Our team is dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health by addressing gut-related concerns such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and food intolerances.
Our goal is clear: collaborate to uncover and manage your food triggers, bringing back balance and comfort to your daily life. We offer specialised care for various conditions—including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Coeliac Disease, endometriosis, and many others.
Dietitians
Alana Doyle (APD)
Alana joined The Gut Friendly Dietitian team after an exceptional student placement in 2024 where her knowledge, compassion and genuine ability to connect with clients truly stood out.
Since then, she has continued to expand her skills in close mentorship with Geraldine, our founding dietitian. This ongoing mentorship has seen Alana quickly develop strong expertise in IBS, food intolerances and overall gut health. Alongside this, Alana has cultivated a particular interest in women’s health—including perimenopausal and menopausal care, menstrual wellbeing, and nutrition support for conditions such as endometriosis and PCOS.
Alana understands how overwhelming gut symptoms and hormonal changes can feel, and is committed to making nutrition simple, practical and effective. She brings fresh, evidence-based knowledge and a warm, empathetic approach to every consultation—making it her mission to translate complex nutrition science into clear strategies that help clients feel understood, empowered and confident in managing their health. With her balanced focus on both gut and women’s health, Alana supports clients through every life stage with care that is thoughtful, personalised and grounded in the latest research.
Outside of the clinic, Alana enjoys spending time in the kitchen cooking up a storm, getting outdoors through hiking and camping, discovering hidden gems at op-shops, and soaking up the energy of live music.
Alana’s Qualifications:
Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist
Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics (Honours) | University of Wollongong
Monash University trained IBS & Low FODMAP Dietitian
Areas of Specialisation:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the low FODMAP diet
Food chemical intolerance
Coeliac Disease
Women's Health
Lactose intolerance
GORD/Reflux
Diverticulitis (Diverticular Disease)
Weight management
Sports dietetics
Paediatrics (babies & children)
Senior Dietitians
Chiara Miglioretto (APD)
Chiara’s keen interest in IBS and food intolerances stems from her belief that all individuals have the right to a healthy relationship with food. Nutrition and gut-health are essential to wellbeing and full life participation, and these continually evolving fields keep her on her toes!
Chiara’s journey took a personal turn when her partner was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, a challenging experience that deepened her passion for gut health and research. She has since pursued a PhD focusing on dietary information and care needs for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) to improve person-centred care and health outcomes.
As a Dietitian, Chiara works with adults to help them manage food intolerances, gut issues such as IBS, coeliac disease, and IBD—improving overall health with a holistic approach.
Outside of seeing patients, she attends and participates in professional conferences to stay up to date with the latest in nutrition science and shares her expert knowledge through teaching university students, webinars, interviews, and articles. Outside of work, she enjoys early bike rides, coffee and the occasional Netflix binge.
Chiara’s Qualifications:
Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist
Doctoral Degree (PhD) in Health Science | University of Wollongong
Investigating the informational and care needs of individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease to enhance self-management
Masters of Nutrition & Dietetics | University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Distinction)
Associate Lecturer at the University of Wollongong
Monash University Low FODMAP Trained Dietitian
Gut Smart IBD training for Dietitians | Crohn’s & Colitis Australia
Crohn’s Disease Elimination Diet | Nestle Health Science course
Dietitian Crohn’s Colitis Australia Network (DECCAN) Member
Areas of Specialisation:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the low FODMAP diet
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and approaches to maintain nutritional adequacy
Crohn’s Disease
Coeliac Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Diverticulitis (Diverticular Disease)
Food intolerances
GORD/Reflux
Lactose and gluten free diets
Diabetes and weight management
Sports Nutrition
Healthy eating for long term mental and physical health
Geraldine Perez (APD)
Our principal dietitian, Geraldine is an IBS and food intolerance expert with a passion for gut health and food intolerances that emerged from personal experience turned professional mission.
As a certified low FODMAP dietitian, Geraldine bridges the gap between complex medical nutrition and real-world challenges patients face. She provides the “what to do” alongside the crucial “how to do it”—with an individualised approach to overcome the biggest roadblock to results: actually sticking to your diet plan.
Geraldine is a busy mum of three younger children and two additional bonus teenagers, certified health coach, and a dedicated speaker. She’s worked with organisations like FODMAP Friendly and Free From Allergy, providing educational talks and sharing her expertise with the broader community.
Whether consulting, writing for magazines like FODMAPPER, or continuing her professional development, Geraldine is driven to help others master their gut health.
If you’re looking for a dietitian that knows gut health like the bees know honey, get in touch today.
Geraldine’s Qualifications:
Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours Class 1) | University of Wollongong
Monash University Low FODMAP Trained Dietitian
FAILSAFE Dietitian
Certified Health Coach
Professional Certificate in Medical Nutrition Therapy for Food Allergy & Food Intolerance
FODMAP Friendly Seminar Series | Low FODMAP Diet in Practice
Health Core Training Parts One and Two | Health Change Australia
Areas of Specialisation:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Complex food intolerance
GORD/Reflux
Diverticulitis (Diverticular Disease)
Coeliac Disease
Low FODMAP diet
Low food chemical diet
Low salicylate diet
Low amine diet
Dairy free diet
Clinic Support Staff
Kailah King
Executive Operations & Administrative Coordinator
Kailah is the backbone of our business, ensuring our practice runs as smooth as clockwork. Her passion for efficiency and unmatchable eye for detail allows our dietitians to focus on premium care and integrative support. With a meticulous approach and a genuine passion for supporting our mission, Kailah makes sure every client experience is seamless and supportive—from managing new referrals and coordinating clinic logistics, to curating our online presence, implementing our marketing strategy, and even designing our clinic space.
When she’s not streamlining operations or refining systems, you’ll find Kailah out in nature, playing guitar, doing something creative—or just enjoying a cup of earl grey tea in the morning sunshine with her dog.
Hunter Rapa
Trainee & Project Support Specialist
Hunter is currently completing a dynamic traineeship with us and is engaged in a wide range of projects that drive our service further. Alongside administrative duties such as appointment management and client communication—he supports marketing initiatives, assists in preparing educational resources, and contributes to team coordination efforts. Whether he’s helping refine our Telehealth workflows or supporting seminar prep, Hunter brings enthusiasm, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence. He’s learning our holistic model every step of the way and is already making a tangible impact on our operations and client experience.
Outside of supporting our clinic in various ways, Hunter enjoys all things fitness, as well as watching movies and playing video games.
…We’re available for face-to-face consultations in our Wollongong clinic, or Australia-wide via Telehealth.
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