Announcement from the Canadian IDDSI Expert Reference Group

Canadian IDDSI Expert Reference Group formed in preparation for January 1, 2019 launch of IDDSI in Canada

Canada is in the preparation stage of implementing the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) framework in healthcare facilities and community settings across the country. Although we know that implementation of IDDSI is critical for optimizing safety and nutrition care for those living with dysphagia, we recognize that the implementation process is complex. Following the direction of many other countries, Canadian practitioners felt it was important to convene an expert reference group to guide and support IDDSI implementation here in Canada.

We are pleased to announce the formation of the Canadian IDDSI Expert Reference Group (CIERG), a group of dedicated volunteer professionals from across Canada. Together with Canadian representatives from the International IDDSI board, this group will promote, monitor, support, advocate and communicate recommendations for implementation of the IDDSI framework within Canadian organizations and industry.

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