Public Health Dietitians are experts in nutrition, food systems and related public health sciences. Public health nutrition practice encompasses the assessment, promotion, protection and enhancement of health and the prevention of diseases. Using population health and health promotion approaches, strategies focus on the interactions among the determinants of health, food security and nutritional and overall health (adapted from Pan Canadian Task Force on Public Health Nutrition Practice). For more information see Population & Public Health-Nutrition Promotion.
Private Practice Dietitians work in a variety of areas. To find a private practice dietitian visit the College of Dietitians of Manitoba Web site
Dietitians are an integral part of care for patients and residents. Specifically, Dietitians should be consulted in the following:
Dietitians are part of the health care team that manages a wide variety of medical issues. Dietitians often educate family and medical staff on nutrition support and hydration at end of life. For more information on feeding at end of life click here.