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Many patients cannot meet their nutritional needs through standard meals alone. Fortified foods provide a practical, food-first strategy to improve intake without increasing volume. What are fortified foods? Fortified foods are everyday foods that have been enhanced with additional calories, protein, and/or nutrients to help individuals meet their…
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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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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…
Happy, Healthy, Hundred!
What does it take to make it to 100? People are living longer than ever before, and while there are many factors that go into living a long and healthy…
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What does it take to make it to 100? People are living longer than ever before, and while there are many factors…
Becky’s Note for July 2021
There’s just something about that summer sun kissing your face that puts you in a good mood! As I was doing my research to find the best news and resources…
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There’s just something about that summer sun kissing your face that puts you in a good mood! As I was doing my…
Examining the 2021 Guidelines for Stroke Prevention
2021 Guideline for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients with Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack: A Guideline from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association Nearly 800,000 people in…
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2021 Guideline for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients with Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack: A Guideline from the American Heart Association…
Get the Most Nutrition and Enjoyment Out of Your Food This Summer
This month is National Culinary Month, which sparked our creativity and got us thinking about how we can embrace the culinary arts in the prime of summer. Between learning how…
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This month is National Culinary Month, which sparked our creativity and got us thinking about how we can embrace the culinary arts…
July 2021 COVID-19 Updates
We’ve done our best to keep you updated during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we continue to keep you updated as the pandemic seems to be slowing. We…
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We’ve done our best to keep you updated during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we continue to keep you updated…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
The self study course and required reading are clear, concise and easy to read. The study questions are easily deciphered and applicable to clinical situations making this a valuable course for a practicing RDN.
The Dietitian’s Guide to Nutrition Assessment Course
Erin Allen, MS, RDN, LD
The BDA Diet and Nutrition Care Manual is the preferred reference for most SNFs providing an excellent resource for the entire interdisciplinary team. This CPE program will solidify knowledge and provide confidence for the Dietitian.
Diet and Nutrition Care Manual 2024 Simplified Edition Course
Katy Adams, MDA, RD, CSG, LD
This self-study course and the required reading provide thorough and up to date information regarding nutrition recommendations for kidney disease. The course is well-worded and relevant to the topic at hand requiring both recall of information as well as application of knowledge.
Nutrition Care for Patients with Kidney Disease
Tara Couturier, MA, RDN
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
This course is an essential program for dietitians and nutrition professionals working with clients with GI disease, specifically GERD. The required reading is a highly detailed and comprehensive clinical guideline with useful recommendations to improve the well-being of clients.
Guidance for Evaluation and Management of GERD- Short Course
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, LD
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
Every nutrition professional should take this course, as it is a comprehensive review of multiple aspects of adult nutrition! It is well referenced, covers a multitude of scenarios that are possible, and up to date with regards to practice.
Adult Malnutrition: A Comprehensive View of Diagnosis and Treatment Course
B. Burgin Ross, MS, RDN
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
This course is a good choice for dietitians working in all stages of kidney disease. The case study format utilizing the Nutrition Care Process makes the material a good review for the CSR examination.
Managing Chronic Kidney Disease with the Nutrition Care Process Course
Nadia Marzella, MS, RDN, CSR, LD
In line with the need to make behavior changes to support the planet, this course offers an excellent tool for the RDN to see the role in which food plays with this goal. As demonstrated in the course, small changes with diet…
Plate to Planet: Impact of Food Choices on the Planet course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
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