Ms Jillian Dimock BSc MNutDiet PgC PaedNutDiet – Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).
Jillian is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and member of ASCIA’s Dietitian executive committee, contributing to the development of ASCIAs Food allergy and intolerance course and new Food allergy Dietitian credentialling course.
Jillian has over 25 years’ experience as a Dietitian in tertiary hospitals and later private practice settings and consults with the early childhood sector in a health promotion role. She has been part of the Compass team since 2014 and enjoys collaborating with specialists and the nursing team in the allergy space. Her passion for paediatrics expanded into the food allergy space after her youngest son developed Non IgE mediated cow’s milk protein allergy.
Jillian also works closely with Paediatric Gastroenterologists helping to manage complex food allergic patients, EoE, micronutrient deficiencies, new coeliac diagnoses, disaccharide deficiencies, functional dyspepsia and chronic constipation.
In addition to food allergy Jillian also consults with;
General pediatrics
- Faltering growth
- Iron deficiency
- Fussy eating and problem feeders in collaboration with Speech/Occupational feeding therapists
- Constipation and encopresis
- Functional dyspepsia
Adults
- EoE
- IBS – 75% of patients have symptom improvement on the 4-week low fodmap diet trial, and then are challenged with 6 fodmap types to identify specific triggers to enable diet liberalisation. Support to move away from diet restriction is key as fodmaps are our major prebiotic source. Functional gut disorders often need multi-faceted management including clinically proven gut-directed hypnotherapy or psychology, correct fibre-type supplementation and an emerging role for digestive enzymes. Medical assessment for IBD, coeliac, endometriosis and bowel cancer are recommended prior to diet trial.
- Food intolerance – short-term (4-6weeks) diet elimination may be indicated, followed by reintroduction IF improvement. In some cases, the Dietitian’s role is to solely support patients through clear trials to liberalise the diet and avoid further restriction. Disordered eating is more common in food intolerant patients and where needed referral to an eating disorder team is indicated.
Mealtimes, grocery shopping and eating out are not straight forward for many children and families. With differing information available online, in the media and within our social networks, it is often difficult for patients to follow a single plan with confidence. Jillian’s approach is based on best practice, individual family’s needs and is empathetic and non-judgmental.
No formal referral is needed for patients to book in to see Jillian. They can either utilise private health extras cover or a GP arranged Chronic health team care arrangement for a Medicare rebate.
Lena James RN: BN, GCEmNurs, PC Allergy Nursing, MNurs (NP- allergy and immunology)
Lena is an allergy and eczema nurse practitioner. She has over 9 years’ experience educating and caring for a diverse range of patients at Compass Immunology Clinics and has a special interest in eczema and allergic rhinitis.
Lena is passionate about supporting and empowering her patients to effectively manage their allergy and immunology conditions, involving patients in their individualized and evidence-based care. She works closely with the Allergists and Immunologists at Compass Immunology and can refer patients as required.
A referral is not required to book an appointment with Lena, and Medicare rebates are available.
Ms Jessica Hajdu, Paediatric Speech Pathologist and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Jessica completed her Bachelor of Speech Pathology at the University of Queensland. She has worked in paediatric Speech Pathology roles supporting newborns, toddlers, children and teens in homes, clinics and hospital settings in Brisbane and in the UK for over 10 years.
Jessica is most passionate about supporting children who are late talkers and children who have difficulty eating and drinking. It was this passion for working in feeding that led Jessica to become certified as an IBCLC. This unique combination of knowledge and experience as a Speech Pathologist and an IBCLC enables Jessica to provide a holistic service to support children of varying ages with complex feeding difficulties.
Jessica enjoys spending time in her garden and planning her next adventure, whether that is a hike nearby, or an overseas trip.
Ms Sabrina Yang B. Psy (Honours). M. Psy (Edu & Dev). GradCert. Bereavement Counselling & Intervention – Educational and Developmental Psychologist
Sabrina Yang is a Brisbane based Educational and Developmental Psychologist who has worked with children and adults of all ages for more than 10 years. Sabrina has practiced across a range of settings including public hospitals (Children, Maternity, and Adult), private clinics, and education. She is experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan in managing a range of emotional and psychological concerns.
Sabrina’s therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative and evidence-based. She predominantly utilises interventions based on cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based intervention, brief psychotherapy, strength based approach, to support her patients to reach their individual goals.