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Supporting patient care through nutritious meal preparation, appropriate dietary support, and coordinated food services throughout the hospital.
The Dietary Department at Nazarenus Hospital supports patient care by preparing and providing meals that contribute to proper nutrition during hospitalization.
Our team works with the patient’s healthcare providers to help ensure that meals are appropriate to the patient’s dietary needs and medical care plan.
Beyond meal preparation, the department helps promote safe food handling, proper nutrition, and dependable food service for patients throughout their hospital stay.
Preparation and distribution of meals for admitted patients based on appropriate hospital meal plans.
Meal preparation according to dietary instructions recommended as part of the patient's medical care.
Coordination of meal schedules and dietary requirements with nursing and other healthcare teams.
Careful preparation, handling, and storage of food to support cleanliness, safety, and quality throughout hospital food service.
Good nutrition can play an important role during treatment and recovery. The Dietary Department works alongside the healthcare team to support the nutritional needs of patients during their hospital stay.
Patients may receive specific dietary instructions depending on their medical condition, treatment, and recommendations from their attending healthcare professionals.
Patients and families are encouraged to inform the healthcare team about any known food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other relevant nutritional concerns.
Dietary requirements are generally based on the patient’s medical condition and instructions from the attending healthcare team. Inform your nurse or physician if you have specific dietary concerns.
Patients should inform their healthcare team about known food allergies or intolerances so the appropriate information can be communicated to the Dietary Department.
Patients and families should first check with the attending healthcare team before bringing outside food, especially when the patient has dietary restrictions or a prescribed meal plan.
Patients or family members may speak with the assigned nurse regarding meal concerns so they can be properly coordinated with the Dietary Department.
Contact Nazarenus Hospital for questions about patient services, hospital accommodations, dietary concerns, and other information you may need during your stay.