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Oncology Nutrition DPG

The Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group or ON DPG is a dietetic practice group of the Academy with over 2000 members. The practice of oncology nutrition covers research, prevention, treatment, recovery, palliative care, and hospice. Members work in clinical, public health, education, and research settings.

Why Join ON DPG?

The ON DPG provides dietetic professionals with resources and networking opportunities to deal with the complexities of oncology practice.

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Discussion Board

Megaphone

Discussion Board

Network with our membership group. Ask questions to peers and review past questions on a variety of topics from workflow, screening, to assessment and more. It's one of our most popular benefits!
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Oncology Nutrition Symposium

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Oncology Nutrition Symposium

Admission is discounted for members. The symposium is held every year as an in-person event in even years and a virtual event in odd years. It includes breakout and poster sessions as well as expert speakers on exciting current topics in oncology nutrition.
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Webinars

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Webinars

Get continuing education credits about current oncology nutrition topics. Check our store for past webinars to watch and earn CEUs. Many past webinars are free for ON-DPG members!
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Practice Resources

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Practice Resources

Oncology Nutrition for Clinical Practice (second edition) is the premier resource for the oncology dietitian. It's also available as an eBook. Be sure to check our Oncology Nutrition: Educational Handouts and Resources, which is designed as a companion to the ONCP book (second edition).

(Please note, there is an additional fee for these resources, but they are discounted for members.)

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Sub-Groups

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Sub-Groups

BMT-CT and Pediatric Sub-Groups connect dietitians within those specialties for networking and resources.
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Mentorship Program

Documents

Mentorship Program

Get support, guidance, and information as a new oncology nutrition dietitian or if you wish to increase their depth and breadth of knowledge to improve your patient care.

Executive Leadership Team

Name Position
Tracy Vanessa de Leon, RD Chair
Monica L. Bojko, MS, RD, CSO, LDN Chair-elect
Lauren A. Fay, MPH, RD-AP, CSO, CNSC Past Chair
Joy R. Heimgartner, MS, RD, CSO, LD CNSC Secretary
Kelly M. Dunn, RDN, CSO, LD, CNSC Treasurer
Kristina D. Thomopoulos-Titomihelakis, PhD, MS, RD, CSO Nominating Committee Chair

Membership questions? We're here to help

Our Member Service Center offers prompt support for questions on membership, benefits, products, services or any other dietetics-related topics. Call or email us for personalized assistance. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Central time).
Phone: 800-877-1600, Option 1
International Phone: +1-312-899-0040, Option 1
Email: DPGMIGrelations@eatright.org

Oncology Nutrition DPG

Optimizing the health of persons with cancer and cancer survivors and contributing to cancer prevention efforts through food and nutrition.