Italian ONCA Team Hosts SINPE-ASAND Webinar on Hospital Catering and Malnutrition

As part of Malnutrition Awareness Week 2024, the Italian ONCA (Optimal Nutritional Care for All) team will present a thought-provoking webinar on Thursday, November 7th, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, in collaboration with SINPE (Italian Society of Artificial Nutrition and Metabolism) and ASAND (Italian Association of Dietitians and Nutritionists). Titled “Hospital Catering as a Tool to Combat Malnutrition in Institutionalized Patients,” this webinar will explore the critical role of hospital food services in addressing malnutrition among patients in institutional settings.

The speakers for this event are two experts in nutrition and institutional care:

• Cloé Dalla Costa – a specialist in clinical nutrition, recognized for her work on improving dietary services in healthcare institutions.
• Ersilia Troiano – an expert in public health nutrition, bringing valuable insights into how hospital catering can be a powerful tool to prevent and manage malnutrition.

Key Discussion Points

The webinar will focus on how hospital catering services can go beyond basic meal provision to play a vital role in patient care. Proper nutrition in institutionalized settings is essential, particularly for vulnerable patients at risk of malnutrition due to illness, age, or long-term hospitalization. Topics to be covered include:

• Designing nutritionally balanced menus tailored to the specific needs of patients.
• The importance of quality food sourcing and preparation in promoting patient recovery.
• Personalized meal plans that address the unique dietary requirements of various patient groups, such as those with chronic diseases or post-surgical recovery needs.
• The integration of clinical nutrition with hospital catering, ensuring that patients receive meals that support their treatment and rehabilitation goals.

Why Attend?

This webinar is essential for hospital administrators, dietitians, clinical nutritionists, and healthcare providers involved in patient care. It will provide practical strategies on how hospital catering can be leveraged as a key tool in combating malnutrition, improving patient outcomes, and reducing healthcare costs related to poor nutritional management.

How to Join

Healthcare professionals, dietitians, and those interested in enhancing hospital nutrition services are encouraged to attend this informative session. Registration is available through the official SINPE website.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from experts in clinical nutrition and hospital catering during Malnutrition Awareness Week 2024. This webinar will provide actionable steps to improve patient care through enhanced food services in healthcare institutions.