Essential Regulatory Competence for Practitioners with Fiona Wing
Episode description
Joining us today is Fiona Wing, a Naturopath, Nutritionist and Regulatory Manager at Designs for Health. Today, we're going to recap a webinar presented by Designs for Health in 2022.
In this episode, Fiona discusses:
- What is the TGA, and how does it differ from the FDA
- How ingredients get onto the ARTG
- Where to find out more information about ingredients, such as safety
- Why are Australian clinicians not allowed to use US-based products
- Extemporaneous dispensing
- What we are and are not allowed to say about health claims in our marketing
- Adulteration issues
About Fiona
Fiona Wing has been a qualified Naturopath and Nutritionist for 20 years and worked in the retail, clinic, and behind-the-scenes for complementary medicine sponsors. She has been working in Regulatory Affairs for the last 4 years.
She has a passion for learning all there is to know about nutritional and herbal biochemistry and pharmacology which suits her in her current role as Regulatory and NPD Manager at DFH. This role requires a strong focus on TGA guidelines and legislation, being up to date with current evidence and research, and keeping an eye on emerging, well-researched ingredients and product innovation.
Fiona is a mum to two active kids aged 14 and 16. In her spare time, you can find her in her garden or walking in awe through the Blue Mountains
Connect with Fiona:
Email: fwing@designsforhealth.com.au
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DISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health
Shownotes and references are available on the Designs for Health website
Register as a Designs for Health Practitioner and discover quality practitioner- only supplements at www.designsforhealth.com.au
Follow us on Socials
Instagram: Designsforhealthaus
Facebook: Designsforhealthaus
DISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health