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Derrick Ong

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven dietitian with expertise in sports nutrition and dietary counseling, Proven track record in weight management and diabetes education, utilizing anthropometric assessments to optimize patient outcomes. Adept at engaging diverse audiences and fostering healthy lifestyle changes through evidence-based strategies. Entrepreneurial and resourceful in managing a nutrition consultancy with impact on community and corporate audiences

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Locum Dietitian

Mount Alvernia Hospital
01.2014 - Current
  • Provided dietary counselling for gestational diabetes in outpatient setting
  • Assisted in menu development and auditing for institutional settings (e.g. nursing homes) to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and accommodate diverse needs of residents.
  • Provided medical nutrition therapy through enteral, parenteral and therapeutic diets to malnourished inpatients with multiple co-morbidities e.g. cancer
  • Applied anthropometric measurements to assess risk of malnutrition amongst patients

Principal Dietitian and Founder

Eat Right Nutrition Consultancy
01.2013 - Current
  • Developed specialisation in dietary management of performance nutrition and gastrointestinal disease.
  • Educated corporate and public audiences through online and face to face talks on the importance of proper nutrition for managing chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with emerging research trends in the field of dietetics.
  • Provided evidence-based and practical guidance to help clients reach their weight management goals through balanced meal planning and lifestyle changes.
  • Applied anthropometric measurements for sports nutrition clients to track changes in body composition with dietary interventions and also malnourished patients on enteral feeding in home setting

Locum Dietitian

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics
08.2010 - 01.2014
  • Provided nutrition counselling for community based patients with chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, dyslipdemia and hypertension over 3-6 months
  • Led group classes focused on promoting healthy eating habits, portion control, food preparation techniques, and grocery shopping strategies.

Clinical Dietitian

Singapore General Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2010
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
  • Used electronic medical record systems proficiently for tracking patient progress notes, orders, and other essential documentation aspects required in daily practice as a Clinical Dietitian.
  • Educated patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
  • Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma (Online) - Sports Nutrition

International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Lausanne
04-2015

Nutrition And Dietetics (Hons)

Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia
04-2008

Skills

  • Sports nutrition
  • Gastrointestinal nutrition
  • Dietary counseling
  • Weight management
  • Diabetes education
  • Clinical dietetics

Certification

  • Accredited Dietitian of Singapore (ADS)
  • Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD - Australia)
  • ISAK Level 1 and 2

Timeline

Locum Dietitian

Mount Alvernia Hospital
01.2014 - Current

Principal Dietitian and Founder

Eat Right Nutrition Consultancy
01.2013 - Current

Locum Dietitian

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics
08.2010 - 01.2014

Clinical Dietitian

Singapore General Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2010

Postgraduate Diploma (Online) - Sports Nutrition

International Olympic Committee (IOC)

Nutrition And Dietetics (Hons)

Deakin University

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