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The use of glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists and related combination medications (referred to as GLP-1 medications) has surged in recent years as a powerful tool for obesity treatment. These medications, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, have demonstrated remarkable results in clinical trials, often leading to astounding levels…
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MNT for Hemodialysis
Wilma is a 67-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease (ESRD). Wilma also has type 2 diabetes and essential hypertension. She was recently admitted to a…
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Wilma is a 67-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease (ESRD). Wilma also has type 2 diabetes and…
Dietary Protein and Declining Kidney Function
Rosie, aged 71, went to her physician for a follow up for management of type 2 diabetes. Routine blood work found that Rosie’s glomerular filtration rate (GFR) had declined over…
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Rosie, aged 71, went to her physician for a follow up for management of type 2 diabetes. Routine blood work found that…
Exploring Protein Energy Wasting in Chronic Kidney Disease
Protein Energy Wasting (or PEW) is an incredibly common issue for individuals who have been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). When PEW goes undiagnosed or is simply not treated…
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Protein Energy Wasting (or PEW) is an incredibly common issue for individuals who have been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). When…
Is Irregularity Normal for an Aging Adult?
Doris is a 69 year old woman who lives in an assisted living facility and has recently had problems with “irregularity”, her polite word for constipation. She thought it was…
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Doris is a 69 year old woman who lives in an assisted living facility and has recently had problems with “irregularity”, her…
Nutritional Needs for Older Adults During Times of Stress and Trauma
Critical illness such as trauma, injury, burns, wounds, pressure injuries, major surgery, or sepsis cause a stress response that can result in hypermetabolism, increased catabolism, and loss of lean body…
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Critical illness such as trauma, injury, burns, wounds, pressure injuries, major surgery, or sepsis cause a stress response that can result in…
Celiac Disease in Older Adults: Incidence and Management
Julia started a new job as the registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) at a continuing care retirement community. She noticed that the community’s assisted living and skilled nursing units each had…
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Julia started a new job as the registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) at a continuing care retirement community. She noticed that the community’s…
Should Obese Older Adults in Post-Acute Care Be Encouraged to Lose Weight?
Ana, a registered dietitian nutritionist at a skilled nursing facility, received a consult from the facility physician for weight loss for 80-year Mabel, whose BMI is 37. Ana is new…
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Ana, a registered dietitian nutritionist at a skilled nursing facility, received a consult from the facility physician for weight loss for 80-year…
Making Mealtime Magic for Older Adults in Health Care Communities
In the past couple of years, Covid has thrown the best of intentions for food service delivery and dining in post-acute care facilities into turmoil. Staffing shortages, communal dining restrictions,…
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In the past couple of years, Covid has thrown the best of intentions for food service delivery and dining in post-acute care…
Should Older Adults Ditch the Diet for the Holiday Season?
The smell of turkey roasting in the oven… The sight of the table set for a very special holiday gathering… Candles glowing brightly…festive holiday music… The flavor of your favorite…
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The smell of turkey roasting in the oven… The sight of the table set for a very special holiday gathering… Candles glowing…
Vegetarian and Plant-Based Diets for the Aging Population
Alexis is a registered dietitian nutritionist who works with older adults of varying ages in numerous settings including private practice, outpatient counseling and a skilled nursing facility with 60 long-term…
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Alexis is a registered dietitian nutritionist who works with older adults of varying ages in numerous settings including private practice, outpatient counseling…
Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health
Willie’s daughter, Simone, is worried about her father’s eating habits. Willie is 66 years old, has hypertension and coronary artery disease, and recently had angioplasty. Willie’s father died of a…
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Willie’s daughter, Simone, is worried about her father’s eating habits. Willie is 66 years old, has hypertension and coronary artery disease, and…
Managing Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Kathleen’s parents and grandfathers all died because of heart disease. Now 65, she assumed her risk was probably high due to family history, her 20 year history of hypertension, and…
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Kathleen’s parents and grandfathers all died because of heart disease. Now 65, she assumed her risk was probably high due to family…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
The self study course provides a detailed overview of the NFPE for a new or seasoned RDN. Specific updates on the NFPE are outlined within the course material and a series of challenging case studies are utilized to assist the participant in…
Nutrition Focused Physical Exam Course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
Nutrition Focused Physical Exam Course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
Becky Dorner & Associates, Inc. programs are well written and make learning effective and applicable to clinical practice.
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, RDN, FAND
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, RDN, FAND
This comprehensive self-study course is ideal for healthcare providers interested in the scientific basics and nutrition for prediabetes and diabetes prevention. The course reviews the etiology of prediabetes, carbohydrates using both the balanced plate and carbohydrate counting methods. It includes clinically relevant…
Nutrition for Prediabetes
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND
Nutrition for Prediabetes
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND
Nutrition and kidney disease can be a complex topic to learn for the new or more experienced registered dietitian nutritionist. This CPE program is an excellent resource because it makes use of a comprehensive resource and breaks down the information into manageable…
Kidney Disease: Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment and Management Course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
Kidney Disease: Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment and Management Course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
I am thankful that this program will be available to practitioners to provide accurate, current and evidence based information on gluten related disorders.
Gluten Free Living: A Comprehensive Guide
Pamela Cureton, RDN, LDN
Gluten Free Living: A Comprehensive Guide
Pamela Cureton, RDN, LDN
The required reading and self study course are excellent resources for anyone working with pregnant people with diabetes. The course is a good assessment of one’s knowledge of the information. Diabetes in pregnancy is complex, so keeping up to date with current…
Diabetes and Pregnancy: A Nutrition Update
Casey Seiden, MS, RDN, CDCES
Diabetes and Pregnancy: A Nutrition Update
Casey Seiden, MS, RDN, CDCES
This course would make an excellent CPE program as it complements the required reading book well with additional perspectives and resources for both the care provider and client.
Using Mindfulness to Deepen Your Intuitive Eating Practice
Janice Baker, MBA, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BC-ADM
Using Mindfulness to Deepen Your Intuitive Eating Practice
Janice Baker, MBA, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BC-ADM
NAFLD is on the rise and healthcare professionals are likely to come across patients with metabolic syndrome and this condition. Learning about its causes and treatment options through this CPE program and required reading will equip you for speaking about it further…
A Review of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Short Course
Casey Seiden, MS, RD, CDCES
A Review of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Short Course
Casey Seiden, MS, RD, CDCES
This self-study course provides comprehensive and current information regarding gastrointestinal nutrition and it is an excellent resource for RDNs and NDTRs who are involved in this field.
Gastrointestinal Nutrition: A Primer for Nutrition Professionals Self Study Course
Lina Nahhas, MS, RD, LD
Gastrointestinal Nutrition: A Primer for Nutrition Professionals Self Study Course
Lina Nahhas, MS, RD, LD
More than two decades ago, Ronni Chernoff, a former president of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, said “Dietitians have lost opportunities by not branching out.” This CPE program provides the reader with some potentially new or expanded career opportunities. It also…
Perspectives on Future Opportunities in the Dietetics Profession Self Study Course
Linda S. Mills, MBA, RDN, LDN, FADA
Perspectives on Future Opportunities in the Dietetics Profession Self Study Course
Linda S. Mills, MBA, RDN, LDN, FADA
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