E221: Gina Giebner - Gastrointestinal Dietary Advice for People Living with and Beyond Cancer

Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, diet and nutrition.

Episode 221: Part of the education and workforce development series (Part 74)

Description: In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Gina Giebner, a cancer dietitian with 20+ years of specialist gastrointestinal experience and a current NHS oncology caseload. She helps people optimise nutrition before, during and after cancer treatment. This episode is a deep dive into how people living with and beyond cancer can consider diet and nutrition.

CPD Reflection Points:

How has this episode changed or developed your understanding of the role of nutrition before, during and after cancer treatment?Think about a patient you currently care for. Are there any nutritional needs, concerns or opportunities you could identify or address differently following what you have learned from this episode?What is one practical change you will make to your clinical practice to better support patients with their nutritional needs throughout cancer treatment?Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: Digital Badge Form.

Links from the Episode:

British Society of Gastroenterology practice guidance on the management of acute and chronic gastrointestinal symptoms and complications as a result of treatment for cancer The Rehab Dietitian PRDA diet sheetOnline course Rad Chat Links:

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