About me
- I am a very experienced doctor and practising NHS Paediatrician
- My special interests are in general child health, development, behaviour, brain health, growth and weight.
- I am a registered naturopathic Nutritional Therapist & Functional Medicine practitioner working in private Children's multidisciplinary clinics
- I support all aspects of Child Health & Nutrition from birth onwards. I also support many teens and young adults.
- I support women for prenatal & pregnancy nutrition, support Mother and Baby health & nutrition, including Postnatal health and breastfeeding.
- I have a special interest in supporting neurodiversity and brain development.
- I also have a special interest in vegan and vegetarian nutrition.
- I regularly lecture and speak at events and workshops for both professionals and public. I also give online talks and teach webinars/seminars.
- I am involved in the promotion of Lifestyle Medicine in the medical profession.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Qualified Medical Doctor (GMC registered since 1993)
- Specialist NHS Paediatrician (Member of Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health 1999)
- Diploma in Nutritional Therapy (College of Naturopathic Medicine 2012)
Full member of the British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT)
Registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) - Functional Medicine Practitioner (AFMCP 2018)
-Running my own Health Via Nutrition Clinics since over 10 years
-Podcast recorded with Dr Rangan Chatterjee:
https://drchatterjee.com/episode-9-childhood-obesity-fussy-eating-dr-venita-patel/
Member organisations
The CNHC encompasses many types of alternative therapy, including massage, aromatherapy and nutrition.
In order to be admitted to the register a practitioner must have studied to the National Occupational Standards for that profession/discipline, or have reached the equivalent of the National Occupational Standards through other relevant training or at least three years of experience and been assessed by their peers.
A practitioner must also have professional insurance and agree to abide by the CNHC Code of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
The British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy is the professional body for Nutritional Therapists. There are different BANT membership classes, including Full Member, Fellow Member and Student Member. All BANT practitioners must have met the required standards of training, be fully insured and adhere to the BANT Code of Ethics and Practice.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Nutrition topics
info Information about health conditions (*)
Nutritional therapy can help enhance the well-being of individuals diagnosed with serious medical conditions, but should not take the place of medical treatment and advice. If you have been diagnosed with - or suspect you may have - any of these conditions, please speak to your doctor before starting nutritional therapy or making any major changes to your diet or lifestyle.
Fees
£155.00 - £355.00
Additional information
Optional Pre-consultation 15 minute call (£20)
- Initial Consultation plus Plan/test organisation (60-90 minutes)
- Follow Up Consultation plus updated plan (50-60 minutes)
Video and Telephone Consultations are also available
When I work
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I run Face to Face clinics in West London on Tuesdays
There are virtual consultations available on other days
Further information
I work in two dedicated Children's clinics with a warm and welcoming environment, alongside other children's therapists and practitioners.
I have worked as a doctor in child health for over 25 years, and also have my own children, so I find it easy to gain rapport with children and young people of all ages. I have developed an intuitive sense of how to approach child health and wellbeing concerns, and always establish an empathic relationship with parents.
In the UK Nutritional therapists are not specifically trained to work with children and families, so my skills are unique in this field.
