Perceptions and Utilization of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Multiple Sclerosis Care: A Pilot Survey of Multidisciplinary Providers.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) are allied healthcare professionals who can help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) incorporate healthy eating, but little is known about their involvement in MS care. Thus, the objective of this survey was to investigate the perceptions and utilization of RDNs in MS care among multidisciplinary MS providers in the United States and Canada.

Methods

An online survey was disseminated via the Consortium of MS Centers email listserv and MS-specific scientific conferences. The survey queried practitioner type, RDN referrals, the perceived benefits of RDNs in MS care, and the proportion of their patients who follow 'MS diets' or have nutrition-related issues. Reasons for or against RDN referral and beneficial resourc

SUBMITTER: Wills O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11820319 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature