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Expert, personalised nutrition care to help you eat well, feel better and manage your health from the inside out. At 1st Health Hub, our accredited practising dietitians work alongside your GP and health team to deliver evidence-based dietary support that fits your real life.
— What We Do
What Does a Dietitian Do?
Our accredited practising dietitians provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition assessments and meal planning tailored to your health conditions, lifestyle and goals. We go beyond generic dietary advice — taking the time to understand your full health picture and create practical, sustainable strategies that actually work for you.
Personalised Nutrition Assessments
A thorough review of your current diet, health history, lifestyle and goals to identify nutritional gaps and build a clear plan tailored specifically to you.
Chronic Disease Nutrition Management
Specialised dietary support for managing conditions including diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease and high cholesterol — coordinated directly with your GP and specialist team.
Weight Management Support
Sustainable, realistic strategies for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight — grounded in evidence, free from fad diets and designed around your individual needs and preferences.
Medicare Rebates Available
With a GP referral and Chronic Disease Management Plan, eligible patients can access Medicare rebates on dietitian consultations. Our team helps you navigate this from your very first visit.
What Is a Dietitian?
A dietitian is a university-trained, government-regulated health professional who specialises in food, nutrition and their impact on health. Unlike nutritionists, accredited practising dietitians (APDs) are qualified to provide medical nutrition therapy — meaning they work directly with your health conditions, medications and clinical data to design dietary interventions that are safe, targeted and effective.
At 1st Health Hub in Melbourne, our dietitians take a realistic, non-judgemental approach to nutrition. We understand that eating well looks different for everyone — and that sustainable change comes from working with your preferences, your culture and your lifestyle, not against them. Whether you are managing a complex health condition, navigating gut issues, recovering from illness or simply wanting to improve your energy and wellbeing, our dietitians provide the tools, knowledge and ongoing support you need.
As part of our fully integrated health centre, our dietitians work hand in hand with GPs, psychologists, exercise physiologists and other allied health professionals. This means your nutrition care is never considered in isolation — it is coordinated as part of your whole-health picture, leading to more effective outcomes and a care experience that genuinely feels connected.
— Conditions We Treat
We Help With a Wide Range of
Nutrition and Health Conditions
Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management
Medical nutrition therapy for Type 1, Type 2 and gestational diabetes, including carbohydrate management strategies, meal planning and coordination with your GP and diabetes educator.
Weight Management & Obesity
Personalised, sustainable approaches to healthy weight loss or gain — focused on long-term behaviour change, not quick fixes, and always tailored to your individual health and lifestyle circumstances.
Gut Health & Digestive Conditions
Dietary management of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), coeliac disease, food intolerances and other digestive concerns, including low-FODMAP dietary guidance.
Heart Disease & High Cholesterol
Evidence-based dietary strategies to reduce cardiovascular risk, manage cholesterol and blood pressure, and support heart health as part of a coordinated chronic disease management plan.
Eating Concerns & Disordered Eating
Compassionate, non-diet nutritional support for patients experiencing a difficult relationship with food, including those working alongside our psychology team on eating disorder recovery.
Sports Nutrition & Performance
Fuelling strategies, body composition goals and performance nutrition for recreational and competitive athletes — designed to support training, recovery and long-term health.
— How It Works
Your Path to
Better Nutrition in 4 Steps
Getting started with a dietitian at 1st Health Hub is straightforward. Here is what to expect from your very first visit through to lasting, sustainable change.
Book Your Appointment
Book online or call us on 0469 091 413. Let us know your main health concerns and goals so we can allocate the right appointment length and match you with the best dietitian for your needs.
Initial Assessment
Your dietitian conducts a comprehensive nutrition assessment covering your current eating habits, health history, medications, lifestyle and goals. Together you will identify priorities and agree on what realistic, sustainable progress looks like for you.
Your Personalised Nutrition Plan
You will receive a clear, practical nutrition plan tailored to your condition, preferences and daily routine. This is not a one-size-fits-all meal plan — it is a flexible, evidence-based strategy built around your real life.
Ongoing Support and Reviews
Nutrition change takes time and our dietitians are with you every step of the way. Regular follow-up appointments track your progress, troubleshoot challenges and update your plan as your health and goals evolve.
— Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
About Dietitian Services at 1st Health Hub
Everything you need to know before your first appointment.
Our team is happy to help. Give us a call or send us a message and we will get back to you promptly.
Do I need a GP referral to see a dietitian?
You do not need a referral to book directly with our dietitian. However, if you have a chronic health condition, your GP may prepare a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan that can entitle you to Medicare rebates for a number of allied health visits per calendar year, including dietetics. Our on-site GPs can help you with this in the same visit.
What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
In Australia, Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) are university-qualified, meet strict national standards and are trained to provide medical nutrition therapy for health conditions. The title “nutritionist” is not regulated in the same way — anyone may use it. For clinical nutrition advice linked to your medical care, an APD is the appropriate professional.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your goals, health conditions and how much support you need. Some people benefit from a few visits; others with complex or chronic conditions may see their dietitian regularly over months. Your dietitian will outline a realistic review schedule after your initial assessment.
Can a dietitian help with weight loss?
Yes. Dietitians provide evidence-based, individualised advice for weight management that focuses on sustainable eating patterns, behaviour change and overall health — not fad diets. Your plan is tailored to your medical history, lifestyle and preferences.
Can I see a dietitian and a GP on the same day?
Yes. Our dietitians and GPs work under the same roof at 1st Health Hub, so you can often coordinate appointments on one visit — convenient if you need a care plan, blood tests reviewed, or your nutrition discussed alongside your broader medical care.
Do you offer support for children and teenagers?
Yes. Our dietitians see young people for a range of concerns such as fussy eating, growth, food allergy or intolerance, sports nutrition and weight-related issues, always working sensitively with families and, where appropriate, alongside your child’s GP or paediatrician.