Children's nutrition and dietetics

Our children’s nutrition and dietetic service is a citywide service supporting children, aged 0 to 15 years (19 for learning disabilities), with a wide range of nutrition and health problems.

Most of the service is offered via telephone consultations, as for many it is just as effective with the added benefits of being more flexible. However, where it is deemed clinically appropriate, support will be offered face to face in a clinic venue or with you at home.

Who’s it for?

The service supports:

• Non IgE Cow’s Milk intolerance or allergy (sometimes in combination with soya allergy or intolerance)
• Nutrition support, for example, low weight or delayed growth
• Nutrition assessment, for example, iron deficiency
• Assessment of restricted diets or eating problems
• Support for patients who tube feed and their families (including input to specialist inclusive learning centres)

We work with the family to identify the changes that are needed and support the person and any carers by providing practical and accurate information.

Referrals

We accept referrals from GPs, community paediatricians, school nurses, specialist nurses, health visitors, and allied health professionals (AHPs). Referral information can be found on Leeds Health Pathways.

On referral, the service may offer a consultation at a local clinic.

For healthcare professionals

If you are healthcare professional please visit Nutricia UK HCP e-learning