Clinical Nutrition

Clinical Nutrition at Amrita Hospital, Kochi, is a pioneering department with a rich history spanning 25 years. Our journey commenced in 1998 with a team of 6 dedicated dieticians, and today, we stand proud as a robust multidisciplinary team of 16 professionals. We take pride in being the first in the country to establish a ketogenic diet clinic, equipped with a multidisciplinary team.

The department's evolution over the past 25 years mirrors our commitment to enhancing patient well-being through nutritional care. What began as a modest diet kitchen has transformed into a comprehensive department intricately connected with major departments at the hospital. Our team passionately provides counseling and personalized diet charts to both outpatients and inpatients, ensuring their holistic health.

We firmly believe that good nutrition is fundamental to good health and disease prevention. Our dedicated dietitians collaborate with medical, nursing, and surgical departments to offer evidence-based nutrition advice across various specialties, including critical care, neurology, cardiology, endocrinology, digestive diseases, oncology, pediatrics, transplants and many more.

• An Inborn error of metabolism was cured in 4 weeks of dietary treatment alone. Inborn errors of metabolism are a heterogeneous group of disorders that may be inherited or may occur as the result of spontaneous mutations. These diseases involve failure of the metabolic pathways involved in either the break-down or storage of carbohydrates, fatty acids, and proteins
• Only college in Kerala to run a clinical department in a teaching hospital and second in India

• Ketogenic Diet clinic: With 15-year legacy of specialized care, our dedicated team, including experts in neurology, dietetics, medical social work, pharmacists, clinical pharmacologists, and researchers, collaborates seamlessly to provide comprehensive support. Over the years, we have successfully treated 400 patients, showcasing our commitment to excellence in ketogenic therapies.
• Multidisciplinary approach: Our multidisciplinary approach extends to departments such as Medicine, Surgery, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, GI Surgery, Pediatric Neurology, Adult Neurology, Pulmonology, ICU, Transplant Unit, Cardiology, and Oncology. Our expert team tailors custom diet charts based on patient reports, creating individualized plans to optimize health outcomes.

Dedicated Diet and Lifestyle Consultation services at our Outpatient Department, including follow-up sessions for continuous support.  

Outpatient Counseling:

Tailored nutrition guidance is offered to our patients, ensuring personalized support for their dietary needs. Visual aids such as food models and charts are utilized to enhance the effectiveness of our counseling sessions. Following each consultation, patients receive a customized diet plan to help them navigate their nutritional journey. We actively promote regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress and provide ongoing support.

Diet Planning:

Personalized diet plans meticulously crafted to meet your specific health goals and dietary preferences.

Online Consultation:

Contact us to schedule appointments and consult with doctors online from anywhere through our convenient online consultation services.  

Contact No: 0484 285 3440

Mail ID: [email protected] 

• Expertise: With over 25 years of dedicated service, our multidisciplinary team brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to every consultation, ensuring expert guidance and support. 
• Innovation: Continually pushing boundaries in the field of nutritional therapy, we offer innovative solutions such as specialized clinics, providing cutting-edge care to meet the evolving needs of our patients.
• Compassionate Care: Our approach goes beyond traditional healthcare; we provide personalized and empathetic care, empowering patients to make sustainable lifestyle changes for improved health and well-being.

• Personalized Nutrition Counseling: Our experienced dietitians provide tailored guidance, utilizing visual aids to ensure clear understanding and effective implementation of dietary recommendations.
• Specialized Clinics: As pioneers in nutritional therapy, we host the country's first ketogenic diet clinic, providing comprehensive support tailored specifically for individuals with neurological conditions. 
• Collaborative Care: We work closely with various hospital departments, offering evidence-based nutrition advice across specialties, ensuring holistic and integrated care for our patients.

A comprehensive array of clinical nutrition services at Amrita Hospital, Kochi, with our dedicated team of dieticians is committed to enhancing your well-being through personalized and expert nutritional care. 

• Nutritional Screening:
  Ensure your nutritional needs are addressed through nutritional screening process, identifying specific areas because every individual need customized plan according to their health status.
• Nutrition Assessment:
  Personalized nutrition assessments are designed to understand your unique dietary requirements, providing a foundation for tailored interventions.
• Patient Diet Service:
  Specialized diet services catered to your condition, ensuring optimal nutritional support during your hospital stay. 
• Diet Consultation and Follow-Up Activities:
  Consultations with our expert dieticians, supported by ongoing follow-up activities to monitor and adjust your dietary plan as needed.

Rooted in compassionate care and inclusivity, we believe that everyone, regardless of their background or means, deserves access to high-quality health services, with nutrition serving as a powerful tool for healing. Our mission extends beyond treatment to encompass promoting wellness and disease prevention through the transformative power of personalized and empathetic care, with a focus on the curative potential of good and proper nutrition. We are dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about their health, recognizing that nutritious food can be a cornerstone of their healing journey. Through continuous support and education, we strive to foster lasting changes that enhance the well-being of all our patients, harnessing the therapeutic benefits of nutrition to promote healing and vitality.

• B.Sc. (Hons) Food Science and Nutrition 
• M.Sc Clinical Nutrition and Food Science
• Ph.D Programs  

Internship Programs 

• Registered Dietitian training 
• University Internships (15 days, 1 month, 45 days, 3 months and 6 months)
• Research Internship 

• Oncology Nutrition:
  Customized diet plans for cancer/chemotherapy patients, minimizing after-effects of treatment. 
• Paediatric Nutrition:
  Guideline-based nutritional support for children in the PICU, post-transplant cases, and other pediatric treatments.
• Critical Care Nutrition:
  Collaborate with our dieticians and medical teams for specialized nutritional support during critical conditions, including trauma, burns, infections, respiratory disorders, and post-surgery recovery.
• Diabetic and Overweight Consultations:
  Receive personalized consultations for diabetes management and weight-related concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to your well-being.
• Swallowing Therapy Sessions:
  Collaborated with the Head and Neck department for specialized swallowing therapy sessions, enhancing the nutritional support for patients with swallow disorders. 
• Pediatric and Maternal Nutrition:
  Optimal nutritional support for both pediatric and maternal health, ensuring the well-being of both mother and child. 
• Comprehensive Health Check-Up Services:
  Nutritional assessments as a part of comprehensive health checkup. 
• Lactation Counseling Services:
  Lactation counseling services for mothers, ensuring the health and nutrition of both mother and infant. 
• Obesity Nutrition Consultation:
  Individual-specific consultations and follow-ups for obesity-related nutritional concerns.
• Bariatric Surgery Follow-Up:|
  Continuous support and guidance through our follow-up services for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
• Enteral Diet Planning and Family Education:
  Specialized diet plans and family education for specific patients requiring enteral nutrition. 

• An MOU has been signed between Clermont Auvergne in France and Amrita Hospital, Kochi, facilitating research internships for students who study there.

Anthropometry

• Body weight
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Midarm circumference (MAC)
• Triceps skin fold thickness (TSF) 

Functional tests

• Hand grip strength 

• Awareness exhibitions are organized on special health days, raising awareness about various health issues and promoting preventive measures.

   

 

• Marayoor Tribal Camp Visit 
• Wayanad Tribal Camp Visit

• Food Allergies 
• Metabolic Disorders 

Treating In born errors of Metabolism like fructosemia, galactosemia, tyrosinemia type 1, phenuletonuria, methyl malonic academia, acyl CoA Dehydrogenase, glutaric acidemia

• Diet for Fevers 
• Cancer and Immune Compromised. 
• Pediatric Nutrition 
• Geriatric Nutrition 
• Adolescent Health 

Eating Disorders, PCOD, PCOS 

• Weight Management

Treatment for weight loss, weight gain, weight control 

• Antenatal and Postnatal Care 
• Endocrine Disease 

Endocrine disorders such as Type 1, Type 2 diabetes focusing on blood sugar control, thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances, and overall metabolic health through diet and lifestyle interventions. 

• Cardiovascular Disease 

CAD, CABG, Heart failure 

• Renal Disease 

Nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis, AKI, CKD, renal transplant

• Hepatic Disease 

CLD, Cirrhosis, Liver transplant, hepatitis

• Gastrointestinal Disease 

IBD, IBS, Pancreatitis, gastritis, peptic ulcer 

• Rheumatic Disease 
• Rheumatic conditions 

Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and gout. 

• Neurological Disease 

To support brain health and cognitive function in individuals with neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. 

• Respiratory Disease 

To improve respiratory function in individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and cystic fibrosis. 

• Pre and Post-Surgical Care 
• Tube Feeding