About: Ms. Lavanya Bachwal.
About
Lavanya Bachwal is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with over 13 years of experience, including 12 years in private practice in India and more than a year working in Australia. She holds a Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice (Australia), where she completed advanced training in evidence-based nutrition care across a range of healthcare settings.
Lavanya has expertise in chronic disease management, women’s health, gastrointestinal disorders, oncology, and cardiac health. She is passionate about supporting people from South Asia—particularly India—to achieve their health goals through culturally sensitive, personalised nutrition care.
In India, Lavanya built a successful private practice, delivering tailored nutrition plans to help clients improve their wellbeing. In Australia, she works as a Grade 1 Dietitian at Central Gippsland Health, providing care across outpatient clinics, inpatient services, and aged care facilities, with a focus on chronic disease management and cardiac rehabilitation.
Fluent in Hindi and Marathi, Lavanya offers expert, culturally responsive support designed to help clients achieve sustainable, long-term health and wellness.
Languages Spokens
Marathi
Hindi
Fees
Bulk-Billing:
May be available for patients with a valid GP Management Plan (GPMP) / Team Care Arrangement (TCA) referral for physiotherapy.
Eligibility and any gap fees can be confirmed with reception before your appointment.
Private Consultations:
Standard consultation fees apply for private patients.
Our reception team can advise you of current fees and any applicable health fund rebates.
TAC/WorkCover:
Patients with approved TAC, WorkCover, or similar compensation claims may be able to have accounts billed directly to the insurer.
Please bring all relevant claim details and approvals to your appointment.