Overview
Our dietitians have specialist knowledge of nutrition for women’s health and babies admitted to our Special Care Nursery and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
For outpatients (people attending appointments):
- Dietitians provide a service to pregnant patients for gestational diabetes, pre-existing diabetes, weight management, morning sickness and nutrient deficiencies.
- Dietitians also see patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
For inpatients (people admitted to the hospital):
- Dietitians provide expert advice on conditions such as pregnancy, diabetes in pregnancy, weight management in pregnancy, women’s cancer and support sick and premature babies.
- Dietitians work closely with Food Services to ensure meals provided are nutritious and meet our patients’ needs.
Getting here
Find us at:
163 Studley Road
Heidelberg Victoria 3084
For more information on getting here, visit Mercy Hospital for Women .
Location details
Dietetics outpatient services are located on level 3 at Mercy Hospital for Women.
On-site signage and indicators
Look for the Dietitian signs on-site.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm
Your appointment
What to bring
Outpatients:
- bring your appointment letter with you if you have one
- bring any relevant test results.
Inpatients:
- let nursing staff know of any allergies or special dietary requirements you may have
- provide a list of any vitamins you are taking
- provide a list of any oral nutrition supplement drinks you are taking
More information
Team Composition
Throughout your experience you may be supported by:
- a dietitian
For health professionals
Dietitians have a specialist knowledge of nutrition and provide evidence-based care in a wide range of clinical areas. Our dietitians specialise in nutrition and women’s health, and in premature babies admitted to our Special Care Nursery or Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
For inpatients:
- Dietitians provide expert advice on conditions such as pregnancy, diabetes in pregnancy, weight management in pregnancy, women’s cancer and premature babies.
- Dietitians work closely with Food Services to ensure patients are provided meals that are nutritious and meet their dietary requirements.
In outpatients:
- Dietitians provide a service to maternity patients for gestational diabetes, pre-existing diabetes, weight management, morning sickness and nutrient deficiencies.
- Dietitians also see patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
More information
Resources for you
health.qld.gov.au/nutrition
This resource provides evidence based nutrition education resources.
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