At Selective Health, we provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition support that empowers individuals to live healthier, more independent lives — with confidence and clarity.
Tailored nutrition in health and disability care
Led by Accredited Practising Dietitian Emily Farrugia,
Our practice specialises in medical nutrition therapy for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and other progressive neurological diseases, tube feeding support and troubleshooting, disability-focused nutrition care and complex dietary needs for adults. We work closely with individuals, families, carers, and support coordinators to deliver practical solutions that make everyday eating and feeding easier, safer, and more enjoyable.
We believe that good nutrition isn’t about rigid rules — it’s about understanding your unique needs and creating strategies that work in real life. Whether you’re navigating mealtime challenges, or need help managing a medical condition, we’re here to guide you with compassion, knowledge, and respect.
Emily Farrugia
Accredited Practising Dietitian | Founder of Selective Health
“Our mission is to provide personalised nutrition care that understands, empowers, and supports you in the ways that matter most.”
With a background of almost a decade in both hospital, community, corporate, sports and private practice health settings, Emily brings a well-rounded, client-centred approach to dietetic care. She is passionate about improving the everyday health and wellbeing of individuals with disability, medical conditions, and complex nutritional needs.
Emily established Selective Health to create a space where nutrition advice is always tailored — not templated. She takes the time to truly understand each client’s challenges, preferences, and goals, and works collaboratively to co-design practical, achievable solutions.
Emily holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health), Master of Dietetics and Cert II in Community Services and is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with Dietitians Australia. She regularly collaborates with allied health multidisciplinary teams including speech pathologists, occupational therapists and physiotherapists, medical professionals, support coordinators, and allied health teams to provide holistic care.
Our Services
At Selective Health, we offer a comprehensive range of dietetic services tailored to support individuals with diverse and often complex nutritional needs. Our specialties include disability nutrition, adult health, and enteral feeding, with a strong focus on progressive neurological diseases such as Motor Neurone Disease (MND). We provide expert support in managing gastrostomy feeding tubes — from initial setup to ongoing troubleshooting — and work closely with clients, carers, and health professionals to ensure safe, effective, and individualised care. Whether addressing mealtime challenges, chronic health conditions, or tube feeding requirements, our goal is to deliver compassionate, practical solutions that empower people to live well.
Face to face (including home-based assessments), phone and telehealth video appointments available.
OUR SERVICES
Nutrition Support for People with Disability
We work with all NDIS participants to develop tailored nutrition plans that support daily function, independence, and overall wellbeing under ‘Improved Daily Living’ and ‘Health and Wellbeing’ supports. Our services are person-centred, adaptable, and designed to meet the diverse needs of each client — whether they’re living independently, in supported accommodation, or receiving in-home care.
We can assist with:
- Malnutrition
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Specialised diets
- Tube feeding plans and transition support
- Mealtime management plans in collaboration with speech pathologists
- NDIS progress reports, assessments, and review documentation
OUR SERVICES
Tube Feeding (Enteral Nutrition) Support
We provide expert guidance for individuals who require enteral nutrition via gastrostomy or PEG/RIG/BRT tubes. Our goal is to ensure each client receives the right nutrients in the safest way possible, combining clinical nutrition expertise with hands on care.
We offer:
- Custom tube feeding plans tailored to individual needs
- Monitoring and adjustment of feeds and formulas
- Troubleshooting common issues (e.g. intolerance, constipation, dehydration)
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Coordination of removal and replacement of balloon gastrostomy tubes
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Identification and management of tube and stomal complications in conjunction with wound nurses and GP’s
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Balloon volume checks
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Carer training for gastrostomy management, including routine care and documentation
- Liaison with GPs, nurses, and speech pathologists for multidisciplinary care
- Education and resources for carers and support workers
OUR SERVICES
NDIS Reporting & Plan Review Support
We provide comprehensive nutrition assessments and detailed documentation for NDIS participants and their support teams.
This includes:
- Nutrition assessments, goal setting and recommendations
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Reports for new plans and plan reviews, including recommendations and advocacy for dietetic intervention, carer support hours and consumables funding related to nutrition needs now and in the future
- Collaboration with plan managers, support coordinators and allied health professionals
Contact Us
We’re here to support you.
Get in touch to book an appointment or learn more about our services.
Whether you’re looking for one-on-one support, seeking guidance for a loved one, or coordinating care through the NDIS, we’re here to help. We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments to make accessing nutrition support as flexible and stress-free as possible. No referral is needed — just reach out, and we’ll guide you through the next steps.
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Tailored nutrition in health and disability care
At Selective Health, we provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition support that empowers individuals to live healthier, more independent lives with confidence and clarity.