RPPR Team
Tina obtained her BHSc Physiotherapy in 1996.
She has worked in a wide range of physiotherapy settings, specialising in rehabilitation and aged care. She has worked extensively in hospital, community and private sectors.
Tina has a keen interest in clinical pilates, believing it to be a very effective rehabilitative means for many musculoskeletal conditions.
She has extensive experience in rehabilitating neurological conditions.
Diane Slater was born and raised in South Africa. After qualifying as a physiotherapist in 1989 from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, she spent two years working as a physiotherapist in hospitals and private practice before migrating to Australia.
Since then, Diane has worked as a physiotherapist in rehabilitation hospitals, private physio practices and at the Victoria Transport Accident Commission (TAC). She has had wide experience in the rehabilitation of patients with chronic back, neck and joint pain, joint replacement patients, cardiac patients and amputees.
Throughout her years of practice, Diane has discovered that physio treatment combined with a specifically- prescribed and supervised exercise program will achieve much better outcomes for her patients. She developed an interest in the Pilates method and later attained full teaching certification. Diane has been teaching both Pilates floor and equipment classes since 2000.
Patients who have suffered from chronic back, neck and other joint pain have greatly benefited from Diane’s Pilates exercise programs. Additionally, she also conducts Pilates classes for individuals who wish to prevent injury and keep fit by improving core stability and general muscle strength and flexibility.
Diane is a member of the Australia Physiotherapy Association and a member of the Pilates Institute of Australasia. She lives on the Gold Coast with her husband and two sons.
Yvonne obtained a BappSc (Occupational Therapy) in 2000, and a Post Graduate Certification in 2005.
She has worked in a wide range of occupational therapy settings including acute medical, physical rehabilitation, mental health (private & public), community (aged care & complex cases), home modifications and equipment prescriptions.
She also holds postgraduate qualifications in lymphoedema and BSc (Human Movement Studies).
Lisa studied an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy at Health Schools Australia and went on to complete a Bachelor of Health Science at Charles Sturt University.
Lisa has practiced Remedial Massage for several years and has also trained in Manipulative Muscle Therapy.
Lisa has a special interest in family health and has been involved in a “Healthy Lifestyles” program at Monash IVF clinic in Southport since 2006.
Lisa’s aim is to optimize health and reduce stress by tailoring programs for the individual.
Gabriela obtained her Bachelor of Naturopathy from Southern Cross University in 2007. She is currently studying Nutritional Medicine majoring in Mental Health.
Gabi has special interests in integrative medicine where multimodality treatment using herbs, nutritional supplements, psychological and physical techniques are used to achieve optimal health and wellbeing.
Toby Lord
MAAESS,AEP
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Toby has 8 years experience in exercise therapy/rehabilitation and is currently an accredited Exercise Physiologist that specializes in the treatment of chronic disease. He is also a registered allied health provider of Exercise Physiology services under WorkCover Queensland.
Consultations may include the following services:
· Health appraisal/assessment
· Individual exercise plan
· Personal session supervision
· Session update/review.
HEALTH CARE REBATEABLE
Consultants
Dr David Jaa
MBBS(UQ), B Med.Sc(UQ), GDPM(Syd U), Master of PM(Syd.U), FACNEM, FACPM(Syd.U)
Dr David Jaa is the director of Dr Jaa’s Medical Health at Robina, Gold Coast, Australia. The health centre offers comprehensive medical care in a multi-disciplinary, holistic environment.
Dr David Jaa studied medicine at the University of Queensland and graduated in 1987. He has since furthered his study in the field of nutritional and environmental medicine, and has obtained a fellowship from the College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine. From the year 2000 Dr David Jaa has studied a post graduate course in Physical Medicine (musculoskeletal) at Sydney University and has obtained a Masters degree in 2001. He became a Fellow of the Australian College of Physical Medicine the following year. He is also a member of the Australian Medical Acupuncture Society and a member of the College of General Practitioners.
Dr David Jaa specialises in the treatment of acute and chronic back pain, migraine, whiplash and all types of muscle and skeletal problems. He also has expertise in areas of treating many chronic conditions such as chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalance and depression due to nutritional deficiencies. His strong belief is that it is equally important to optimise one's health as well as treat one's sickness.
Tess Collie
B.Psych (Hons), Dip Gestalt Therapy, MGANZ, AIMM, AssocMAPS
Psychologist and Gestalt Therapist
- Grief and loss counselling
- Anxiety, depression
- Trauma
- Relationship issues
- Stress
- Health and well-being
- Serious and/or chronic illness support and counselling for patients, their family and friends
- Individual, couple and group counselling
Tess is a registered psychologist and Gestalt psychotherapist and offers a holistic approach to psychology and counselling. Since graduating in 1999, Tess has counselled across a variety of settings including Relationships Australia, Kumbari Avenue (Special) School, Queensland Cancer Fund, Hopewell Hospice, and private practice. In addition to issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and stress, Tess has a special interest in grief and loss counselling as well as health and well-being issues (eg. cancer patient support).
Tess uses a combination of Interpersonal Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Mindfulness based approaches to help clients increase their self-awareness, connect with themselves and others, and live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
You do not need a referral to make an appointment to see Tess. Please note, however, that Medicare rebates may be available to patients with a referral from a GP. Private health insurance rebates may also be available, depending on your insurer and level of cover.
To arrange a consultation, contact Tess directly on 0408 172 176.
To Contact Us:
Phone: (07) 5562 2088
Email: admin@rppr.com.au
