The BDA’s independent prescribing campaign has opened a call for case studies from members and is inviting dietetic supplementary prescribers to share their experiences of prescribing.
The new online submission form asks contributors to highlight both successes and challenges they have encountered and to reflect on how independent prescribing rights could have improved outcomes.
The call for stories will remain open until April 2026 and the campaign team is aiming to gather the largest collection of dietetic prescribing case studies ever assembled.
Sarah Laverty, Policy and Campaigns Officer for the BDA and campaign lead, said, “Real-life stories bring the case for change to life. They help those who aren’t prescribing every day to see the challenges and understand why independent prescribing matters. Collecting these stories is a vital component of building the evidence for legislative change and it’s also an important part of making sure that dietitians’ voices are heard.”
Alison Culkin, Chair of the BDA’s Prescriber Specialist Sub-Group said, “The bureaucracy surrounding supplementary prescribing is a barrier to dietitians prescribing. Sharing our experiences will help us show why change is needed and the difference independent prescribing could make. I encourage every prescribing dietitian in the UK to get involved and tell us their story.”
Sian Cunningham, Professional Practice Manager for the BDA said, “Every case study shared by our members strengthens the story of dietitians’ impact across the UK. By contributing real-world examples, dietitians not only highlight their own expertise and achievements but also provide the evidence we need to showcase the value of our profession, influence decision-makers, and inspire others across health and care.”
Contributors can submit as many stories as they want to and the evidence collected will be used by the campaign team in their lobbying work.
Submit your case study through the online form.
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