Advanced Practice Provider EoE Program (Live/Virtual) | November 2024-“Swallowing Struggles- My Life with a Diva Esophagus

“Swallowing Struggles- My Life with a Diva Esophagus - One Patient’s Experience

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The speaker discusses the approach to diet therapy for Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) in a GI practice, emphasizing a collaborative approach with various specialists. The talk covers the history of diet therapy in EOE, the importance of a nutrition assessment, and strategies for introducing diet therapy. Key points include the evolution from elemental diets to more practical two-food or single-food eliminations, guided by shared decision-making with patients. The speaker emphasizes the importance of assessing baseline diets, allergen loads, and ensuring patients are symptomatically and nutritionally ready for dietary modifications. The role of dietitians is highlighted as crucial in developing practical dietary plans and managing social and psychological aspects, such as helping patients navigate dining out and addressing potential food anxieties. Support is provided through resources like the ASGE training programs and collaborative efforts with dietetic organizations to streamline nutritional interventions for EOE patients.

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Bethany Doerfler, MS, RD, LDN

Keywords

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

diet therapy

nutrition assessment

dietitians

elemental diets

ASGE training