Lucy Eldridge

Lucy Eldridge is an oncology dietitian based in London, with 30 years’ experience in the field. She holds an MSc in Cancer Care. In 2023, she received the British Dietetic Association’s Ibex Award in recognition of her contribution to clinical nutrition and oncology.

Lucy currently serves as Alliance Officer for the British Dietetic Association’s Oncology Specialist Group. Over the past decade, she has also held the roles of chair, education officer, and treasurer. She collaborates on national initiatives with the National Institute for Health and Care Research, the World Cancer Research Fund, and Macmillan. She also co-chairs the Professionals work stream of the NIHR Cancer and Nutrition Infrastructure Collaboration.

Lucy has worked with charities and other organisations to develop and update patient information and guidance. She has spoken at local, national, and international conferences on cancer and palliative care, and has written articles and book chapters on nutrition, cancer, palliative care, and the psychosocial influences on food choices among people with cancer.