
Dietary Management of EoE: More Than Just Food Allergen Avoidance
Course Cost:
FREE
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Course Description
This program presented by Carina Venter, PhD, RD, begins with an overview of the prevalence and clinical presentation of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in pediatric patients. Dr. Venter then describes the evidence-based dietary therapy and nutrition management of EoE, which is outlined in nutrition guidelines publications. Dr. Venter describes the role of elemental diets in the management of EoE, including practical guidance on how to initiate these diets and support compliance for efficacy. Finally, Dr. Venter discusses the role of the microbiome in EoE and how it correlates with disease activity. Presented by Carina Venter, PhD, RD.
Course Details
Course Objectives
1. Define eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), including clinical presentation and prevalence
2. Describe evidence-based dietary therapy and nutrition management of EoE
3. Describe the role of elemental diets in the management of EoE, including practical guidance on how to initiate and support compliance
4. Discuss the role of the microbiome in EoE and how it correlates with disease activity
Original Program Date: February 17, 2022; Expiration date: May 31, 2024 Continuing Education: 1.5 CE for Nurses; 1.5 CPEU for Registered Dietitians/Registered Dietetic Technicians - CDR level: II
Steps to obtain a certificate: 1) View the course 2) Pass the test 3) Complete an evaluation
Continuing Education:
Nestlé Health Science is a Continuing Professional Education Accredited Provider with CDR, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Accredited provider number NE008. Activity Type for Dietitians: Self Study (740 Web Based) Nestlé Health Science is a Continuing Education Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider Number 11366.
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