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Dedicated support for Gold and White Card holders.

We bill the Department of Veterans' Affairs directly, so eligible clients have no out-of-pocket cost. All you need to get started is a referral from your GP.

Force USA training rig and mezzanine level inside the Rise Rehab Group Burleigh Heads clinic
Who It's For

Straightforward, funded, and easy to start.

If you hold a DVA Gold or White Card, exercise physiology is one of the more straightforward services to access. Here's how it works.

Gold Card holders White Card holders No out-of-pocket cost for eligible cardholders We bill DVA directly GP referral needed
What To Expect

Three steps to your first session.

1
Step One

Confirm

We confirm your Gold or White Card status and how it applies to exercise physiology under your DVA coverage.

2
Step Two

Refer

See your GP for a referral to exercise physiology. Take our pre-filled form below so your GP knows exactly who to refer you to.

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Step Three

Begin

Sessions are built around your goals, your service history where relevant, and your current capacity.

For Your GP

Take this form to your GP appointment.

Every DVA client needs a GP referral before their first session. Our DVA form already has our details filled in, so your GP only needs to add theirs and sign. Download it, or scan the code to open it on your phone.

Download the form (PDF)
QR code to open the Rise Rehab Group DVA referral form

Scan to open on your phone

Our Experience

Experienced with veteran care.

Zak and Isabelle both work across every service we offer. Here's their experience and approach to sessions.

Zak Bowdler, Accredited Exercise Physiologist at Rise Rehab Group

Zak Bowdler

Zak grew up performing in the circus, where he learned that confidence in your body is built, not given. He brings that to his work with DVA Gold and White Card holders across a range of physical and mental health needs, helping veterans rebuild trust in their bodies after injury, pain, or care that left them feeling let down.

“You've already given enough. The process to get support should be simple, not another battle.”

Isabelle McMullen, Accredited Exercise Physiologist at Rise Rehab Group

Isabelle McMullen

Isabelle has supported veterans managing chronic pain, mental health, and complex medical histories, with a strong focus on communication and trust.

“Real support starts with really listening. Your history matters, but so does where you want to go next.”

Find Us

Available at all three Gold Coast locations.

Burleigh Heads

Health Phyx, Shed 1/16 Hutchinson Street. Dedicated onsite parking available.

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Oxenford

ifeelgood, 9/160 Old Pacific Highway. Onsite parking available.

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Palm Beach

Palm Beach Aquatic Centre, 1 Thrower Drive. Onsite parking available.

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Ready to use your DVA card for exercise physiology?

Get in touch and we'll walk you through getting your GP referral.