Regional HP Clinical Update: From Plate to Joint – Evidence-Based Nutrition Strategies for Arthritis Management

Date: Thursday 10th December 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM (1 hour presentation and Q&A, 30 min optional networking and light refreshments)
Location: Dog Rock Motel, 33 Middleton Rd, Mount Clarence WA 6330
Cost: Free
CME/CPD Points: Certificates of attendance can be provided for continuing professional development purposes on request.

Meet the Presenter

Ana Orozco (APD)

Ana is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with more than 20 years of experience supporting people living with chronic health conditions. Holding a Master of Human Nutrition with a focus on chronic disease management, Ana is passionate about helping people improve their health through practical, evidence-based nutrition.

She has a particular interest in the role of nutrition in chronic conditions, and in how everyday food choices can support health, mobility, and quality of life. Ana is a strong advocate of Mediterranean-style eating patterns and enjoys helping people move away from restrictive diets towards sustainable, enjoyable ways of eating.

Through motivational interviewing, intuitive eating principles, and a compassionate, person-centred approach, Ana empowers individuals to develop realistic strategies for self-management and lasting behaviour change which allows her to provide tailored nutrition advice that meets people where they are and supports their long-term wellbeing.

Ana also has a special interest in eating disorder management, gut health and the complex relationship between nutrition, physical health and overall wellbeing.

Event Overview

Explore the role of nutrition in arthritis management, with a focus on evidence-based dietary strategies that may help support joint health, manage symptoms and improve patient wellbeing.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will be able to:

• Describe the current evidence on nutrition and its role in arthritis management.
• Identify dietary strategies that may help support joint health and manage arthritis symptoms.
• Apply evidence-based nutrition recommendations to support patient wellbeing.
• Incorpaorate practical nutrition advice into a holistic approach to arthritis care.

Who Should Attend?

This regional clinical update is suited to healthcare professionals involved in the care and management of people living with arthritis, including general practitioners, rheumatology clinicians, allied health professionals, dietitians, nurses and other healthcare providers interested in evidence-based nutrition strategies to support joint health and patient wellbeing.

Session Schedule

• 5:30 PM | 1-hour presentation
• 6:30 PM | Q&A discussion
• 7:00 PM | Session Closed

This event is free, but places are limited. Please register by 5pm Monday 7th December to secure your place. 

For any questions, please email education@arthritiswa.org.au or call 1800 011 041.