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The European Federation of the Association of Dietitians (EFAD) has demonstrated that dietetic training varies across Europe; Dietetic University courses range from 2-5 years with several courses not at BSc level. The EDTNA/ERCA EPD has highlighted the lack of dietitians in renal units across Europe. Additionally, there is also a discrepancy in the level of knowledge and skills of European renal nutrition advisors. This diversity in knowledge and expertise has a negative impact in quality of care and often is linked with poor clinical results.

As a result, EDTNA/ERCA Nutrition consultant main aims are:

1. To enhance European professionals’ knowledge in renal nutrition for an effective performance to successfully influence patients outcomes
2. To collaborate with Education board on developing nutrition competencies standards across nursing and dietetic practices to provide the framework for improvement in clinical care
3. To develop competency-based training for an effective performance in the workforce to ensure a high quality clinical practice
4. To work collaboratively with other international agencies in key areas where there is a lack of standards

This is a newly created post that will start on the above plans by running;
An update session on phosphate management for this coming conference.

The above aims are the result of involvement with other agencies but I am also interested in hearing from any European professional with an interest in nutrition for collaborative work.

To review the list of publications and resources developed by the Nutrition Interest Group click here.

If you have any questions or suggestions for the Nutrition Interest Group please contact Ione Ashurst.