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Get to know us

Welcome to Virtual Vitality Nutrition, where your journey to better health begins with expert guidance from Dr Jess McMaster, an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and Nutritionist dedicated to transforming lives through a focus on weight loss and metabolic health.

We understand that achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a journey unique to each individual. We are committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based, and personalised guidance through convenient telehealth consultations. Whether you're looking to lose weight, manage metabolic conditions, or enhance overall wellbeing, we are here to support you every step of the way.

What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to leveraging the latest technology to bring our services directly to you, wherever you are in Australia. Through our telehealth platform, we bridge the gap between expert guidance and the comfort of your own space, ensuring accessibility and convenience without compromising the quality of care.

At the heart of Virtual Vitality Nutrition is a belief in the power of a holistic approach to health. We go beyond one-size-fits-all solutions, tailoring our strategies to your unique needs, lifestyle, and goals. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and motivational environment where you feel heard, understood, and inspired to make positive choices for your health. With a focus on education, empowerment, collaboration, sustainability and accountability, we equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to achieve and maintain your desired weight and metabolic health goals.

Choose Virtual Vitality Nutrition to embark on a journey toward a healthier, happier you. Your goals are within reach, and we are here to guide you every step of the way.

Meet Jess

Meet Dr Jess McMaster, an Accredited Practising Dietitian whose passion for nutrition and dedication to advancing the field of weight loss and metabolic health have set her apart as a leading expert. Driven by a commitment to excellence, Jess holds a PhD from the University of Queensland, where her groundbreaking research has earned her the prestigious Dean’s Award for Outstanding Higher Degree by Research Theses, a recognition reserved for individuals whose research demonstrates exceptional contributions to their field. This accolade underscores her dedication to pushing boundaries and producing work that stands out for its quality and impact.

As a practicing dietitian, Jess seamlessly combines her academic prowess with a genuine passion for helping individuals achieve their health goals. Whether it's weight management, metabolic health, or personalised dietary guidance, Jess brings a unique blend of scientific rigour and compassionate care to her clients.

Jess feels most at home helping individuals improve their relationship with food by unpicking years of unconscious eating behaviours. Clients who seek Jess' services benefit from her ability to translate complex nutritional concepts into practical, achievable steps. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that clients receive the highest standard of care, tailored to their individual needs.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (2012; University of Queensland)

Master of Dietetics Studies (2015; University of Queensland)

Doctor of Philosophy (2019; University of Queensland)

Why See a Dietitian?

In Australia, there are a variety of nutrition professionals you could see, including dietitians, nutritionists, health coaches and naturopaths. The majority of these professions aren't regulated and can have limited qualifications. The Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) credential means the person you are seeing has completed an approved dietetics degree from an Australian university. To maintain this credential, members commit to ongoing training and education throughout their careers, meaning that you receive up-to-date, evidence-based care to improve your health and wellbeing. In addition, as accredited health practitioners, dietetics services are typically covered under "extras" policies with private health providers.

Why Choose Telehealth?

Accessible healthcare

We know that those in regional and remote areas of Australia are more likely to struggle with their weight and metabolic health, and yet are least likely to be able to access high quality allied health care to address these issues.