Season’s greetings from all of us at GC Rehab. We would like to thank our patients, families, and colleagues for your support throughout the year.
Please note that our clinic will be closed over the Christmas and New Year period to allow our team some time to rest and spend time with loved ones.
Clinic closure dates: Friday 20 December 2025 – Monday 6 January 2026 (inclusive) We will reopen on Tuesday 7 January 2026.
During this time:
Emails and phone messages will be monitored intermittently
For urgent medical concerns, please contact your GP or attend your nearest emergency department
We kindly encourage patients to organise prescriptions and appointments ahead of the holiday period where possible.
We wish you and your families a safe, peaceful, and joyful festive season, and we look forward to caring for you again in the New Year 🎄✨
Warm regards, The GC Rehab Team
Dr Jom Jiao completes advanced cryoneurolysis training in Canada
We’re excited to share that Dr Jom Jiao has recently returned from Canada after attending an advanced workshop on cryoneurolysis for spasticity management, led by international expert Dr Paul Winston. This innovative, ultrasound-guided procedure targets overactive nerves to help reduce muscle stiffness and improve movement in selected patients.
Dr Jiao’s training with Dr Winston—one of the pioneers of cryoneurolysis in neurorehabilitation—further strengthens GC Rehab’s commitment to providing the latest evidence-based treatments in spasticity care. Cryoneurolysis will soon be available as an additional treatment option for suitable patients at GC Rehab.
For more information, send us an email at info@gcrehab.com.au or call (07) 5690 1727.
Dr Jom Jiao attends Global Ixcellence Clinical Expert Forum in MunichJune 14–16, 2025 – Munich, Germany
Dr Jiao recently returned from the Global Ixcellence Clinical Network Expert Training Forum 2025, held in Munich, Germany — a prestigious international event focused on advanced clinical use of botulinum toxin therapy for conditions such as spasticity and cervical dystonia.
The forum brought together leading clinicians from around the world to share the latest in evidence-based practice, innovative techniques, and patient-centred approaches to care.
Dr Jiao’s attendance reflects GC Rehab’s commitment to staying at the forefront of neurorehabilitation, ensuring our patients receive the most up-to-date and effective treatments available.
We look forward to applying these insights here on the Gold Coast — further enhancing our approach to spasticity management, cervical dystonia care, and ultrasound-guided injection therapies.
GC Rehab Has Moved!
We’re excited to announce that GC Rehab has a new home! You can now find us at:
Unit 505, John Flynn Specialist Suites 42 Inland Drive, Tugun QLD 4224
Our new location allows us to continue providing the same expert rehabilitation services in a modern, convenient setting.
We look forward to welcoming you to our new space!
GC Rehab welcomes Dr Judith Dierkes!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Judith Dierkes to our team. A skilled Rehabilitation Medicine Physician, Dr. Dierkes has extensive training in Medicine, Movement Sciences, and Biological Health Sciences from leading universities in Australia and the Netherlands.
With broad international experience in both public and private settings, she specializes in a variety of conditions, including spinal cord injuries, stroke, traumatic brain injury, cancer rehabilitation, and musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Dierkes is dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-based care to optimize recovery and improve the quality of life for her patients.
We are thrilled to have her on board!
Dr Jiao Expands Expertise in Spasticity Management
We’re excited to share that Dr Jiao recently attended the prestigious Spasticity X Symposium in Houston, Texas, where leading experts gathered to discuss the latest advancements in spasticity treatment and management. This event provided invaluable insights into innovative therapies and cutting-edge approaches to help improve outcomes for individuals living with spasticity. Following the symposium, Dr Jiao had the privilege of observing at TIRR Memorial Hermann, one of the world’s top rehabilitation centers. This experience offered a firsthand look at their pioneering techniques in neurorehabilitation and patient care, further enhancing his expertise.
Dr Jiao’s commitment to staying at the forefront of rehabilitation medicine ensures that GC Rehab continues to provide the highest standard of care to our community. We look forward to integrating these learnings into our practice to better support our patients.
Stay tuned for more updates from GC Rehab!
Upper Limb Spasticity Management for community therapists
Build confidence and practical skills to understand & manage your upper limb clients with spasticity.
Calling all community therapists.
Join a group of experts from the medical, allied health and university sectors to build confidence working in this clinical space
AIMS:
Share knowledge and build confidence in community therapists working with clients with upper limb spasticity.
Focus on the assessment process, goal setting priorities and feasible treatment options.
Empower community clinicians to build linkages with experts and understand the process for long term upper limb spasticity management.
Build networks & establish connections to aid quality care.
