CAREER COUNSELLING ON “ROLE OF DIETICIAN IN HOSPITALS”

·         To explain the role of dieticians in patient care, focusing on the significant impact they have on recovery, health maintenance, and disease prevention.

·         To raise awareness among healthcare professionals about the crucial link between nutrition and patient outcomes.

·         To explore the evolving role of dieticians, including the impact of modern technology, nutrition research, and personalized diets in hospital settings.

A few major points explained by the speaker to the participants:

1.      Assessment of patient’s nutritional status.

2.      Development and implementation of personalized nutrition plans.

3.      Monitoring of food intake and adjustment of diets based on health conditions.

4.      Educating patients and their families about preventive nutrition to avoid diseases.

5.      Promoting balanced diets for long-term health and wellness.

6.      Teamwork between dieticians, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.

At the end of the session, the participants were able to:

1.      Gain clear understanding of the vital role dieticians play in patient care, including assessing nutritional needs and providing personalized dietary plans.

2.      Comprehend the connection between proper nutrition and the management of conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

3.      Introduced the latest developments in dietetics, including technological advancements, telemedicine, and personalized nutrition.

4.      Acquired practical strategies for integrating dietetics into patient care and enhancing health outcomes.