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Nutrition and Dietetics

Department of Nutrition and Dietetics

Nobles Hospital

Strang

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4RJ

Telephone:+44 1624 650865 / 650870

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Registered Dietitians (RDs) are the only qualified health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat diet and nutrition problems at an individual and wider public health level. Uniquely, Dietitians use the most up to date public health and scientific research on food, health and disease, which they translate into practical guidance to enable people to make appropriate lifestyle and food choices. The title Dietitian can only be used by those appropriately trained professionals who have registered with the Health Care Professions Council and whose details are on the HCPC's website.

Our department accepts referrals from all healthcare professionals and self referral for adults experiencing clinically significant unexplained weight loss (look at our self referral tool below). We only accept referrals from medical doctors and specialist nurses for specialist conditions such as inflammatory bowel conditions, diabetes, liver problems and for children under the age of 16.

Our team is made up of Dietitians, Nutrition Nurses, a Dietetic Support Worker and our administration team. Between us, we cover all the wards at Nobles Hospital, Manananan court and Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital, as well as providing care to Mental Health, Diabetes, Renal and Cancer services. We hold a number of outpatient clinics for adults each week at various locations. The Paediatric Dietetic clinics are held in Women’s and Children's Outpatient Department. We can offer home visits in certain circumstances and provide a service to all care and residential homes island wide.

Self-referral for unexpected weight loss in adults

If you are unexpectedly losing weight and would like some advice to help with this please fill in our self-referral form. We'll take a look at the information and assess the risk of malnutrition. We'll either send you some self-help information or offer you an appointment with the Dietitian. Please note we cannot accept self-referrals for other conditions or for children as we require a full medical history from your managing healthcare professional.

Dietetic clinics

Clinics are run at multiple locations including Ramsey District Cottage Hospital, and locations in the south of the Island. Specialised Clinical areas such as Renal Conditions, Diabetes, Paediatrics and Gastroenterology are run from Nobles Hospital.

The service is unavailable during weekends and bank holidays, outside of these hours please contact your GP or MEDS if needed or leave a message on our answer machine and we will endeavour to return your call within 1-2 working days.

Weight management

Manx Care does not currently have a weight management service, therefore we cannot accept referrals for weight management. Below are some credible apps that you may find useful if you are trying to improve your lifestyle and lose weight. Your GP or Practice Nurse could also refer you to the Healthy 4 Life Scheme on Island if you are keen to increase your activity levels.

NHS Food scanner app 

Nhs Food Scanner App LogoStart finding healthier swaps today! 

Download the NHS Food scanner app on the Apple Store.

Get the NHS Food scanner app on Google Play.

Couch to 5K app

Nhs Couch To 5K App LogoA running app for absolute beginners.

Download the Couch to 5K app on the Apple Store.

Get the Couch to 5K app on Google Play.

Drink free days app

Nhs Drink Free Days App LogoFor the days you don't want to drink alcohol. 

Download the Drink free days app on the Apple Store.

Get the Drink free days app on Google Play.

BMI calculator

Nhs Bmi Calculator LogoTo check your body mass index (BMI).

Calculate your BMI.


NHS Weight loss plan

Nhs Weight Loss Plan App LogoA 12-week plan to help you lose weight. 

Download the NHS Weight loss plan app on the Apple Store.

Get the NHS Weight loss plan app on Google Play.

Active 10 app

Nhs Active 10 App LogoTrack and build up your daily walks - start with 10 minutes evey day!

Download the Active 10 app on the Apple Store.

Get the Active 10 app on Google Play.

NHS Quit smoking app 

Nhs Quit Smoking App LogoDaily support to help you quit smoking and start breathing easier. 

Download the NHS Quit smoking app on the Apple Store.

Get the NHS Quit smoking app on Google Play.

How are you? quiz

Nhs How Are You Quiz LogoGet tips on looking after your health. 

Take the how are you quiz. 


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