Dr Joy Callender

Nutrition

Registered Number - 50051

Kingston , Jamaica

Experience - 25 Years

Languages - English

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Consultation Fees

JM$ 12000.00

Profile Description

Dr. Joy Callender received her PhD (Nutrition) degree from the University of the West Indies, Mona, Tropical Medicine and Research Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences and has had a private practice in nutrition for about Twenty Five (25) years. Her post-doctoral work includes training in Diabetes Education (Florida); Nutrition Policies and Programmes (Chile) and most recently Clinical Nutrition for the Oncology Patient (Florida). Her other areas of interest include Weight Management and Sports Nutrition. She presently operates the Nutrition Centre at Paisley Avenue and works as a nutrition consultant at the Radiation Oncology Centre in Kingston, and at Doctors Surgi-Centre in Montego Bay. She is also a Weight Management Coach (On-line Consultations), Healthy Lifestyle Consultant (does 'Wellness' Seminars) and a Lecturer (at an Off-shore Medical School). Dr. Callender is a member of the Nutrition and Dietetics Advisory Board at the University of Technology and is a Director on the board of the NCB Foundation. She is the author of several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is an advocate for disseminating 'healthy lifestyle' information to Jamaicans.

Specialisations

Eating Disorders
Flexibility
High cholesterol
Malnutrition
Nutrient Deficiencies
Nutrition
Obesity
Strength Training
Weight Management

Qualifications

PhD (Nutrition); RN

Research & Publications

Dr. Joy Callender has made significant contributions to the field of nutrition with 10 peer-reviewed publications. These publications reflect her dedication to advancing knowledge and understanding in the realm of nutrition and its impact on health and well-being. Through her research, Dr. Callender has contributed valuable insights and findings that have the potential to shape clinical practice and inform evidence-based approaches to nutrition counseling and interventions. Her publications serve as a testament to her expertise, commitment to research, and desire to improve the field of nutrition for the betterment of individuals' health outcomes.

Experience

• Diabetes Nutrition Consultations • Hypertension Nutrition Consultations • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Nutrition Consultations • Nutrition Consultations for Impaired Renal Function • Cancer Support Nutrition Consultations • Weight Management Program (Weight Loss and Undernutrition) • Behavior Modification Strategies for Weight Management • Nutritional Status Assessment and Evaluation • Individualized Meal Planning and Dietary Recommendations • Nutritional Counseling and Education • Meal and Snack Ideas for Healthy Eating • Customized Nutrition Plans for Specific Health Conditions • Guidance on Portion Control and Balanced Nutrition • Support for Healthy Eating During Pregnancy and Postpartum • Sports Nutrition Guidance for Athletes and Active Individuals • Nutritional Guidance for Vegetarian or Vegan Lifestyles • Management of Food Allergies and Intolerances • Collaboration with Healthcare Providers and Specialists • Follow-up and Monitoring of Nutritional Progress • Updates on Latest Nutrition Research and Guidelines. Key Health Conditions & Treatments: • Obesity • Diabetes • High Cholesterol • Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) • Food Allergies • Digestive Disorders • Malnutrition • Eating Disorders • Nutrient Deficiencies • Heart Disease • Weight Management Diet• Diabetic Diet • PCOD & PCOS Diet • Arthritis Diet • Thyroid Diet • Detox Diet • Diet For Healthy Hairs & Skin • Ketogenic Diet • Diet For Cholesterol Management • Diet For Hypertension • Diet For Heart Diseases • Prenatal & Postnatal Diet • Diet For Pregnancy& Lactating Mothers • Infant & Child Nutrition • Medical Nutrition Therapy • Diet For Pre and Post Operative Care • Diet For Nutritional Deficiencies Correction • Diet For Skin & Hair Problems • Diet For Anemia • Bridal Diet • Diet For Other Clinical Problems • Diet For Umbilical Hernia Patients • Dietary Treatment For Water Retention • Diet For Dementia • Diet For Atherosclerosis • Diet For Ovarian Cancer Patient • Diet During Chemotherapy • Diet For Stress Management • Diet For Sciatica • Diet For Vitiligo • Diet For Tendinitis • Diet Treatment For Varicose Vein • Dietary Treatment For Ulcerative Colitis Patients • Diet For Gallstones • Diet For Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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