(X) Policy Memo

January 26, 2009

TO: Family Day Care Home Sponsors

RE: Revised List of Recognized Medical Authorities

Effective immediately, the Oregon Department of Education Child Nutrition Programs (ODE CNP) has expanded the list of medical authorities.

ODE CNP recognizes the following medical authorities: Licensed Physicians (MD), Physician’s Assistants (PA), Registered Dietitians (RD), Nurse Practitioners (NP), Registered Nurses (RN), Naturopathic Physician (NP), Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), and Naturopathic Doctor of Osteopathy (NDO).

Enclosed is an updated Medical Statement For Food Substitutions  for your use.

If you need assistance or additional information, please contact Joe Grosso, Child Nutrition Specialist, at (503) 947-5897.

Sincerely,

Lynne Reinoso
Manager, Community Nutrition
Child Nutrition Programs
Office of the Superintendent

Enclosure: Medical Statement for Food Substitutions