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Start your journey to a healthier, more vibrant you!
Our specialised services are designed to provide comprehensive nutritional support across various stages of your health journey.
From preparing for bariatric surgery and navigating post-surgery challenges, to guiding you in achieving weight stability and managing dietary needs in aged care, our expert team of registered dietitians is here to support you every step of the way.
Discover how our personalised approach can make a lasting difference in your life.
Bariatric SURGERY Nutriton
Navigate your journey with confidence
PREPARING FOR SURGERY
We’ll create a personalised pre-hab nutrition plan which focuses on establishing healthy dietary routines, improving nutrient levels in your body, and familiarising you with the nutritional foods you’ll use after surgery.
RECOVERING FROM SURGERY
We guide you through essential dietary plans while your body recovers from weight-loss (bariatric) surgery and adapts to a reduced stomach size. Your meal plans accomodate dietary intolerances, give you specific step-by-step guidance for reintroducing foods after surgery and review your vitamin and mineral blood results, tailoring vitamin supplements to meet your specific needs.
LONG-TERM SUPPORT
There are many factors that influence our food and health choices that are complex, we expect that there are periods in your life after weight loss surgery where you may struggle with eating well. We are here to support and help you through these times.Â
To see one of our Dietitians, you can either self-refer by calling our clinic or be referred from a medical professional. If you are planning to have your weight loss surgery outside of New Zealand we can provide you with pre-surgical nutritional care as well as after-care.
VIEW REQUIREMENTS
Completed 7 day food log (download here).
- Provide Health information (forms to complete supplied on appointment confirmation)
- If you had your surgery with Mark Smith at Aspiring Bariatrics & Endoscopy, your post-op nutrition care is included in your surgery care plan. This includes regular nutrition consultations, either in person or via Zoom, over the 2 years following surgery. We work closely with Mark Smith and his team to ensure the best care for your weight loss journey.

If you have had surgery overseas – copies of blood tests are helpful to maximise your session with your Dietitian. With your consent, we will liaise with your GP to arrange regular blood monitoring of your nutrient levels. 

If you have had surgery under another surgeon in NZ, ideally you provide us with their details so we can collaborate care.
Weight loss Medication
Navigate weight loss medications with our specialised nutritional support.
Starting a weight loss medciation can significantly change your appetite, eating paterns and relationship with food. While many people experience positive weight loss outcomes, it is common to encounter challenges such as nausea, reduced appetite and changes in energy levels. Difficultly meeting protein requirements can negatively affect metabolism. Our team are here to help you navigate these challenges with confidence.
We can provide you with nutrition care in our clinic or on telehealth wherever you are in NZ.
view requirements
Completed 7 day food log (download here).
- Provide Health information (forms to complete supplied on appointment confirmation)
Send us a message via our contact form to get started.
WEIGHT LOSS
Long-term weight loss requires continuous care.
If you’ve tried diet after diet and still feel like nothing sticks, you’re not alone, and it’s not a willpower problem.
Sustainable weight loss isn’t about cutting out food groups or following someone else’s meal plan; it’s about understanding your body, your habits, and your life, then building an approach that fits. Together we’ll look at what’s really going on with your eating, energy and routines, and create a personalised plan grounded in real science.Â
This is more than the number on the scale. You’ll get practical, realistic support to build habits you can keep for good, feel more confident around food, and make progress that lasts.Â
We are your biggest supporters to feel the best you can.Â
view requirements
Completed 7 day food log (download here).
- Provide Health information (forms to complete supplied on appointment confirmation)
Send us a message via our contact form to get started.
PREGNANCY NUTRITION
Pregnancy and post partum has unique nutritional requirementsÂ
Our Dietitians can support you from preparing for conception, during pregnancy through to post partum nutrition support and guidance.
Our dietitian’s are passionate about maternal health and will provide you with the right nutrition information to maintain your health and energy throughout pregnancy, ensuring optimal growth and development for your baby through to maternal nutrition for recovery after pregnancy.Â
View Requirements:
- Provide Pregnancy information (Due date, lead maternity carer, Current multivitamin regime)
- Provide Health information (forms to complete supplied on appointment confirmation)
- Completed 7 day food log (download here).
Send us a message via our contact form to get started.
DIGESTIVE HEALTHÂ
Practical nutrition strategies to manage gastrointestinal symptoms
We work with you on practical strategies for managing bloating, pain, irregular bowel habits, and food sensitivities, including guidance through the low FODMAP process, gluten-free living, and IBD-specific nutrition needs.
View Requirements:
- Completed 7 day food log (download here).
- Gastroenterologist information if you have one (reports, test, clinic letters)Â
- Provide Health information (forms to complete supplied on appointment confirmation)
Send us a message via our contact form to get started.
EXERCISE AND SPORTS NUTRITION
Nourish your body and achieve your physical activity goals
Exercising can influence appetite and fatigue levels and your dietary intake may need to be modified to manage this.
Whether you are returning to exercise after surgery, starting from scratch or training for sports events we offer exercise and sports nutrition plans so you can fuel up for exercise, recover well and achieve both your nutrition and exercise goals.
Our Dietitian’s provide nutrition solutions to keep your energy levels high, fulfil requirements of training sessions and optimise recovery for the next session.Â
View Requirements:
- Completed 7 day food and exercise log (download here).
- Provide Health information (forms to complete supplied on appointment confirmation)
aged-care nutrition
Enhance the wellbeing of elders with our dedicated nutritional services for aged care facilities.
We provide comprehensive support to foodservice and clinical staff, including menu reviews to ensure compliance with national standards.
Our Dietitians use a ‘food first’ approach liaising with Foodservice, clinical and care staff to provide nutrition care for wound healing, malnutrition, medical nutritional management, managing chronic constipation or diarrhoea and enteral feeding support. Our Dietitians work closely with foodservice and clinical staff to ensure the nutritional requirements of all residents are met including nutritionally balanced texture-modified diets and special diets.
The Aged care facilities under the care of Renovate Nutrition have monthly visits to review all residents referred through to us and regular foodservice contact.
When a resident requires Dietetic review, they are referred to our Dieitian for care, we collaborate care and liaise with the residents GP, their family, foodservice and clinical staff to provide the best nutrition care possible.
We also offer tailored nutrition education sessions designed specifically for care workers, food service, and clinical staff, ensuring that dietary needs are met with dignity and expertise.
Contact us if your Aged Care Facility requires
- Ongoing nutrition support for residents
- Menu Review to meet audit standards
- Foodservice support
- Nutrition education session to clinical, care or foodservice staff
Other Services
More Ways We Can Support You
Our team of registered dietitians offers general nutrition support for whatever stage of life or health journey you’re in. Whether you’re managing joint or bone health, recovering from an orthopaedic injury or surgery, wanting more energy and to simply feel better day to day, or preparing your body for an upcoming operation such as hiatus hernia repair, we can build a plan tailored to you.
Good nutrition plays a role in almost every health goal — from supporting healing, to building strength and stamina for everyday life. Our dietitians work with you one-on-one (in person or via Zoom) to create practical, sustainable changes that fit your routine, not the other way around.
Get in touch to find out how we can help, whatever brought you here.
FAQS
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We’ve got answers!
How long is my first consultation with my Dietitian and what can I expect?
Your first consultation is a comprehensive nutrition assessment designed to understand your health history, lifestyle, goals, and individual nutrition needs. Initial appointments typically range from 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the complexity of your situation and the level of support required.
During this session, we will explore your current and previous eating habits, medical history, lifestyle factors, energy levels, sleep, body weight, physical activity, and any nutrition-related challenges you may be experiencing. Together, we will develop a personalised nutrition plan tailored to your health goals and circumstances.
Whether you are preparing for surgery, managing a medical condition, navigating weight loss, supporting digestive health, or simply looking to improve your overall wellbeing, your Dietitian will provide practical, evidence-based guidance and ongoing support.
Follow-Up Consultations
Follow-up appointments are tailored to your needs and goals. We offer both and 60-minute consultations, allowing flexibility for ongoing support, progress reviews, accountability, education, and adjustments to your nutrition plan as needed.
Our aim is to provide the right level of support at the right time, helping you achieve sustainable, long-term health outcomes.
What are your fees?
Our fees and consultation lengths vary depending on your individual needs and the type of support you require. Get in touch with our friendly team to discuss your needs, and we can provide you with a clearer indication of the consultation length and pricing.
Are Dietitian consultations provided under insurance?
We recommend you make contact with your Insurance provider to find out if some or all of your dietetic consultation fees may be covered, we will provide a GST receipt for your Insurance provider.
Your nutrition consultation(s) require payment at your Dietitian consultation, our clinic accepts eftpos, cash or internet payment.
Do I have the same dietitian each nutrition appointment?
Our team has 3 experienced bariatric Dietitians. Face to face consultations are preferred as the consult is more organic, yet we understand the demands of daily life so our clinic offers Zoom sessions with your preferred Dietitian.
If you are booking a face to face appointment,
Kim runs our Dunedin clinics,
Laura our Central Otago clinics
Renee & Kim are the Dietitians for the Invercargill clinics.
We try our best to rebook you with your preferred Dietitian so you have continuity across your journey, however if you wish to change to another Dietitian within our practice, we are happy to book you into their zoom or in-person clinic.
Privacy - I am concerned about the privacy and confidentiality of my consultations with a Dietitian.
Our team follow the Dietitians Board Code of Ethics and Conduct and the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 to ensure your information is kept private and confidential
- Dietitians & staff respect the confidentiality and privacy of consumers
- All patient/client information is held securely and in confidence.
- Information provided by a consumer is used for the purpose it was provided for, unless the use is authorised by the consumer or as required by law.
- All consumer information is confidential after the relationship has ended.
- All client records are accurately maintained, comprehensive and current.
- No identifiable personal or health information about a consumer is disclosed without their consent, unless disclosure is required or permitted by law.
- We take all reasonable steps to respect and protect the dignity and privacy of consumers at all times.
Are the clinic rooms easily accessed? Is there parking?
Our administrator will provide you with the address and the best way to access the consult rooms at our locations. Each clinic location has an easily accessible toilet. Our Dunedin clinic, Mercy Hospital, has onsite parking. For Queenstown, Cromwell and Invercargill clinics there is on-street parking close-by.
If I am having weight loss surgery through Aspiring Bariatrics, how long is the nutrition support plan at Renovate Nutrition provided for?
Your after-care nutrition package includes a phone-call check in from your Dietitian 2 weeks after surgery and a full nutrition review at 1 month following your surgery to progress you onto your next meal plan.Â
Following this, your after-care nutrition appointments will be booked in with your Dietitian every 3 months in the first year and every 6 months in the second year.Â
If you have had surgery through another Surgeon in New Zealand or Overseas, we can design a support plan that best supports your aftercare.
You are able to book additional consultations if you feel you would benefit from more frequent consultations as per the fee schedule. Our team will be in touch when you are due for these appointments, but you are also welcome to reach out at any stage.
How often do I see my Dietitian before surgery?
How many consultations you require before surgery is dependent on your specific nutrition requirements and nutrition goals discussed in your initial consultation. As a minimum, you will need to see your Dietitian for the initial 90 minute appointment and one 30 minute pre-hab appointment closer to your surgery date.
I’m overwhelmed by the options of protein and multivitamin supplements, how do I know what to get for my after-surgery eating plan?
The multivitamin and protein supplement options can be overwhelming to choose between. Your Dietitian will cover the best options for you- everyone has different taste preferences and nutritional requirements after surgery, our team will guide you to the ones that are best for your unique needs.
We encourage you to ask your Dietitian about products you are interested in incorporating into your nutrition plan these at your consultations.
I didn’t have weight loss surgery under Mark Smith at ABLE, can I still see the Renovate Nutrition Dietitians?
Yes of course! Our team provides nutrition care and guidance for all stages of weight loss surgery.Â
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