March Ahead maintains a 100% compliance record with DVA reporting standards. Since our establishment, we have zero regulatory concerns or adverse findings from DVA, AHPRA, or any regulatory body. All March Ahead reports are prepared in accordance with RANZCP guidelines and DVA requirements, including mandatory psychometric testing and comprehensive clinical documentation.
March Ahead operates with complete independence from advocacy groups, claims agents, and third-party organisations. We do not accept referral fees or engage in commercial referral arrangements with any third party. We have no kickback arrangements or commission-based referral schemes. This strict independence ensures our psychiatric assessments are objective and free from external influence, veterans can trust that our reports represent accurate clinical findings without financial bias.
March Ahead is fully AHPRA registered with complete regulatory and ethical compliance. All our psychiatrists are Fellows of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) and maintain current medical registration. Our clinicians have extensive experience in veteran mental health, trauma-related disorders, and medico-legal psychiatric assessment.
Committed to the well-being of Australian veterans with professional services
Leveraging years of specialized experience in veteran mental health
Delivering unbiased psychiatric reports for fair outcomes
Ensuring every Australian veteran can access our services globally
MBBS.FRANZCP
Founder, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Director
Dr Charana Perera is a Consultant Psychiatrist and the Founder of March Ahead, a specialist service providing independent psychiatric assessments for veterans. He is committed to clinical excellence and impartiality, delivering objective, evidence-based evaluations for Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) claims and medico-legal reporting. Dr Perera has five years of specialist experience in general adult psychiatry, with particular expertise in trauma-related disorders, veterans' mental health, and medico-legal assessments. His background also includes perinatal and women's mental health, contributing to a broad and nuanced understanding of psychiatric presentations across diverse populations. At March Ahead, he conducts independent psychiatric evaluations for veterans and ensures all assessments meet the highest professional and ethical standards in accordance with AHPRA, RANZCP, and DVA requirements. He leads a team of psychiatrists and clinical psychologists, maintaining a rigorous and impartial assessment process focused on accuracy and integrity. Dr Perera remains actively involved in professional education and veteran-focused initiatives, contributing to peer discussions, medico-legal training, and collaborative work aimed at strengthening the quality of psychiatric assessments within the veteran mental health sector.
Executive Support Coordinator
Laura is the Executive Support Coordinator at March Ahead, bringing over a decade of experience in administration, executive support, and virtual assistance across healthcare, legal, and corporate settings. Highly organised and detail-oriented, she is adept at streamlining processes, managing complex schedules, coordinating communications, and ensuring seamless operational efficiency. Her ability to multitask and maintain meticulous attention to detail makes her an invaluable asset to the team. Laura's extensive experience in healthcare administration has equipped her with the skills to liaise effectively with clinicians, patients, and stakeholders. She is a highly skilled communicator who fosters strong professional relationships while ensuring that all client interactions are handled with efficiency and discretion. Her ability to anticipate needs and proactively address challenges ensures the smooth operation of March Ahead's daily functions. With a background in psychological sciences and a diploma in professional writing and editing, Laura brings a unique blend of analytical thinking, structured organisation, and strong written communication skills to her role. She is passionate about delivering high-quality administrative support and is committed to optimising workflow, enhancing efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Outside of work, Laura enjoys reading, writing, and exploring developments in psychology and mental health. Her dedication to excellence, reliability, and strong work ethic make her an integral part of the March Ahead team, ensuring the organisation operates seamlessly and efficiently.