The Problem
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains one of the leading causes of death in Australia and New Zealand. Yet, many health professionals report limited training and low confidence in providing structured nutrition and lifestyle counselling for CVD risk reduction. This course has been designed to help close that gap.
The Solution
Doctors For Nutrition, an independent not-for-profit committed to evidence-based education, announces "Tackling Heart Disease in Clinical Practice" is an on‑demand, RACGP and ACRRM–approved CPD activity designed for doctors and other healthcare practitioners who want to integrate practical, evidence‑based lifestyle advice into routine care. Whether you are supporting primary prevention, secondary prevention after an event, or complex, multi‑morbid patients, this course will help you communicate dietary and lifestyle strategies via brief, effective conversations. Earn CPD points through short end-of-section quizzes and mini-reflections—no large assignments required.
Developed by Australian doctors and health experts, Tackling Heart Disease in Clinical Practice is a fully-referenced, fact-based and accessible on-demand program that covers:
Clear explanations of how diet and lifestyle impact heart health and CVD risk
Practical guidance, recipes, and resources to patients
Evidence-based information for doctors treating patients living with heart disease, at risk, or wanting to protect their health long-term
"Heart disease devastates thousands of Australian families every year, but there is hope—prevention and reversal are possible," said Rebecca Stonor, DFN's CEO. "This course empowers doctors and medical professionals to help their patients take charge of their heart health, backed by the latest nutrition science. "
There is also a 'patient-focused' program that is an excellent resource for the medical community to recommend to their patients and is a trusted companion for clinical care.
