Dietetics
What to expect when you visit a Dietitian
Do I need a referral from my GP?
You do not require a referral to attend our practice unless you are claiming Medicare or DVA rebates (see information in fees section regarding Medicare rebates).
Appointment Duration
A one hour appointment is required for an initial appointment and subsequent treatments will be half an hour.
Appointment Bookings
You can contact us via phone or email to book an appointment.
Initial Appointment
Your Dietitian will take a full history and examine the area of concern in order to develop a treatment plan.
Useful Things To Bring
Please bring any referrals or relevant pathology results to your appointment.
Our Dietitian
Jessica Zorba
Practising Dietitian
BNutDiet(Hons)
Jessica has a keen interest in helping people achieve healthy behaviors and develop positive relationships with food. Since graduating as a Dietitian in 2022, Jessica has been dedicated to promoting better health through nutrition. Her work in public health has allowed her to focus particularly on the nutritional needs of primary school-aged children. Jessica's approach is centered on creating supportive environments where children can learn and adopt healthy eating habits that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Jessica's interests include: child and adolescent nutrition (fussy eating, growth issues, disordered eating etc), supporting families to create healthy eating habits and general healthy eating. Her work is characterized by a compassionate and holistic approach, aiming not just to address immediate nutritional concerns, but also to instill lasting positive behaviors and attitudes towards food.
Jessica works once a month, on a Wednesday, at New Ability Health. To book an appointment call or email reception@newabilityhealth.com.au.
Conditions
These are some of the conditions that we treat. If your condition is not listed please contact us and we can discuss whether we are able to help you.
- General nutrition advice
- Overeating disorders, particularly in combination with depression and/or anxiety.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (FODMAPs).
- Malnutrition.
- Chronic disease, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease & hypertension.
Fees & Rebates - Dietetics
Fees
- Initial consultation: $120
- Routine appointments: $90 (30 minutes)
Payment is due on the day and can be made via cash, credit or debit card.
Medicare Rebates
If you have a chronic condition (e.g. cardiovascular disease, diabetes), you may be eligible for up to five subsidised sessions per year under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan. A rebate of $56 applies, with a gap fee payable. Rebates are processed on the day. Speak to your GP to check eligibility and arrange a CDM plan.
Private Health Insurance
Rebates may be available through your health fund. Please check with your provider.
NDIS
We are a registered NDIS provider. Referrals can be sent to reception@newabilityhealth.com.au.