Dietetics & Nutrition

Our registered dietitians offer tailored, science-based strategies to help you manage symptoms and feel your best - especially when your gut health needs extra care.

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Nutrition Support for Digestive Health

Nutrition plays a vital role in how you feel day to day, especially if you're living with a digestive condition or recovering from surgery. Our consultant dietitians are qualified and registered health professionals with specialist expertise in gastrointestinal health. Backed by science and delivered with care, they work alongside you to understand your individual needs and develop a realistic plan that supports your health goals.

Specialist Advice for Digestive Conditions

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Our Intus dietitians focus on helping you manage the impact of digestive disorders or surgical changes on your diet. Whether you're dealing with coeliac disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), food intolerances, or post-surgical adjustments, we provide clear, practical advice tailored to your lifestyle.

Your consultation includes a detailed nutritional assessment, and your dietitian will equip you with personalised tools to improve your symptoms, support your recovery, and promote long-term gut health.

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Individualised Plans, Backed by Science

During your consultation, your dietitian will take the time to understand your symptoms, challenges, and goals.

From there, they’ll work with you to build an achievable plan that supports your condition and improves your overall wellbeing.

You’ll leave your appointment feeling informed, empowered, and supported with strategies that make a difference.

Accessible Care, Closer to Home

Our dietitians are available in multiple Intus clinic locations across the South Island, including Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown and Wānaka. We make it easy to access specialist care where and when you need it, with the option to self-refer or speak to your GP about a referral to Intus.

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Dr Stephanie Brown

Registered Dietitian

Canadian-born and New Zealand-based since 2002, I love the outdoors, gardening, and cooking - simple joys that ground my work in health and wellbeing.

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Nicky McCarthy

Registered Dietitian

Nicky is a New Zealand Registered Dietitian. Since completing dietetic training in 2003, Nicky has worked in a variety of public and private healthcare settings around NZ. She worked for 10 years as a rural generalist dietitian based at Dunstan and Queenstown hospitals and is experienced in working with people of all ages with a wide range of health conditions.

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