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Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes
Chronic diseases are now among the leading drivers of disability, healthcare spending, and reduced quality of life in the United States (1). According to the CDC, 76.4% of U.S. adults reported having at least one chronic condition (2). As healthcare increasingly shifts toward prevention-focused care, healthcare professionals are…
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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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Diabetes Best Practices: Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes
Keeping abreast of the latest guidelines for diabetes treatment can be daunting. Fortunately, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) makes it more manageable by publishing the Standards of Medical Care in…
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Keeping abreast of the latest guidelines for diabetes treatment can be daunting. Fortunately, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) makes it more manageable…
Pride in Foodservice Week & FAQs for Food Service & Regulatory Issues
The 31st annual Pride in Food Service Week is February 7–11 this year. Food service teams in nursing homes, hospitals and recovery centers have weathered a lot of changes during…
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The 31st annual Pride in Food Service Week is February 7–11 this year. Food service teams in nursing homes, hospitals and recovery…
Sometimes All it Takes is a Big Heart
February is American Heart Month and Cancer Prevention Month! And did you know that National Eating Disorder Awareness (NEDA) Week takes place February 22–28? As nutrition professionals, we can all…
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February is American Heart Month and Cancer Prevention Month! And did you know that National Eating Disorder Awareness (NEDA) Week takes place…
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), “By age 6, girls especially start to express concerns about their own weight or shape. 40-60% of elementary school girls (ages 6-12)…
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According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), “By age 6, girls especially start to express concerns about their own weight or…
National Cancer Prevention Month
February is National Cancer Prevention Month. According to the American Association For Cancer Research (AACR) “Research has shown that more than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed and nearly half…
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February is National Cancer Prevention Month. According to the American Association For Cancer Research (AACR) “Research has shown that more than 40…
February is American Heart Month
Heart disease remains the leading killer of both men and women in the United States. As we age, protecting heart health becomes increasingly important. February is heart month so it’s…
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Heart disease remains the leading killer of both men and women in the United States. As we age, protecting heart health becomes…
Regulatory Questions
Federal Regulations Specific Questions Related to Federal Nursing Home Regulations Also refer to our Regulatory Tips & Resources page. Feeding Assistants F Tag 811 of the CMS State Operations…
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Federal Regulations Specific Questions Related to Federal Nursing Home Regulations Also refer to our Regulatory Tips & Resources page. Feeding Assistants…
Nutrition Recommendations Your Clients Can Take to Heart
Heart disease remains the number one killer in the U.S. for both men and women. February is a great month to encourage your clients to renew their commitment to…
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Heart disease remains the number one killer in the U.S. for both men and women. February is a great month to…
Becky’s Note for January
Happy 2022! I sincerely hope you enjoyed the holidays with your friends and family—in whatever form you were able to celebrate—and are feeling excited about this new year ahead of…
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Happy 2022! I sincerely hope you enjoyed the holidays with your friends and family—in whatever form you were able to celebrate—and are…
January is Thyroid Awareness Month
An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease and up to 60% of those affected are unaware of their disease. Nutrition professionals are often the first line…
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An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease and up to 60% of those affected are unaware of their…
Present and Future: State of Nutrition, Food and Nutrition Trends, Pride in Foodservice Week
Food and nutrition is always changing. But in this post-pandemic world with supply chain shortages and new COVID-19 variants continuing to emerge, sometimes it’s tough to keep up with changes…
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Food and nutrition is always changing. But in this post-pandemic world with supply chain shortages and new COVID-19 variants continuing to emerge,…
January 2022 COVID-19 Updates
As of January 2022, the Omicron Variant of COVId-19 had been detected in most states and is rapidly increasing the number of COVID-19 cases in America. This surge is causing…
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As of January 2022, the Omicron Variant of COVId-19 had been detected in most states and is rapidly increasing the number of…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
I love this manual! It has everything you need to run a food service operation in any setting. I have referenced this many times for my work over the years!
Policy & Procedure Manual: For Nutrition and Food Service in Healthcare Facilities, 2023
Jamie Smith, MS, RD, CSG, LDN
Every nutrition professional will likely encounter situations in which end of life care and palliative care decisions will be presented for consideration by the health care team. This crosses all settings including long term care, dialysis, acute care, etc. We each will…
Nutrition for Patients/Residents in Palliative Care Course
B. Burgin Ross, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND
As a long-time provider of nutrition services to long term care facilities, I see firsthand the implications of a good nutrition care plan. Facilities that prioritize nutrition and nutrition interventions decrease malnutrition, improve resident quality of life, and optimize reimbursement. In addition,…
Justifying the Need for Quality Measures and Nutrition-Focused Quality Improvement Programs in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
Becky Dorner & Associates, Inc. programs are well written and make learning effective and applicable to clinical practice.
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, RDN, FAND
This continuing education program is valuable because it provides evidence-based strategies to help professionals support healthy aging. Participants learn practical lifestyle interventions- including nutrition, physical activity, sleep and social engagement, that can improve quality of life, reduce chronic disease risk, and promote…
Healthy Aging: Lifestyle Nutrition for Disease Prevention & Longevity
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LD
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
Key Nutrients for Older Adults: Applications in Clinical Practice is an important CPE program for nutrition professionals so that they stay abreast of the latest evidence behind nutrition needs for both general health and also for preventing and managing chronic disease.
Key Nutrients for Older Adults: Applications in Clinical Practice
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP
A smoking-hot health topic, explored within the pages of a book now held by over a million readers worldwide…It is crucial for nutrition experts to thoroughly delve into, comprehend and assist others in deciphering (and applying) the science and methodologies outlined in…
Understanding Longevity: The Art and Science of Extending Life
Sue Linja, RDN, LD
The self study course and required reading are an excellent publication that include thought-provoking case studies to be applied to the nutrition continuum.
A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Nutrition Care – 20 CPE Self-Study Course
Katy Adams, RD, MDA, CSG, LD
The case studies are very reflective of actual day-to-day work in facilities. Coding Section K correctly requires thorough understanding of MDS-mandated interpretation of nutrition related events. This course provides opportunity for practice at the “nitty-gritty” level!
Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 RAI Manual v1.17 Course
Jane Bennett, MS, RDN, LD
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