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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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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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Celebrating Older Adults—Just Because!
In the midst of all that’s going on around the world, we’re still seeing stories pop up about happy, healthy older adults who are making the best of their lives…
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In the midst of all that’s going on around the world, we’re still seeing stories pop up about happy, healthy older adults…
October’s Note from Becky
Everyone needs an advocate for their health and overall wellness. As nutrition professionals, we can be that advocate for our patients/clients. Most of us know someone who has been touched…
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Everyone needs an advocate for their health and overall wellness. As nutrition professionals, we can be that advocate for our patients/clients. Most…
Find Your Role in Stroke Prevention in Honor of World Stroke Day
World Stroke Day is an initiative that seeks to educate the general public on strokes and currently available preventative techniques and guidelines. Experts are branding current world stroke incidence as…
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World Stroke Day is an initiative that seeks to educate the general public on strokes and currently available preventative techniques and guidelines.…
Be an Advocate During Vegetarian Awareness Month
From taking part in ‘meatless Mondays,’ to adopting a more plant-based diet, partaking in Vegetarian Awareness month can teach people about the influence diet has on overall well-being. Vegetarian diets…
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From taking part in ‘meatless Mondays,’ to adopting a more plant-based diet, partaking in Vegetarian Awareness month can teach people about the…
Explore the Link Between Diet, Screenings and Breast Cancer Prevention
October is the time to rally women across the nation and raise awareness of breast cancer prevention. As a nutrition professional, you are undoubtedly already teaching people the importance of…
Read MoreExplore the Link Between Diet, Screenings and Breast Cancer Prevention
October is the time to rally women across the nation and raise awareness of breast cancer prevention. As a nutrition professional, you…
Becky’s Note for September
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, an observance that is near and dear to my heart. This yearly event not only raises awareness of Alzheimer’s, but also combats the stigma around…
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September is World Alzheimer’s Month, an observance that is near and dear to my heart. This yearly event not only raises awareness…
September is “Fruits and Veggies – More Matters” Month
It’s time to grab your shopping cart and head to the produce section, because September is National Fruits and Veggies Month! Dedicated to the many plant foods that we all…
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It’s time to grab your shopping cart and head to the produce section, because September is National Fruits and Veggies Month! Dedicated…
Latest COVID-19 Updates for September
Information related to COVID-19 is rapidly evolving in the wake of the Delta variant surge, forcing many essential service personnel to monitor developments regularly. Our role at Becky Dorner &…
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Information related to COVID-19 is rapidly evolving in the wake of the Delta variant surge, forcing many essential service personnel to monitor…
World Alzheimer’s Month 2021
World Alzheimer’s Month takes place each September, with World Alzheimer’s day taking center stage on September 21 of each year. This yearly event not only raises awareness of Alzheimer’s, but…
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World Alzheimer’s Month takes place each September, with World Alzheimer’s day taking center stage on September 21 of each year. This yearly…
Becky’s Note for August
This month I’m sharing resources related to a few very important observations for August: Kids Eat Right Month, National Breastfeeding Month and World Humanitarian Day. But in order to spread…
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This month I’m sharing resources related to a few very important observations for August: Kids Eat Right Month, National Breastfeeding Month and…
Kids Eat Right Month and National Breastfeeding Month
Kids Eat Right Month is a national initiative to raise awareness about the importance of good nutrition for children and teaching children healthy eating habits that they will use all…
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Kids Eat Right Month is a national initiative to raise awareness about the importance of good nutrition for children and teaching children…
A Salute to Humanitarians, Including Those Who Work with Food Insecurity
Today there is an even greater need for humanitarian aid than ever before. A global pandemic, climate change, and the fallout from conflict around the globe has left many people…
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Today there is an even greater need for humanitarian aid than ever before. A global pandemic, climate change, and the fallout from…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
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
This course covers a large amount of information that is tailored to the RDN. It requires the learner to understand the basics of T1D, which many nutrition professionals have limited knowledge regarding this topic.
A Comprehensive Review: Managing Type 1 Diabetes Self-Study Course
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES
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
BD&A is the best CPE provider! Their courses and webinars are top notch and so is their customer service!
Best CPE Provider
Suzie Dorner, RN, MSN, CCRN
With the growth of continuing care retirement communities, nursing homes and other long term care communities, employment opportunities will expand for nutrition professionals. Weight loss is a frequent problem within this market and this course provides information that will benefit RDNs and…
Change in Body Size and Mortality Among Healthy Older Adults
B. Burgin Ross, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND
Becky Dorner & Associates, Inc. programs are well written and make learning effective and applicable to clinical practice.
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, RDN, FAND
Use of cannabis, medically and for recreational use, continues to be a thriving industry. This course presents the topic from the perspective of a dietitian looking to learn more about this substance and health implications with cannabis use. The case study provides…
Cardiovascular Health: Medical Marijuana & Recreational Cannabis Use
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
The required reading is an excellent choice for a CPE program for RDNs and NDTRs because the population of focus often faces increased risk for complications, including infections, and it is critical for RDNs and NDTRs to be aligned with other health…
Considerations for Diabetes Management for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Course
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP
This CPE program expands the knowledge base of RDNs to acknowledge that weight loss is far more complex than what we tend to recommend.
Carbohydrate-Insulin Model: One Perspective on the Obesity Epidemic
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDE
The required reading includes sections on disease process, treatment and nutritional intervention, patient education, and some summaries of the Nutrition Care Process. The self study course is easy to interpret and understand while reflecting various disease processes that the RDN might encounter…
Guidelines for Clinical Nutrition Care: Essential Information for Nutrition Professionals
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