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Local GPs You Can See Regularly
See a regular local GP who gets to know you—not a rotating fly-in, fly-out doctor.
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Pain & Recovery
Clinic for Australian Veterans.
Aculeus is an Australia-wide pain and recovery clinic exclusively for Australian Defence Force veterans.
We help veterans recover from service-related injuries, manage persistent pain and rebuild the strength and confidence to enjoy family, community and everyday life.
The whole picture
Understand what is holding you back.
We look at the full picture — from neck, shoulder and back pain to knee, foot and movement problems — then help you find a practical way forward.
Illustrative locations. Some conditions can affect more than one body area; spinal areas are shown from the front.
Healthcare built around your life
What makes Aculeus different?
Connected care for Australian veterans, from your regular GP through to recovery, equipment and community.
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Veteran Store and Equipment Program
Move seamlessly from clinical assessment to DVA equipment and daily-living support through our connected Veteran Store.
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Australia-Wide Online Medical Clinic
Access clinicians directly through one streamlined online clinic—without layers of administration or long waiting periods.
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Recovery Medicine Clinic
Exclusive to Aculeus veterans, our Recovery Medicine Clinic supports personalised recovery, function and wellbeing.
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Ongoing Specialist Care
Access coordinated referrals to trusted pain, rehabilitation and sleep physicians, alongside other medical specialists, with Aculeus involved throughout your care.
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Veteran Community and Socials
Connect with veteran-focused organisations, activities and events that support wellbeing and life beyond service.
Find veteran communityYour recovery pathway
Four simple steps to getting started.
From your first conversation to a personalised care plan and ongoing support, we make accessing veteran-focused healthcare clear and straightforward.
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Get in touch
No referral required. Contact our team to discuss your health concerns and confirm whether Aculeus is the right service for your individual care needs.
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Meet with an Aculeus GP
Your care begins with an appointment with one of our Aculeus GPs for a personalised medical assessment, clinical advice and discussion of the most appropriate next steps.
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Start your treatment
Following your appointment, treatment may begin, including medication, specialist referrals, rehabilitation or other therapies tailored to support your individual health needs.
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Ongoing support
Your ongoing care continues through telehealth, with regular progress reviews, treatment adjustments and dedicated support to keep your journey on track.
Health & Wellness
Useful answers for better days.
Clear, practical guidance for veterans navigating pain, DVA support and the next step in their recovery.
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Recovery is about getting back to what matters.
Walking the dog. Opening the front door. Playing with the kids. Sleeping better. Being present. Rehabilitation is not only about reducing pain — it is about making room for life again.
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Speak With Our Team
We’re committed to helping veterans live healthier, more independent lives. Through personalised healthcare, rehabilitation support, mobility and daily living equipment, and coordinated access to services, we focus on outcomes that make a real difference in everyday life.