Fellowship in Clinical Nutrition
Eligibility
- MBBS / MD / MS / DNB / DMRD / DCH
Duration
- 1 Year
Course Objective
The primary objective of a fellowship in Clinical Nutrition is to provide advanced training in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of nutrition-related conditions. Fellows will gain experience in nutrition counseling and education, weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and enteral and parenteral nutrition. Fellows will also gain experience in the application of the most current guidelines and standards of care for nutrition-related conditions. Fellows will learn about advanced nutrition assessment tools, nutrition-focused physical examination, and medical nutrition therapy. They will also gain experience in teaching medical students and residents, and developing skills in clinical leadership, communication, and teamwork.
Course Description
- Advanced training in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of nutrition-related conditions.
- Experience in nutrition counseling and education, weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and enteral and parenteral nutrition.
- Knowledge of the most current guidelines and standards of care for nutrition-related conditions.
- Exposure to advanced nutrition assessment tools, nutrition-focused physical examination, and medical nutrition therapy.
Career Opportunities
A fellowship course in clinical nutrition can help doctors gain an in–depth understanding of the principles of nutrition and how it applies to patient care. The course will teach doctors how to assess a patient‘s nutritional status, interpret laboratory results, and create individualized nutrition plans. It will also help doctors understand the relationship between nutrition and health, and how to provide nutrition counseling to patients with various conditions. Additionally, a fellowship course in clinical nutrition can provide the opportunity to develop expertise in nutrition–related research and practice.
Fee Structure
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