Referral Information for Healthcare Professionals

Collaborative, evidence-based dietetic care on the Sunshine Coast

Eatwise Dietetics welcomes referrals from GPs, gastroenterologists, paediatricians, allergists, psychologists and other allied health professionals.

Based in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, Ingrid Kotzee is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) providing individualised nutrition care for adults, children and families.

With clinical experience across hospital, community and regional healthcare settings, Ingrid has a particular interest in gastrointestinal nutrition, food allergies and intolerances, and paediatric nutrition, alongside a broad range of general dietetic services.

Our aim is to provide practical, evidence-based nutrition care that complements medical management and supports continuity of care.

Referral Forms and Patient Information Brochures

Referral Form

Referring GPs and healthcare professionals are welcome to use our referral form or their own preferred referral template.

Information for Referrers

A downloadable resource for healthcare providers who would like to learn more about services offered by Eatwise Dietetics.

Information for Patients

A downloadable flyer to share with patients or their carers who may benefit from individualised nutrition support.

Tri-Fold Patient Brochure

A compact Tri-Fold brochure to share with patients or to display in your practice.

Please contact us if you would like a printed version or business cards.

When to Refer

Gastrointestinal Nutrition & Gut Health

Dietetic assessment and management for patients with:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including low-FODMAP dietary management where appropriate

  • Persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort and altered bowel habits

  • Coeliac disease

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

  • Chronic constipation and other gastrointestinal concerns

  • Nutritional deficiencies or dietary restrictions associated with gastrointestinal conditions

Nutrition interventions focus on symptom management, nutritional adequacy and sustainable dietary strategies, alongside appropriate medical assessment and treatment.

Food Allergies & Intolerances

Nutrition support for adults and children with:

  • Medically diagnosed food allergies

  • Multiple food allergies or complex dietary exclusions

  • Suspected food intolerances requiring dietary assessment

  • Nutritional concerns associated with elimination diets

  • Dietary management of non-IgE-mediated food allergies

  • Food reintroduction under an appropriate medical management plan

Dietetic care focuses on maintaining nutritional adequacy, supporting safe dietary exclusions and minimising unnecessary food restrictions.

Food allergy diagnosis and medical management remain with the treating medical practitioner.

Paediatric Nutrition

Family-centred dietetic support for:

  • Feeding difficulties and restricted dietary variety

  • Nutritional concerns associated with selective eating

  • Food allergies and dietary exclusions

  • Growth-related nutritional concerns

  • Nutritional deficiencies

  • Constipation and gastrointestinal conditions in children

  • Nutritional challenges associated with developmental or medical conditions

Where appropriate, care is coordinated with GPs, paediatricians, psychologists, speech pathologists and other allied health professionals.

General Dietetic Services

Eatwise Dietetics also welcomes referrals for:

  • Diabetes and blood glucose management

  • Cardiovascular health and dyslipidaemia

  • Chronic disease nutrition, including renal nutrition where appropriate

  • Malnutrition and unintentional weight loss

  • Iron and other nutritional deficiencies

  • Weight-related nutritional concerns

  • General nutrition assessment, education and meal planning

How to Refer a Patient

Patients can be referred directly by their treating healthcare professional or can self-refer and book independently.

Practice: Eatwise Dietetics

Dietitian: Ingrid Kotzee, Accredited Practising Dietitian

Location: Working alongside My Wellness Mindset, 7/74 Bulcock street, Caloundra, Sunshine Coast

Consultations: In-person and telehealth

Email: hello@eatwisedietetics.com

Referral form: Download Referral Form or other suitable referral letter.

Please include relevant medical history, diagnoses, medications, investigations, growth information where applicable, and the specific nutritional concerns requiring assessment.

For patient privacy, please use an appropriate secure clinical communication method when transmitting referrals and medical information.