JCUHealth also offers clients the services from 5 allied health clinics – Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Exercise Physiology and Psychology.
The Allied Health Teaching clinics of James Cook University, at JCUHealth provide services to the public as well as, providing opportunities for students to work and learn in an integrated health care environment.
All clinics are open to the public.. For people requiring multidisciplinary care, JCUHealth is developing a series of interprofessional clinics to meet this need.
The JCU Health Exercise Physiology Clinic specialises in providing quality exercise and lifestyle behaviour services, catering to clientele with chronic disease, health conditions and injury. Run by experienced Accredited Exercise Physiologists, you can expect to be provided with high quality care to manage your medical conditions, as well as change unhealthy behaviours, in a safe, caring and friendly environment. Read more and Referral Form
The JCU Health Interprofessional Clinic works in collaboration with community based organisations to provide much needed services. Health professionals, students and discipline staff work in an Interprofessional team based setting to provide patient centred care in a clinical educational environment. An interprofessional team means that your health professionals work together to discuss and understand your health care needs. Read more
JCU Health Occupational Therapy Service is a student led service funded to provide Occupational Therapy students the opportunity to observe, learn and practise their professional skills under supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. The service focuses on the individual goals of the person or child and their family with each assessment and intervention specifically tailored to meet their needs. At present our focus is providing support to children, adolescents, and their families. Read more and Referral Form
The JCU Health Physiotherapy Clinic is committed to providing high quality musculoskeletal physio services to all its clients. The JCU Health Physiotherapy Clinic is a training facility incorporating up to date methods for treating all musculoskeletal conditions. The physio clinic provides assessment, treatment, education and self-management strategies for the full range of musculoskeletal conditions. Massage clinics are also available during semester. Read more
JCU Health Psychology Clinic offers specialised services for individuals and families needing assessment or treatment for psychological problems. The Psychology Clinic at James Cook University, Douglas campus was founded in 1995 as a training clinic which focuses on providing assessment and therapy options based on currently recommended best practice. These include therapeutic interventions for children, adolescents and adults with a range of psychological concerns. Read more and Referral Form
The JCU Health Speech Pathology Clinic aims to provide high-quality speech, language, literacy and swallowing services to its clients on a personalised basis. The service is funded to provide Speech Pathology students the opportunity to observe, learn and develop their professional skills under the supervision of a qualified Speech Pathologist. We provide up to date methods for assessing and treating a variety of communication and swallowing disorders for clients of all ages. Read more and Paediatric Referral Form and Adult Referral Form
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