Department of Veterans Affairs
Damian Pavlinovich (Principal Exercise Physiologist) has an extensive history working with Veterans from many different eras. In particular, he set up and managed the Heart Health Program for Vietnam Veterans throughout Western Australia during the 2000’s.
He started working with the Veterans Counselling Service (now Open Arms) in the early 2000’s, improving Veterans’ quality of live, improving their relationships, educating Veterans on healthy lifestyle choices and guiding them in exercise rehabilitation.
At Como Fitness 24/7 our Exercise Physiologists:
- Are specialists in meeting the needs of Veterans.
- Use evidence-based exercise therapy to target each individual’s needs with a client-centred approach.
- Are registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
- Are accredited with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
- Deliver exercise therapy and treatment which is outcome-based.
- Prescribe exercise plans are reasonable in time and are supported by the most up to date scientific literacy to promote improved condition management and recovery.
Gold and White Card Holders with a valid D904 referral from your GP can access Exercise Physiology Services for clinically necessary treatment for conditions such as:
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Neuromuscular conditions
- Metabolic disease / conditions
- Cancer patients
- Mental health conditions (PTSD / Anxiety / Depression)
- Cardiovascular disease
See your GP for your D904 referral. All services are bulk billed.
With an exercise therapy and treatment plan from Como Fitness 24/7 you will experience:
- Improved sleep and improved well-being
- Improved functional capacity and improved movement
- Increased muscular strength, cardiovascular fitness and balance
- Better management of mental health, such as depression and PTSD
- Potentially reduce your dependence on medication
- Be able to better manage your pain
- Let Exercise be your Medicine!
Our Exercise Physiologists understand the unique nature of Veterans physical and psychological conditions.
Already have a Referral – so what happens now? Call 9450 8888 or click the ‘Enquire Now’ button to book your appointment.
