Expert Dietitian Team on the Gold Coast

Welcome to My Nutrition Clinic, where our Medicare-registered dietitians combine expertise with genuine care. From our Gold Coast locations to Australia-wide telehealth services, we specialise in aged care, chronic disease management, NDIS support, and personalised nutrition solutions.

What sets us apart is our collaborative approach to your health journey. Our close-knit team of experienced dietitians works together, sharing expertise across multiple locations while staying connected through seamless communication. Whether you visit us in person or connect via telehealth, you’ll experience the same level of dedicated, evidence-based care that has defined My Nutrition Clinic since our beginning. 

Each team member brings specialised knowledge in areas like food intolerance, eating disorders, gastrointestinal health, paediatrics, and renal care. We’re proud to be recognised by Medicare and DVA, making quality nutrition care accessible to more Australians.

Our Story: Two Decades of Trusted Nutrition Care

My Nutrition Clinic’s journey began in 2000 when founder Cherie established our Gold Coast practice with a vision for personalised nutrition care. What started as a solo practice steadily grew into a trusted name in dietetic services across Queensland.

The story took a special turn in 2016 when long-time friend and fellow dietitian Anna joined as director. Their friendship, formed during five years of university studies, had endured across continents and careers. Despite being on opposite sides of the world for 15 years, they maintained their shared passion for evidence-based nutrition care.

Under their combined leadership, My Nutrition Clinic has evolved into a Medicare, DVA and NDIS-registered practice offering comprehensive dietitian services. From our Gold Coast locations to Australia-wide telehealth consultations, we continue our commitment to accessible, client-focused nutrition care.

Cherie and Anna, founding dietitians of My Nutrition Clinic on the Gold Coast, pictured during the clinic's early days

Our Values at My Nutrition Clinic

Evidenced-based care

We are committed to providing nutrition advice backed by the latest research, ensuring clients receive credible, proven solutions for their health goals, including gut disorders, chronic pain, and weight loss.

client-centred

Clients-centred care

We value building trusting relationships with our clients, listening to their needs, and creating achievable, personalised plans for improving health outcomes, whether it’s restoring gut health, managing endometriosis symptoms, or achieving sustainable weight loss.

Inclusive care

Inclusive support

From Medicare and DVA clients to NDIS participants, we make quality nutrition care accessible to all Australians. We offer in-person and telehealth consultations to meet our clients wherever they are.

Holistic

Holistic approach

We recognize the interconnectedness of food, health, and well-being. Our values reflect a holistic approach that supports mental, physical, and emotional health through tailored nutrition solutions for issues such as mental health, PCOS, and functional gut disorders.

Living our Values

At My Nutrition Clinic, we believe that a connected team delivers better care. While we’re passionate about evidence-based nutrition, we also know the importance of creating a positive, supportive environment where our dietitians can thrive. Whether we’re brainstorming creative meal plans, celebrating client successes, or sharing a laugh during our team gatherings, our genuine connection shines through in everything we do.

Our dedicated dietitian team started small, growing over the years into a passionate group of professionals committed to delivering exceptional care. Every team member brings their unique knowledge, skills, and personality to shape the way we provide personalised dietetic care for our clients.

While we may not always be in the same room—or even the same building—we stay closely connected through regular catch-ups, team events, and collaborative meetings. These moments of connection, shown in the photos below, reflect the genuine relationships that make our team special.

We’re proud to have long-standing team members who have been with us throughout our journey, creating a stable, experienced team you can trust. Our strength lies in our shared commitment to helping clients achieve their health goals through expert nutrition advice—and having some fun along the way!

 

Meet our Dietitians

While these moments capture our team spirit, it’s our individual expertise that makes My Nutrition Clinic a trusted name in nutrition care across the Gold Coast and beyond. Each of our Medicare-registered dietitians brings specialised knowledge across areas including aged care, food intolerance, eating disorders, gastrointestinal health, paediatrics, and chronic disease management.

Below, you’ll meet each member of our caring team. Whether you’re seeking support through Medicare, DVA, or NDIS, or looking for specialised nutrition advice, you’ll find a dietitian whose expertise matches your needs. With flexible options including clinic visits, telehealth consultations, and home visits, we’re here to support your health journey.

Scroll down to learn more about our dietitians’ individual specialities, or call us at 07 5533 8866 to book your consultation with the right team member for your needs.

Anna D’Arcy

Director |  Dietitain | BHSc, M Nutr&Diet, MPH

• 25+ years experience
• Women’s Health & Menopause
• Gut Health & IBS
• Mental Health Nutrition
• Eating Disorders
 
✓ Medicare & DVA registered
✓ NDIS provider
✓ Gold Coast clinic & telehealth
⚠️ Not currently accepting new clients
Read more about Anna

Dr Cherie Hugo

Director |  Dietitain | BHSc, M Nutr&Diet, PhD

• 25+ years experience across hospital, private practiceand aged care
• PhD quantifying the value of nutrition in Aged Care
• Founder of The Lantern Alliance
 
✓Consulting to Aged Care Homes across Australia
✓ Training Aged Care professionals in Aged Care Quality Standards 
✓ Nutrition Champion development program
✓ Meal and Menu Assessments
⚠️ Not seeing clients privately. 

Aloysa Hourigan

Accedited Practising Dietitian | BSc; GDipNutDiet, PGDipCouns

30+ years experience in:
• Eating Disorders (Credentialed)
• Complex Gut Health
• Food Intolerances
 
✓ Medicare & DVA registered
✓ NDIS provider
✓ Gold Coast clinic & telehealth
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Dr Jacqui Palmer

APD, BAppSc, GDipNutDiet, PhD

Specialises in:
• Fussy Eating & Feeding Difficulties
• Child Nutrition & Development
• Sensory food issues
 
✓ Telehealth Australia-wide
✓ Medicare & NDIS registered
✓ PhD in gut health & autism
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Dr Jaimon Kelly

APD, BHSc, M Nutr&Diet, PhD

Expert in:
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
• Renal Nutrition
• Dialysis Support
 
✓ Medicare & DVA registered
✓ PhD in kidney nutrition
✓ Author of 78+ research papers
Read more about Jaimon Book an appointment

Tess Prendergast (Née Hartley)

APD, BNutDiet

Specialising in:
• Endometriosis & Hormonal Health
• Gut Health & IBS
• Chronic Pain Management
 
✓ Medicare & DVA registered
✓ NDIS registered provider
✓ Bariatric surgery support
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Alana Chaplin

Aged Care Dietitian, APD, BNutDiet

Alana Chaplin is an aged care dietitian with past experience in the hospitality and aged care carer areas. Alana brings her knowledge across the hospitality and care roles to deliver pragmatic dietetic advice to aged care homes in South East Queensland.

Linda Kilworth

Aged Care Dietitian, APD

Linda Kilworth brings over 3 decades of experience to the My Nutrition Clinic aged care dietitian team. Linda has extensive experience across aged care, food service, menu design, education and management areas.

Lisa Greedy

Aged Care Dietitian, APD, BNutDiet

Lisa Greedy is an experienced aged care dietitian with specialist knowledge around dementia and dining and food science. Lisa provides dietetic services across a number of our aged care homes from the Whitsundays down to Brisbane region.

Petra Salo

Aged Care Dietitian, APD

Petra Salo is a dietitian with a special interest in chronic disease prevention, weight management, mental health, older age nutrition and special diets such as vegetarian and vegan diets. Her goal is to bring life to the years and years to the lives of her clients. Petra provides dietetic services to a number of our South East Queensland and New South Wales sites.

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