أخبار ونشاطات

Dr. Nahla Hwalla, President of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians, together with executive board members Dr. Krystel Ouaijan and Dr. Alissar Yassine, participated in the launch of The Dietary Guide for Pregnant and Lactating Women

Held under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Rakan Nassereddine, Minister of Public Health, this initiative was organized by the Ministry of Public Health in partnership with @unfpa_lebanon, and in collaboration with the Lebanese Order of Dietitians and the Lebanon Nutrition Sector

 October 3, 2025 – MoPH Conference Room, Bir Hassan 📍

Dr. Nahla Hwalla, President of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians, was represented by Ms. Hind Dakhil Abboud, Chair of the PR & Communication Committee, at the launch of the Healthy Lifestyle Campaign for Non-Communicable Disease Prevention — a national initiative led by the Ministry of Public Health and the American University of Beirut Medical Center, in collaboration with the World Diabetes Foundation

 Monday, September 29, 2025 — Gefinor Rotana, Beirut 📍

Dr. Nahla Hwalla, President of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians, participated as a Speaker at the CIHEAM Lebanese Alumni International Seminar, held in Beirut on  September 24, 2025

Jointly organized by the Lebanese Ministry of Agriculture and CIHEAM (International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies), this international seminar gathered alumni, experts, and stakeholders from across the Mediterranean under the theme: “Investing in Youth for Sustainable Agrifood Systems: Linking Education to Job Opportunities and Sector Priorities”

Dr. Hwalla contributed to Panel 2: Harnessing Innovation and AI to Drive Youth Entrepreneurship in Agrifood Sectors, highlighting the role of research, innovation, and youth leadership in advancing sustainable and resilient agrifood systems

Some Highlights from the First Annual Scientific Meeting of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians (LOD), held on September 6, 2025 at Le Royal  Hotel

Centered around the theme “From Undernutrition to Obesity and Diabetes Management: A Comprehensive Approach in Dietetic Practice”, and followed by a workshop about “Enhancing Dietetic Practice with Nutrition focused physical Exam (NFPE): A Skills-Based Training for dietitians”; this milestone event brought together clinical dietitians, dietetic students, healthcare professionals, and experts to exchange knowledge, foster collaboration, and advance evidence-based dietetic practice in 🇱🇧 Lebanon

A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished speakers, dedicated moderators, engaging Master of Ceremony, generous sponsors, Executive Board members, and the President of LOD for her leadership and support—all of whom made this event possible

Dr. Nahla Hwalla, President of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians, was represented by Ms.Hind Dakhil Abboud, Chair of the Social, Public and International Relations and Media Committee, at the opening ceremony of the 3rd Expatriate Medicine Conference, chaired by Professor Youssef Bakhash

The conference, titled “TOGETHER 2025: Preventive Medicine and Therapy”, was held under the patronage of the Minister of Public Health, Dr. Rakan Nasreddine, at Beit Al Tabib – Beirut, on Friday, August 29, 2025

A highlight of the event was the launch of www.ipokrate.com/register, a dynamic new platform designed to connect Lebanese physicians in Lebanon 🇱🇧 and across the diaspora , fostering collaboration, expertise exchange, and unified action in preventive medicine

عقد مجلس نقابة اختصاصيي التغذية و تنظيم الوجبات في لبنان اجتماعًا مثمرًا مع الدكتورة هنادي بري، المديرة العامة للتعليم المهني والتقني في لبنان- وزارة التربية والتعليم العالي، بهدف متابعة الخطوات التي تتخذها المديرية للحد من الرسائل المضللة التي تروّج لها بعض مؤسسات التعليم المهني لبرامجها، والتي تؤدي إلى ممارسة مهنة التغذية من قبل غير المؤهلين.
تعد هذه الخطوة محورية في حماية المهنة، وصون صحة المجتمع، وضمان أن تبقى الممارسات الغذائية ضمن الأطر القانونية والعلمية المعتمدة.
نثمن تعاون الوزارة وجهودها في ضبط هذا الملف، ونتطلع إلى المزيد من التنسيق لضمان جودة التعليم والممارسة في قطاع التغذية.

:The Lebanese Order of Dietitians (LOD) is delighted to invite you to 2 consecutive events on September 6, 2025

:The First Annual Scientific Conference and a Hands on training Workshop
:“From Undernutrition to Obesity and Diabetes Management
A Comprehensive Approach in Dietetic Practice”
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025 📅
Venue: Azurea Hall, Le Royal Hotel, Dbayeh 📍
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM 🕗
CPEUs: 2.5 📘
Registration Fee: $50 💰
Registration Deadline: August 4, 2025 📌
This exclusive, members-only, event will bring together leading experts to present cutting-edge, evidence-based approaches to managing undernutrition, obesity, and diabetes across all age groups—from children to older adults
. Please note: Attendance is limited to the first 100 LOD members who register ⚠️

!Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your professional knowledge and connect with fellow dietitians

Click to register for the conference

WORKSHOP
Hands-On NFPE Workshop (Exclusive for LOD Members – Limited to 30 participants)
Title: Enhancing Dietetic Practice with Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE): A Skills-Based Training for Dietitians
An interactive, skills-based workshop offering hands-on training in NFPE, including muscle and fat assessment, fluid status, and  micronutrient deficiencies, guided by small group facilitators
Time: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm 🕛
CPEUs: 2.0 📘

 Registration Fee: $60 (includes lunch box) 💰

Click to Register for the Workshop

Registration Deadline: August 4, 2025📌

.Please note that registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment
.Payments can be made at the LOD office or via Bank of Beirut (BOB)

Click to Download Full Program

  ” A night to remember under the theme ” Planting the Seeds of Wellness

Highlights from the Lebanese Order of Dietitians (LOD) Inaugural Gala Dinner, held on Friday, June 27th at Eau de Vie, Phoenicia   Intercontinental Hotel – Beirut

The evening brought together around 110 healthcare professionals — primarily dietitians — alongside representatives from the Ministry of Public Health and cherished supporters

A heartfelt tribute to our President, mentor, role model, and the remarkable woman of vision — Dr. Nahla Hwalla — whose pioneering leadership has laid the foundation for a stronger, more recognized profession, at a time when nutrition is rightfully at the heart of health

Honoring Professor Dr. Nahla Hwalla, LOD President
The Woman with Vision & Founding Pillar of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians

On behalf of the Executive Board, Dr. Nathalie Yaghi, LOD Vice President, expresses deep appreciation for her visionary leadership, scientific excellence, and pioneering spirit
Her indelible contributions have sown the seeds of our profession, cultivating a legacy that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come

On Tuesday, May 20th, the Executive Board of the Lebanese Order of Dietitians, led by LOD President Dr. Nahla Hwalla, visited H.E. Dr. Rima Karame, Minister of Education and Higher Education, to discuss strategic initiatives aimed at elevating the academic and professional standards of the dietetic profession in Lebanon