Welcome to the Matthew’s Friends ‘Virtual’ Keto Education Day!

Prof. Helen Cross

Dr Jen Carroll, RD

Tracy Cameron, RD

Dr Anita Devlin

The Presentations

4 films from our expert Mentors:

Film 1

Professor J. Helen Cross OBE |
UCL Institute of Child Health, Great Ormond Street Hospital

• An Introduction to Ketogenic Diets for children and adults

Film 2

Dr Jen Carroll RD |
The Keto Dietitian

• Preparing the family and patient for a Ketogenic Dietary Therapy

Film 3

Tracy Cameron RD |
Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital

• An overview of Ketogenic Dietary Therapies available and supplementation

Film 4

Dr Anita Devlin |
Great North Children’s Hospital

• Side effects, monitoring and weaning a Ketogenic Diet

Who are they for?

These films are aimed at patients, families, carers and support workers. Ideal for those currently prescribed or considering a Ketogenic Dietary Therapy treatment.

Below are presentations from our expert Medical Advisory Board/International Medical Mentors, recorded at our Education Day, on topics important to families, carers and support workers who are considering a medical Ketogenic Dietary Therapy (KDT) for your child/loved one. These films are suitable for those currently prescribed or considering this treatment option. We are grateful to our speakers for allowing the reproduction of their presentations and for giving their time and expertise so generously.

Film 1

Professor J. Helen Cross OBE | UCL Institute of Child Health, Great Ormond Street Hospital

• An Introduction to Ketogenic Diets for children and adults

Film 2

Dr Jen Carroll RD | The Keto Dietitian

• Preparing the family and patient for a Ketogenic Dietary Therapy

Film 3

Tracy Cameron RD | Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital

• An overview of Ketogenic Dietary Therapies available and supplementation

Film 4

Dr Anita Devlin | Great North Children’s Hospital

• Side effects, monitoring and weaning a Ketogenic Diet

In May 2023 we held an in-person Keto Education Day for families, carers, support workers and health professionals new to Ketogenic Therapies.
 
Below is a video glimpse of the day and interviews with some of the parents and delegates that joined us there.

Click here to view the PDF printed programme from the Educational Day.

Biographies of our speakers can be found here Medical Advisory Board and International Medical Advisors.

We are grateful for your contributions to enable these and future educational materials.

To support the work of Matthew’s Friends and future resources please donate via the JustGiving link at the top of this page – thank you.