GMDI is the primary professional organization for dietitians working in the field of genetic metabolic nutrition. The mission of GMDI is to provide standards of excellence and leadership in nutrition therapy for genetic metabolic disorders through clinical practice, education, advocacy, and research.
- GMDI members are leading practitioners in nutrition therapy who have joined together to identify education and training needs and to develop standards of practice in this highly specialized field.
- Membership provides opportunities for professional education and research, as well as networking and peer support.
There are many benefits of being a GMDI member and membership is available to metabolic dietitians and non-RD healthcare professionals whose interests focus on the nutrition management of individuals with genetic metabolic disorders. We offer special rates for Student memberships and International (non-US and Canada) memberships.
Membership Benefits
GMDI Membership provides opportunities to improve your knowledge and clinical practice in metabolic nutrition and to network with others who work in this highly specialized field.
Continuing Education Opportunities
- An educational conference is held every other year. Members may register for the conference at a reduced rate. The next GMDI conference will be held in April 2026.
- GMDI hosts 3-4 webinars each year. These are eligible for CPE and are only available to members. Recordings of each webinar are also available to members.
Other member benefits
- Searchable membership directory
- E-Newsletter, GMDI Connections
- MetabolicPro Nutrition Analysis Software - reduced cost for members
- SERC-GMDI Nutrition Guideline and Tool Kit Development for PKU, MSUD, PROP and VLCADD; UCD will be available in 2026
- Networking opportunities – Find a metabolic clinic in US/Canada
- International resources
- Legislative and advocacy updates
- Connections for research opportunities
- Research Committee Office Hours
- Quarterly listing of recent publications
- Job postings
- Salary survey/ Career Ladder Resources
- Tools and materials for use in clinical practice, including "Quick Start Guide"
- GMDI POD Learning Program
- Professional development of leadership skills by joining a GMDI committee
Committee Participation
See individual committee pages for specific goals and activities
Funding Opportunities
GMDI Research Grants Program: The goal of the GMDI Research Grant Program is to foster the pursuit of research by metabolic dietitians to promote investigations that enhance nutritional management strategies for inborn errors of metabolism. In 2024, one grant of $10,000.00 will be awarded. We intend to award this $10,000 grant every 2 years.
Goals of GMDI:
- Sustain an active and visionary organization that meets the goals of our members
- Promote individual, professional, and organizational growth and recognition in the field of genetic metabolism and nutrition
- Optimize the organizational structure to strengthen leadership, processes, and technology
- Maximize opportunities to expand understanding and knowledge in the field of genetic metabolic nutrition
- Ensure financial stability and growth to support our mission and vision