, high cholesterol, kidney disease, and liver conditions all respond to the right food approach. We translate medical advice into meals you actually want to eat, with practical shopping lists and cooking strategies that fit your budget and household.
How Can Seeing A Dietitian help you?
Weight management
Diabetes nutrition
Food allergies and intolerances
Digestive health (IBS)
Heart health
Paediatric nutrition
Malnutrition support
Sports nutrition
Your Dietetics Roadmap
Get in touch
Book online on our Booking Directory, or call us, fill in an Appointment Request Form or ask your Support Coordinator to send a referral. We will confirm we have received your enquiry within one business day.
WE MATCH YOU WITH A DIETITIAN
We consider your needs, preferred location, and whether a clinic, home, or telehealth session suits best. If your goals overlap with another discipline, we flag that early so the team can coordinate from day one.
INITIAL ASSESSMENT
Your Dietitian will spend time understanding your eating patterns, medical history, cooking situation, and what matters most to you. We look at the full picture, not just what is on the plate, so your plan reflects your real life.
PERSONALISED NUTRITION PLAN
Your plan fits your life, not the other way around. We focus on practical food strategies you can maintain, with clear guidance on meals, portions, and shopping. If other clinicians can help, we align care through case conferences so the team is already on the same page.
REVIEW AND ADJUST
We provide regular progress reviews and adjust goals and strategies as things change. We re-check the measures that matter to you, adapt recommendations, and keep your plan realistic and relevant.
EDUCATION AND INDEPENDENCE
We teach you how to make confident food choices on your own: reading labels, adapting recipes, planning meals on a budget, and knowing when to check in. Practical tools. Plain language. Support for your day to day.
CAN I USE MY NDIS PLAN FOR Dietetics.
Dietetics is a funded NDIS support for participants who need help with nutrition, mealtime management, or weight-related health concerns. We work with children and adults who live with autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, acquired brain injury, and a wide range of physical and psychosocial conditions. <br>We meet you where you are, with respect for your preferences and cultural background.
Start with a no-cost discovery session:
One team aligned:
Funding, made simpler:
Meet Your DIETITIANS
Terence Tong
Dietitian/Head of Clinical Development (Dietetics)
BSc (Phys), MND
Referrers Hub
Whether you’re a new referrer or you’ve used our services before, the Optimum referrers hub has all your needs. With one click you can make enquiries, make referrals and check all of our clinics’ service capacities.
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Clinics that offer Dietetics Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Is seeing a Dietitian just for weight loss?
Do you give me a meal plan?
Can you help with picky eating in children?
Do I need a referral to see you?
Does NDIS or Medicare cover appointments?
How Can We Support You Today?
Our Core Services
A team of caring health professionals working together around you.
From physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation to speech pathology, dietetics, podiatry and more, your care is coordinated not fragmented.
NDIS Disability Services
Navigating the NDIS can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone.
As a registered NDIS provider, we align therapy with your plan and help map out a clear and sustainable pathway so funding works for you.
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Do meaningful work without burning out.
Join a supportive multidisciplinary team where mentoring, collaboration and professional growth are part of everyday practice.
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