The Private Practice Summit: From Set-Up to Scale-Up

The Private Practice Summit: From Set-Up to Scale-Up
The Private Practice Summit: From Set-Up to Scale-Up

Catch up on all the impactful content from the Dietitians Australia Private Practice Summit: From Set-Up to Scale-Up Summit on-demand and at your own pace. This virtual summit was held live in May 2026, and now you can purchase access to all the recordings plus the online learning module with this package of all the content from the full-day event.

Hear from an expert line-up of experienced private practice dietitians as they share real-world insights, strategies, and tools in this comprehensive and interactive event.

This registration page is for the full day recording package, which includes recordings from all four sessions and exclusive access to the additional online resources and case studies in the Learning Portal. Please follow the below links if you wish to register for individual session recordings only (individual session recordings do not include access to the content on the Learning Portal):

This virtual summit is brought to you by the Dietitians Australia Education Centre in collaboration with the Dietitians in the Private Sector Interest Group (2026). Dietitians Australia would like to acknowledge and thank Jodie Sheraton, Racha Slim, and Robbie Clark for their contributions to the coordination of this event.

Program schedule:

Session 1: From Idea to Income – Foundations of Private Practice
  • Starting out: pathways, common challenges, and building support networks
  • Business structures, pricing and financial sustainability
  • General overview of overcoming obstacles, future-proofing your practice, and building confidence in safe, ethical practice – including scope and referrals
  • Q&A and panel discussion

Session 2: Smarter Practice – Systems, Tech & AI
  • Designing an efficient private practice through streamlined workflows and real-world case examples
  • Maximising the value of practice management systems to improve efficiency and reduce administrative load
  • Applying AI in practice to support administrative tasks and enhance clinical workflows
  • Q&A and panel discussion

Session 3: Growth Engine – Referrals, Marketing & Client Retention
  • Developing sustainable referral pathways and strong professional networks
  • Marketing your practice effectively through clear positioning, messaging, and digital presence
  • Optimising the client journey to improve engagement, retention, and long-term outcomes
  • Q&A and panel discussion

Session 4: From Clinician to Leader – Team, HR & Burnout Prevention and Leadership
  • Scaling with intention – building your services, systems and team
  • Building your team – hiring, onboarding and creating a culture that retains great people
  • Sustainable leadership – preventing and managing burnout and supporting long-term performance
  • Q&A and panel discussion

Format: this event recording package is entirely online and self-paced.

Continuing professional development: this full-day event may be worth a total of 10 CPD hours if the learning intention aligns with your learning goals. There are 4 hours of online content in addition to 6 hours of learning through the presentation recordings.

Access details: after purchasing this recording, you will be automatically uploaded to the Learning Portal where you can access all recordings and online content. Instructions for accessing the Learning Portal will be included in the order confirmation email. You will have access to the content for 12 months from your date of purchase.

Speakers:

Chris Hughes is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with 16 years experience across both hospital and private practice settings. He has founded and grown two multi-clinician dietetic businesses and is passionate about making nutrition care accessible and practical. Chris has also developed innovative meal planning software used by health professionals called MEALZEE, and authored The Tweaking Diet. He now focuses on delivering simple, sustainable nutrition strategies that support long-term behaviour change and improved health outcomes.

Jodie Sheraton is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and business owner with over 18 years of experience in private practice. She is the Director of Optimum Intake Dietitians, Myrtle Oak Clinic, and Elevated Dietetics, where she supports clinicians to build sustainable, values-driven practices. Jodie is passionate about integrating clinical excellence with strong business systems, leadership, and team development, helping dietitians grow from start-up to scale-up while maintaining high-quality client care.

Racha Slim is the Director and Principal Dietitian at NutriBlooms with over 15 years' of experience, a multi-site private practice in Melbourne. An Accredited Practising Dietitian, she has successfully grown her business from a solo practitioner to a thriving team across multiple clinics. Racha brings practical, real-world insights into building, scaling, and sustaining a private practice, with a strong focus on systems, team growth, and financial viability. She is passionate about helping dietitians confidently navigate the transition into private practice and avoid common pitfalls.

Robbie Clark is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Exercise Scientist with over 17 years’ experience across clinical, corporate, and private practice settings. He is the Co-founder and Director of HealthBank.io, a clinical intelligence and practice management platform transforming healthcare delivery. Robbie’s multidisciplinary background has shaped his deep understanding of practitioner challenges and the role of technology in improving care. A recognised digital health advocate, educator, and speaker, he focuses on AI-driven innovation, helping practitioners streamline workflows, enhance patient outcomes, and integrate digital tools into modern healthcare.

Pricing: Dietitians Australia members: $250 | Affiliate members: $335 | Non-Members: $420

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