This award is to recognise a rising star who has been in dietetics for ten years or less who has created a significant impact in the profession, in the early stages of their careers.
This award is not about young versus old, it is to acknowledge, celebrate and recognise the achievements of a member at the beginning of their career - shining a spotlight on their success and championing the profession.
Applications for 2026 are open until Monday 13 April at Noon. The 2026 awards will be presented on Wednesday 3 June in Birmingham.
Entry Criteria
This award is open for applications and nominations. To apply for the Rising Star of the Year Award you must:
- Be a member of the British Dietetic Association
- Have been graduated ten years or less
Download the application form
Past winners
Cristian’s passion, enthusiasm and interest in coeliac disease with his understanding of the need for outcome reporting, quality and service improvement in addition to his care and compassion for patients has really driven the service forward. Cristian has been instrumental in developing and building trusting relationships with the gastroenterologists who have supported us in the development of the dietetic-led service.
2025 - Paula Chinchilla
2024 - Critical Care Specialist Group Social Media Team: Lisa Corrigan and Chloé McMurray
2023 - Cristian Costas Batlle
2022 - Laura Caley
2021 - Dr Eirini Dimidi
2020 - Dr Sammie Gill