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  • My name is Claire Daly and I am an Accredited Practising Dietitian in private practice in Australia.I have personal and professional experience in PCOS and also fertility issues. This gives me an opportunity to help women and adolescents make changes to their own diet and weight to improve their health with PCOS. If you are a woman and trying to get pregnant, I can also provide diet plans and support to increase your chances of getting pregnant if you have PCOS. I can also help you eat well during pregnancy and beyond. I provide consultations in person and by telephone or online. I have worked with several fertility specialists, conducted patient education sessions for Monash IVF and developed resources on PCOS for other Dietitians to use. You can read more about my available PCOS services by clicking the button 'Get a personal PCOS diet plan by Claire' in the top left column.
  • I am a member of the Dietitian's Association of Australia and an Accredited Practising Dietitian. Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) are recognized professionals who have the qualifications and expertise to provide expert nutrition and dietary advice. APDs must meet the detailed criteria developed by the Dietitians Association of Australia. Not only do APDs have sound tertiary qualifications, they must undergo ongoing training and comply with the profession’s guidelines for best professional and ethical practice. Accredited Practising Dietitians display a distinctive logo to enable you to easily identify them.
  • I can be contacted by email (link below) or by phone to 041 212 0498.

How is PCOS Diagnosed and Treated?

If you suspect you may have PCOS, you should make an appointment with your GP who will be able to discuss your symptoms with you. Your GP may refer you to another specialist (such as a Gynaecologist or Endocrinologist) or suggest some tests to help them determine if you have PCOS. These can include an ultrasound of the ovaries and blood tests.

If it is confirmed that you have PCOS, your GP might suggest other health professionals be involved in your treatment depending on your specific symptoms. This could include some of the following:

  • an Accredited Practising Dietitian to assist with weight loss and changes to your diet
  • a Psychologist if you have depression or anxiety
  • an Exercise Physiologist if you need professional help with an ongoing exercise plan
  • a Gynaecologist if you have menstrual or fertility problems
  • an Endocrinologist if you have Diabetes
  • a reproductive endocrinologist or Fertility specialist is you are are trying to conceive

These health professionals can all work together and your GP is the best person to coordinate your overall PCOS treatment.