MEET OUR TEAM OF GUT HEALTH DIETITIANS
Our Team
Our dietitians specialise in gut health and digestive disorders and are experienced in food allergy and intolerance management. At the heart of our philosophy, we believe that there is not one diet that suits everyone and that nutrition plans should be tailored to an individual.
Eating is not just about taste, but also how we nourish and nurture our bodies.
Louisa Stephens (MDietSc. BHlthSc.) is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and nutritionist registered with the Dietitians’ Association Australia. Louisa is an IBS Specialist Dietitian and director of Nutrition Wisdom. She has completed a Bachelor of Health Science and a Masters in Dietetics at the University of Queensland. She founded Nutrition Wisdom in 2016 with a vision to provide high-quality health and nutrition counselling to clients.
Louisa’s areas of experience include digestive health conditions including IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease IBD, diverticular disease. Louisa specialises in gut health and is passionate about how our microbiome (gut bacteria) can influence our health. She currently works alongside Gastroenterologists throughout Brisbane and Ipswich. She also provides nutrition services for women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, PCOS and Endometriosis.
Louisa has completed additional training in:
• Monash University Health Professional FODMAP course
• Nutrition Plus Nutrition for Fertility and Pregnancy
• Microba Health Professional Training
• PCOS Training Course for RDNs
Louisa is a member of the following groups and associations:
• Member of Coeliac Society Queensland.
• Member of Crohn’s and Colitis
• Associate member of Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.
Louisa is available for face-to-face appointments in Taringa, Paddington and Ipswich. She is also available for Zoom and phone appointments.
Louisa’s areas of experience include digestive health conditions including IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease IBD, diverticular disease. Louisa specialises in gut health and is passionate about how our microbiome (gut bacteria) can influence our health. She currently works alongside Gastroenterologists throughout Brisbane and Ipswich. She also provides nutrition services for women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, PCOS and Endometriosis.
Louisa has completed additional training in:
• Monash University Health Professional FODMAP course
• Nutrition Plus Nutrition for Fertility and Pregnancy
• Microba Health Professional Training
• PCOS Training Course for RDNs
Louisa is a member of the following groups and associations:
• Member of Coeliac Society Queensland.
• Member of Crohn’s and Colitis
• Associate member of Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.
Louisa is available for face-to-face appointments in Taringa, Paddington and Ipswich. She is also available for Zoom and phone appointments.
Maddy (BNutDiet, BHSc(Nut)) is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and nutritionist registered with Dietitians’ Australia. Maddy joined us after years of working alongside Gastroenterologist's in a specialist clinic. She now continues to share her knowledge and practical advice with her clients at Nutrition Wisdom.
Maddy’s areas of experience include digestive health conditions such as: IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease, IBD (Crohn's & Colitis) and optimising gut health for improved mental health and other relevant conditions. She has a special interest in weight loss surgery, PCOS, Type 2 diabetes and sustainable weight loss with a focus on helping clients to create healthy habits that serve them. Maddy has experience working with DVA, ADF and NDIS clients. She has completed additional training in:
• Gastrointestinal Nutrition for Dietitian's
• Bariatric Surgery Nutrition in Practice 1 & 2
• Psychology of eating, weight management & body image for APD
• Monash University FODMAP course
• PCOS Training Course for RDN
Maddy has a special interest in helping patients build a positive relationship with food & their bodies. She is passionate about whole-person health which considers a range of non-diet factors that can impact our health such as stress, sleep and mental health. This allows her to support her patients in making realistic and sustainable changes to their diet through practical and individualised recommendations
Kelsey Riachi (MDietSc. BExNSc.) is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and nutritionist registered with Dietitians’ Australia. Kelsey has completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences’ and Masters of Dietetics Studies at the University of Queensland.
Kelsey is passionate about helping clients build a positive relationship with food and understands that ‘one size does not fit all’. Kelsey appreciates the importance and value of working collaboratively with her clients and creates a warm and non-judgmental space in her dietetic practice. She will support your passions and goals, so you can make realistic and sustainable changes to your diet through practical and individualised recommendations.
Kelsey’s special interests include digestive health conditions including IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease, IBD, gastroparesis, diverticular disease and disordered eating. She is also trained in all areas of chronic disease management, has experience working with NDIS participants and takes on a holistic care approach with all clients. Moreover, Kelsey has a particular passion for how food, mood and gut health contribute to overall quality of life.
Outside of dietetics, Kelsey is passionate about movement and her role as a Dance Teacher and Choreographer.
Kelsey is excited to share her knowledge and passion for nutrition with all her clients at Nutrition Wisdom.
Kelsey has completed additional training in:
• Monash University Health Professional FODMAP course
• Inside Out: The Foundations of Eating Disorders
FAQs
Do I need to bring anything to my appointment?
What to complete before your appointment
Once you have made an appointment, we will send you a new patient form which we will get you to fill in online before your first appointment.
What to bring on the day
Please bring any referrals from your doctors and any relevant blood tests you have had done with you to your appointment. It is always helpful when patients bring a list of any medications or supplements they are taking as well as a food diary for the past 3-7 days.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
Dietitian Referrals
No, Dietitians do not require referrals from doctors. However, if your doctor has referred you, please bring this paperwork with you.
How many appointments will I need?
This will depend on your nutrition assessment and what you require support with. At your initial appointment, your dietitian will give you an guide as to how often you will need to be reviewed. For digestive issues and food intolerances, please allow at least 3 visits.
Do you do allergy testing?
Food Allergy Testing
Allergy testing must be conducted by a medical doctor or practice nurse so as Dietitians, we are unable to perform these tests. The Dietitians at Nutrition Wisdom do not perform allergy blood or skin prick tests however they can help you to manage any food allergy you have been diagnosed with.
Appointment Fees
Initial Assessment 45mins $160
Concession card/pension card holders $140
Review Assessment 30min $90
Concession card/pension card holders $80
We have a Hicaps terminal facility available at each of our clinic locations. Therefore we are able to offer private health fund rebates at the time of your appointment.
Do you see children?
Children’s Appointments
We see children for general nutrition issues such as introduction of solid foods, weight management and food allergies and intolerances.
Make a Dietitian Appointment
To make an appointment with one of our dietitians you can book online, email or call us. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Looking for more information? Check out our blog.
