- Podiatrists in Sippy Downs, Woombye & In Home
DVA Podiatry Funding
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) provides comprehensive podiatry services to eligible veterans, war widows, and widowers. This funding ensures that veterans receive the necessary foot care to maintain optimal mobility and overall health. At Elite Foot Care on the Sunshine Coast, we are proud to offer DVA-funded podiatry services, ensuring our veterans receive the care they deserve.
Eligibility for DVA Podiatry Services
To be eligible for DVA-funded podiatry services, individuals must hold a DVA Health Card—either a Gold Card or a White Card with approved specific conditions. The Gold Card provides access to comprehensive health services, including podiatry, while the White Card offers treatment for specific conditions or injuries sustained during service.
Services Covered by DVA Funding
DVA podiatry funding covers a variety of services aimed at maintaining and improving foot and lower limb health. These include:
- Routine foot care such as nail trimming and callus removal
- Treatment of foot pain and management of chronic conditions like diabetes
- Prevention and treatment of podiatric conditions like plantar fasciitis and heel spurs
- Custom orthotics to provide support and alleviation of foot-related symptoms
- Foot, ankle and leg assessments to detect and treat issues early
- Wound care management for ulcers and other foot-related injuries
These services are critical in ensuring that veterans can continue their daily activities with minimal discomfort and optimal foot health.
How to Access DVA Podiatry Services
Accessing DVA-funded podiatry services at Elite Foot Care is straightforward:
- Obtain a Referral: Veterans need a referral from their General Practitioner (GP) to access podiatry services under the DVA funding scheme.
- Book an Appointment: Once the referral is obtained, veterans can book an appointment with one of our qualified podiatrists at Elite Foot Care.
- Receive Tailored Care: Our podiatrists will perform thorough assessments and provide tailored treatment plans to meet individual needs, ensuring comprehensive foot and lower limb care.
For ongoing treatments, a new referral from your GP is required every 12 months to continue receiving DVA-funded services.
Exceptional Care for Our Veterans
At Elite Foot Care, we understand the unique needs of our veteran community and are dedicated to providing the highest standard of podiatric care. Our team is highly experienced and trained in addressing various foot health issues, ensuring that each veteran receives personalized and effective treatment.
With DVA podiatry funding, veterans can rest assured that their foot health is in good hands. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for our veterans by reducing pain, improving mobility, and preventing further complications related to foot health.
For more information about DVA-funded podiatry services or to schedule an appointment, call our friendly reception team on 07 5328 3588.
Our Podiatrists
Our team of Sunshine Coast Podiatrists have decades of experience treating all hip, knee, leg, ankle, foot and heel pain as well as a range of skin and nail conditions including ingrown toenails, fungal nail infections, warts and more.
They share a passion for helping the community stay strong and active, helping them achieve their ultimate health outcomes.
Their experience combined with the best treatment technologies available, allow us to achieve the best outcomes for our community.
Benefits of a personalised treatment plan
Reduced Pain
Using the worlds best treatment technology and methods, we can accelerate your recovery to achieve your ultimate health outcome sooner.
Increased Strength
With a prescribed exercise rehab program, your surrounding muscles will strengthen and take the load off your affected tissue. The result is lasting pain relief.
Become More Active
Working with your Podiatrist to complete your personalised treatment plan, you'll be able to do more of the things you love with friends and family.
How it works
1. Schedule an Appointment
Book online or call one of our friendly reception staff on 07 5328 3588 to find a time that suits you.
2. We Handle the Details
Our experienced Podiatrists will diagnose, create a custom treatment plan and treat in the very first session.
3. Be More Active With Less Pain
Spend more time with your family and friends being active and doing the things you love.
What you'll get...
Experienced Podiatrists
Our Podiatrists have decades of experience treating an array of conditions.
Comprehensive Consultations
Our Podiatrists will leave no stone unturned in finding the root cause of your issue.
Personalised Treatment Plans
Our Podiatrists will create a truly custom treatment plan to achieve your ideal outcomes.
Communication
Our Podiatrists will clearly explain your condition, providing insight into its nature and treatment options.
Best Treatment Technology
We utilise state-of-the-art treatment technologies including: Shockwave Therapy, 3D Laser Scanners, Lunula Fungal Nail Laser to provide our patients with the best possible care.
On-site Manufacturing
Our on-site orthotics manufacturing lab allows us to do same or next day orthotic dispenses.