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Regulations & Guidelines
Maintaining up-to-date policies and procedures in healthcare is becoming increasingly complex as regulatory requirements, clinical guidelines, and food safety standards continue to evolve. Foodservice and nutrition teams must stay aligned with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations, implement current dietary guidance, ensure food safety, and support…
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Since 1993, Becky Dorner & Associates has provided CDR-approved continuing education programs and publications that empower healthcare professionals to deliver excellent care.
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Associations Between Polypharmacy and Cognitive and Physical Capability
Polypharmacy has been associated with negative effects on health, such as premature mortality, reduced cognitive and physical functioning, adverse drug interactions, medication non-adherence and more. Most victims of polypharmacy end…
Read MoreAssociations Between Polypharmacy and Cognitive and Physical Capability
Polypharmacy has been associated with negative effects on health, such as premature mortality, reduced cognitive and physical functioning, adverse drug interactions, medication…
Maintaining Physical & Mental Health
Maintaining both physical and mental health in old age is the key to living a happy and comfortable life as an aging adult. Below is a compilation of articles on…
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Maintaining both physical and mental health in old age is the key to living a happy and comfortable life as an aging…
FDA Recognizes 8 New Carbs as Dietary Fiber
On June 14, 2018, the Food and Drug Administration recognized eight new carbohydrates as dietary fiber, which is found to have positive effects on human health. The eight carbohydrates include:…
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On June 14, 2018, the Food and Drug Administration recognized eight new carbohydrates as dietary fiber, which is found to have positive…
July’s Tips for Nutrition Care Professionals
July’s tips range from no-utilities emergency meal planning and hurricane preparedness to effectively communicating new findings in nutrition research. With the peak of hurricane season quickly approaching, emergency planning and…
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July’s tips range from no-utilities emergency meal planning and hurricane preparedness to effectively communicating new findings in nutrition research. With the peak…
All About RDNs
Miscellaneous Questions What is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)? A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) is a food and nutrition expert who has met specific academic and professional requirements including: Earned…
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Miscellaneous Questions What is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)? A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) is a food and nutrition expert who has…
Professional & Business Questions
What can a dietitian offer to my AL Facility? A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) can offer so many valuable services to Assisted Living Facilities and their residents! The RDN is…
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What can a dietitian offer to my AL Facility? A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) can offer so many valuable services to Assisted…
Becky Dorner Earns Prestigious Medallion Award from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy), the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, announced their national honorees and award winners in May 2017. Registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN),…
Read MoreBecky Dorner Earns Prestigious Medallion Award from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy), the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, announced their national honorees and award…
Helping Older Adults Put Their Best Fork Forward
As the RDN for a continuing care retirement community, you have been asked to do a presentation and a booth on good nutrition for older adults at an upcoming health…
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As the RDN for a continuing care retirement community, you have been asked to do a presentation and a booth on good…
Making a Difference: Suzanne Quiring, RD
What is your mission/vision? My mission is to improve the dining experience for residents in health care communities (HCC) to be one that honors choice, is respectful regardless of a…
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What is your mission/vision? My mission is to improve the dining experience for residents in health care communities (HCC) to be one…
Making a Difference: Gretchen E. Robinson, MS, RDN, LDN, LD, FADA, FAND
What is your mission/vision? A dedicated member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics I have embraced multiple opportunities to provide leadership and service to long term care and community…
Read MoreMaking a Difference: Gretchen E. Robinson, MS, RDN, LDN, LD, FADA, FAND
What is your mission/vision? A dedicated member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics I have embraced multiple opportunities to provide leadership…
Making a Difference: Candace S, Johnson, RDN, CGS, FAND – October 2016
What is your mission/vision? To improve and affect lives of seniors with food and nutrition in all living settings. What have you done/are you doing to make a difference in…
Read MoreMaking a Difference: Candace S, Johnson, RDN, CGS, FAND – October 2016
What is your mission/vision? To improve and affect lives of seniors with food and nutrition in all living settings. What have you…
Making a Difference: Nancy Munoz, DCN, MHA, RDN, FAND
What is your mission/vision? To live each day with faith, love and passion so that I may make a difference in people’s lives. I want to live each day to…
Read MoreMaking a Difference: Nancy Munoz, DCN, MHA, RDN, FAND
What is your mission/vision? To live each day with faith, love and passion so that I may make a difference in people’s…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
Due to the growing rate of food allergies not only in the United States but worldwide, this course is vital to the education of current and future nutrition professionals.
Nutrition Management of Food Allergies Course
Lisa Cooperman, MS, RDN
This course is a detailed CPE program for dietitians interested in updated information on the evaluation and management of GERD.
Guidance for Evaluation and Management of GERD- Short Course
Emma Fogt, MBA, MS, RDN, FAND
Application of the nutrition care process with CKD can be a challenge because of disease and patient complexity. This CPE program provides the nutrition professional with a good resource to better understand this process in an easy-to-understand format with several different case…
Managing Chronic Kidney Disease with the Nutrition Care Process Course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
This self study course and required reading clearly identify the concern of low muscle mass and malnutrition in a wide variety of individuals. The exceptional presentation of this research information is vital for dietitians working in all areas of practice.
Assessing and Treating Low Muscle Mass and Malnutrition
Sue Linja, RDN, LD
This continuing education program is based on the latest data-driven evidence of where the science stands in chronic disease prevention and management, rare and infectious disease control, mental health promotion, and overall lifestyle management for optimum anti-aging. RDNs and NDTRs can better…
The Science of Super-Aging: Unlocking the Secrets of Longevity
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP
The course highlights the issue of obesity in older adults, bringing it to the forefront through a multifaceted curriculum. The readings, videos, and podcasts create a comprehensive learning experience that addresses critical aspects of the topic. It provides practical and evidence-based solutions,…
Aging and Obesity: Promoting Wellness and Bridging Gaps in Care
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LDN
This course is very detailed and comprehensive in an area that is often understaffed and in need of this specific skill set for RDNs and NDTRs.
Minimum Data Set 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument Manual v1.17 (Rev. 10-1-19) Self-Study Short Course
Janice Baker RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BCADM
I have years of experience consulting in long-term care and have frequently turned to the RAI Manual to guide my MDS coding. This course is essential for any LTC dietitian who hasn’t mastered the proper MDS coding process. The study materials were…
Minimum Data Set 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument Manual v1.19.1 (October 2024) Self-Study Course
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LDN
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
This course requires the reader to learn the basics of all types of diabetes in a case-based format which encourages more critical thinking skills that are necessary in diabetes care.
Mastering Diabetes Management in Primary Care: Case Based Insights Course
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES
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