Optimum Health Solutions Nowra
We are not just any NDIS provider
The NDIS can feel overwhelming. We help make it straightforward.
Our Nowra team works with you, your family, and your support coordinator. We do functional assessments, therapy plans, assistive technology recommendations, and progress reports. Everything meets scheme requirements. Seven disciplines in one clinic means less travelling and more time getting support.
We have been helping Australians access better health care for more than 20 years. We keep your plan practical and focused on what matters to you.
Find us in Nowra
Opening Hours
- Monday - 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday - 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday - 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Thursday - 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Friday - 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Saturday - Closed
- Sunday - Closed
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Facilities and Accessibility
- Rehab gym
- Private consult rooms
- Telehealth available
- Wheelchair access and lift
- Accessible bathroom
- Public transport nearby
Services Offered at our Nowra Location
The team at Nowra
Dane Bowen
Exercise Physiologist
BExSc, SEP
Fatima Yousif
Podiatrist
BPodMed
Michael Mason
Occupational Therapist
BAppSc (OccTher)
Donna George
Clinic Coordinator
Kathryn Mladineo
Regional Manager & Exercise Physiologist
BaExPhys
Jordan Ciavarella
Exercise Physiologist
B.ExScRehab, ESSAM, AEP, AES
Terence Tong
Dietitian/Head of Clinical Development (Dietetics)
BSc (Phys), MND
We are here to support you
Your initial assessment allows us to design a customised plan using our range of services to enable your health goals.
Nowra Client Reviews
Claudia Rey
Linda Mottram
Michelle Lucas
Janelle Collins
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which suburbs do we service from Nowra?
- Nowra 2541
- North Nowra 2541
- Bomaderry 2541
- Worrigee 2540
- South Nowra 2541
- Nowra Hill 2540
- Terara 2540
- Jaspers Brush 2540
- Cambewarra 2540
- Cambewarra Village 2540
- Tapitallee 2540
- Shoalhaven Heads 2535
- Greenwell Point 2540
- Callala Bay 2540
- Callala Beach 2540
Where can I park at the Nowra clinic?
Is the clinic accessible?
Our Nowra clinic has step free entry and accessible bathrooms. If you need support, please let us know before your appointment so we can assist.
How do I make a referral or booking?
You can either book/refer online in our bookings directory, call the clinic on 02 4445 3700, email us at
nowraclinic@opt.net.au or ask your GP or Support Coordinator to send a referral. We confirm details and match you to the right practitioner based on your goals.
Do you provide NDIS services at Nowra?
Which services are available at Nowra?
Our Nowra clinic offers Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Exercise Physiology, Positive Behaviour Support, Podiatry, Dietetics, Early Childhood Intervention, and Pre-Employment Medicals. See each service page for details.
How soon can I get an appointment?
Appointment availability varies by service and practitioner, for a full list of clinics capacity, please see our referrers hub.
Do you offer telehealth from Nowra?
Yes. Most services are available via telehealth. We’ll confirm suitability during your enquiry or referral.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring your referral, Medicare or NDIS details, any relevant reports, and comfortable clothing for movement based assessments.
How do reviews work for this clinic?
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How Can We Support You Today?
Our Core Services
A team of caring health professionals working together around you.
From physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation to speech pathology, dietetics, podiatry and more, your care is coordinated not fragmented.
NDIS Disability Services
Navigating the NDIS can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone.
As a registered NDIS provider, we align therapy with your plan and help map out a clear and sustainable pathway so funding works for you.
Careers at Optimum
Do meaningful work without burning out.
Join a supportive multidisciplinary team where mentoring, collaboration and professional growth are part of everyday practice.
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