Experiences and perceptions of dietitians for obesity management: a general practice qualitative study.

Sally AbbottH M ParrettiS Greenfield

Published in: Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association (2021)

GPHCPs perceived that embedding a dietitian within their general practice team would be valuable and beneficial for obesity management. Our findings provide support for the funding of general practice dietitian roles in the UK.

Keyphrases

general practice
primary care
insulin resistance
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
type diabetes
mental health
weight gain
high fat diet induced
healthcare
palliative care
physical activity
depressive symptoms
social support
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle