Looking for a dietitian in Newcastle? Optimum Intake provides personalised nutrition and dietetic support from our clinic in Broadmeadow, with a team of Accredited Practising Dietitians supporting individuals and families across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the surrounding region.
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Dietitian Newcastle
Whether you’re looking for help with gut health, a chronic health condition, eating concerns, children’s nutrition, disability support or simply want practical advice about food and nutrition, we’ll help connect you with a dietitian whose experience suits your needs.
Face-to-face appointments are available at our Broadmeadow clinic, with telehealth appointments also available across Newcastle and Australia-wide.
Newcastle Dietitians for Personalised Nutrition Support
There’s no single approach to nutrition that works for everyone. Our Newcastle dietitians work with people of different ages, backgrounds and health needs to provide practical, evidence-based advice that’s relevant to their individual circumstances.
Our Client Care Coordinators can also help match you with the right dietitian. You don’t need to work out which practitioner or appointment type you need before getting in touch — tell us a little about what you’re looking for help with and we’ll guide you from there.
How Our Newcastle Dietitians Can Help
Our dietitians support Newcastle clients across a broad range of nutrition and health concerns, including:
- Gut health, IBS and digestive conditions
- Eating disorders and disordered eating
- Diabetes and chronic disease management
- Weight and metabolic health
- Children’s nutrition and fussy eating
- Disability nutrition and NDIS support
- Women’s health and pregnancy nutrition
- Sports nutrition and performance
- Bariatric surgery nutrition and aftercare
- Healthy ageing and aged care nutrition
If you’re unsure which service is right for you, our Client Care Team can help match you with a Newcastle dietitian with experience relevant to your needs.
Why Choose Optimum Intake?
Optimum Intake has been supporting people across Newcastle and the Central Coast for more than 16 years.
Our larger team means we’re able to offer expertise across many different areas of nutrition rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. It also means we can focus on finding the right practitioner for each client.
With Optimum Intake you’ll have access to:
- A team of 20+ dietitians with diverse areas of experience
- Accredited Practising Dietitians providing evidence-based nutrition advice
- Face-to-face appointments in Newcastle
- Telehealth appointments when visiting the clinic isn’t practical
- Support across NDIS, Medicare, DVA, private health and CHSP where eligible
- Dietitians working across a broad range of clinical and everyday nutrition needs
Most importantly, we want nutrition support to feel practical, personal and achievable.
Our Broadmeadow Dietitian Clinic
Our Newcastle dietitian clinic is located at Level 2, 163 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292.
The clinic provides a welcoming and comfortable environment where you can talk openly with your dietitian about food, nutrition and your health.
Nutrition can be personal, and appointments aren’t about being judged on what you eat. Our dietitians take the time to understand what’s happening in your life and work with you on strategies that are realistic for you.
Located in Broadmeadow, the clinic is conveniently positioned for clients travelling from Newcastle and surrounding suburbs, as well as nearby Lake Macquarie communities.
Areas We Serve Across Newcastle
Our Broadmeadow clinic welcomes clients from throughout Newcastle and surrounding areas, including:
Broadmeadow
New Lambton
Hamilton
Merewether
Mayfield
Adamstown
Kotara
Charlestown
Lambton
Waratah
Wallsend
…and surrounding Newcastle and Lake Macquarie suburbs. You don’t need to live close to Broadmeadow to work with our team. We see clients from across the wider Newcastle and Lake Macquarie region, and telehealth appointments are available if travelling to the clinic isn’t practical.
Getting to Our Broadmeadow Clinic
You’ll find our Newcastle clinic at:
Optimum Intake Dietitians
Level 2, 163 Lambton Road
Broadmeadow NSW 2292
For detailed information about parking, building access, accessible facilities and visiting the clinic, see our Broadmeadow Accessibility page.
Accessible Newcastle Dietitian Clinic
We want clients to have the information they need before visiting our Broadmeadow clinic.
If you have mobility, sensory, communication or other accessibility requirements, our Client Care Team can help you plan your visit and discuss any adjustments that may make your appointment more comfortable.
For detailed information about accessible parking, building entry, consultation rooms, facilities and other accessibility considerations, visit our Broadmeadow Accessibility page.
Fees, Referrals and Funding
You don’t need a GP referral to make an appointment with one of our Newcastle dietitians.
If you’re eligible and would like to claim a Medicare rebate, you’ll need an appropriate referral and care plan from your GP.
Appointment fees generally range from $130 to $265, depending on the type of consultation and the level of assessment or documentation required. Optimum Intake is not a bulk-billing clinic.
Funding and rebates
Depending on your circumstances, funding or rebates may be available through:
- Medicare
- Private health insurance
- NDIS
- DVA
- CHSP
Our Client Care Team can explain the appointment options and help you understand which funding or rebate may apply before you book.
Book a Newcastle Dietitian
Ready to make an appointment?
You can book a face-to-face consultation with one of our Newcastle dietitians at our Broadmeadow clinic, or choose a telehealth appointment if you’d prefer to meet from home.
Not sure which dietitian to book? Get in touch and tell us a little about what you’re looking for help with. Our Client Care Coordinators can match you with a dietitian whose experience and approach suit your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is your Newcastle dietitian clinic?
Our Newcastle clinic is located at Level 2, 163 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292. We see clients from Broadmeadow, Hamilton, New Lambton, Merewether, Adamstown, Kotara, Mayfield, Charlestown and communities throughout Newcastle and the surrounding region.
Do I need a referral to see a dietitian in Newcastle?
No. You can book directly with Optimum Intake without a GP referral. If you would like to claim an eligible Medicare rebate, you’ll need an appropriate referral and care plan from your GP.
How do I choose the right Newcastle dietitian?
You don’t need to choose on your own. Our Client Care Coordinators can ask a few questions about what you’d like help with and recommend a dietitian whose experience suits your needs.
Can I see a Newcastle dietitian via telehealth?
Yes. Our dietitians offer telehealth appointments, so you can access nutrition support from Newcastle or the surrounding region without travelling to our Broadmeadow clinic. Telehealth appointments are also available Australia-wide.
What can your Newcastle dietitians help with?
Our Newcastle dietitians work across areas including gut health and IBS, eating disorders, diabetes and chronic disease, children’s nutrition and fussy eating, disability and NDIS support, women’s health, sports nutrition, weight concerns and bariatric care. Because our team has different areas of experience, our Client Care Coordinators can help match you with a dietitian suited to your individual needs.
Do you see clients from Lake Macquarie?
Yes. Our Broadmeadow clinic also sees clients travelling from Lake Macquarie and surrounding areas. If getting to Broadmeadow isn’t convenient, telehealth appointments are also available.
Is the Broadmeadow clinic wheelchair accessible?
NEEDS_COPY — confirmed accessibility information from the Broadmeadow Accessibility page. You can also find detailed information about parking, building access and clinic facilities on our Broadmeadow Accessibility page.