https://www.marchahead.com.au/Plain-language guides on DVA claims and veteran mental health, and news from March Ahead.en-au https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-hub68https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-hub68Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMTPractice newsWe are planning a relocation to Hub68, Redland City's integrated healthcare precinct at 58-68 Delancey Street, Ormiston. What this means for you: the same trusted team in an enhanced environment, easier referrals and collaboration with other clinicians in the precinct, expanded service opportunities, and clear communication through a smooth transition. Telehealth appointments continue Australia-wide as normal. https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-ranzcp-2026https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-ranzcp-2026Thu, 07 May 2026 23:00:00 GMTResearchThe March Ahead psychiatric team organised another well-received symposium at the RANZCP Congress 2026 in Melbourne (3 to 7 May 2026). Building on our 2025 Gold Coast Congress session, "When the Alpha is Broken", this year's symposium, "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Military Trauma, Neurobiology, Cultural Competency, and the Complex Landscape of Veteran Mental Health", brought together academic scholars, clinicians, neuropsychiatrists, psychiatrists and veterans with lived experience. Key themes: Professor Ben Wadham on moral injury, institutional betrayal and identity wounds; Dr Edwin El https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-ranzcp-accepthttps://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-ranzcp-acceptWed, 14 Jan 2026 23:00:00 GMTResearchThe March Ahead psychiatric team's abstract for a Combined Symposium at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) Congress 2026, Melbourne, has been accepted. Symposium title: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Military trauma, neurobiology, cultural competency, and the complex landscape of veteran mental health. Presentation type: combined symposium (90 minutes). This is the second consecutive year the team has been accepted to present at the RANZCP Congress in military and veteran psychiatry. In 2025 the team presented "When the Alpha is Broken" at the Gold Coast https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-legacy-gala-2025https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-legacy-gala-2025Fri, 14 Nov 2025 23:00:00 GMTCommunityMarch Ahead was proud to serve again as a consecutive Silver Sponsor at the Legacy Gala Dinner on 15 November 2025. It was a sparkling evening, raising an outstanding $401,837 in support of Legacy's work with the veteran community. Special thanks to our wonderful March Ahead team for representing the organisation with commitment and enthusiasm, and to our valued guests and corporate partners who attended in strong numbers. https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-gp-dinner-2025https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-gp-dinner-2025Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:00:00 GMTEducationMarch Ahead hosted an educational GP Dinner Forum at Fiction Bar and Restaurant, Cleveland, exploring key topics in modern psychiatry: veteran mental health and PTSD, adult ADHD, addiction, chronic pain, and the role of lifestyle, diet and technology in psychiatric wellbeing. Presentations and round-table discussions were led by A/Prof Charana Perera (PTSD and veteran-related topics), Dr Saibal Guha (adults with ADHD), Dr Aneal Jamal (mental health, lifestyle and technology), Dr Navid Amiribadi (how a pain specialist can help your patients) and Dr Ashlea White (drug and alcohol issues). Proud https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-pine-rivers-2025https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-pine-rivers-2025Mon, 20 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMTEducationMarch Ahead was proud to jointly host an academic session with Pine Rivers Private Hospital at Komo, Redcliffe, on 21 October 2025, focusing on common mental health conditions among veterans, including the management of PTSD, depressive and anxiety disorders, and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Associate Professor Charana Perera, Founder and Lead Psychiatrist at March Ahead, presented on contemporary approaches to veteran mental health and neurorehabilitation, including emerging technologies such as virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, social robotics, brain-computer interfac https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-open-door-2025https://www.marchahead.com.au/news/#n-open-door-2025Tue, 30 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMTEducationDr Charana Perera, Consultant Psychiatrist and Associate Professor, presented "Yet Another Battle: Reflections on Veterans' Pre-Assessment Distress" as part of the Open Door Seminar Series (Flinders University), a free online event. Drawing on experience providing psychiatric assessments for many veterans, the session explored how military culture, trauma and stigma affect the mental health of veterans and Defence personnel, and why trauma-informed, culturally competent care is needed. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/comprehensive-dva-psychiatric-assessment-garp/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/comprehensive-dva-psychiatric-assessment-garp/Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsUnderstand the components of a thorough DVA psychiatric assessment including GARP scoring, psychometric testing (PCL-5, PHQ-9, GAD-7), and why assessment depth affects your compensation. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/accessing-dva-mental-health-services/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/accessing-dva-mental-health-services/Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsLearn how to access free DVA mental health services. Guide to NLHC, Veteran White Card, Open Arms, and treatment options available to Australian veterans. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/supporting-veteran-mental-health-family/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/supporting-veteran-mental-health-family/Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMTFamiliesLearn how to support a veteran family member or friend with PTSD, depression, or anxiety. Practical guidance, resources, and support services for families. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/evidence-based-treatments-veteran-mental-health/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/evidence-based-treatments-veteran-mental-health/Tue, 01 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMTTreatmentLearn about proven treatments for veteran PTSD and mental health conditions. PE, CPT, and EMDR are recommended by Australian and international guidelines. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/telehealth-psychiatric-assessment-veterans/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/telehealth-psychiatric-assessment-veterans/Tue, 25 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMTTelehealthAccess DVA psychiatric assessments from anywhere in Australia via telehealth. Learn how video assessments work, their effectiveness, and what to expect. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/veterans-review-board-appeal-dva/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/veterans-review-board-appeal-dva/Tue, 18 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsIf your DVA claim was denied, you can appeal to the Veterans Review Board. Learn about the VRB process, timeframes, and how psychiatric evidence supports appeals. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/military-transition-mental-health/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/military-transition-mental-health/Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMTWellbeingTransition from ADF to civilian life is a high-risk period for mental health. Learn about challenges, support services, and how to access help during this critical time. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-psychiatric-report-requirements/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-psychiatric-report-requirements/Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsLearn what DVA requires in psychiatric reports for compensation claims. Understand DSM-5 diagnosis, service connection, impairment assessment, and report standards. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/choosing-independent-psychiatric-assessor-dva/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/choosing-independent-psychiatric-assessor-dva/Tue, 25 Feb 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsLearn what to look for in an independent psychiatric assessor for your DVA claim. Understand qualifications, independence, veteran experience, and report quality. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/anxiety-veterans-australia/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/anxiety-veterans-australia/Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:00:00 GMTConditionsAnxiety disorders affect many Australian veterans. Learn about panic disorder, social anxiety, GAD symptoms, and evidence-based treatments available through DVA. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/depression-veterans-australia/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/depression-veterans-australia/Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:00:00 GMTConditionsDepression is one of the most common conditions affecting Australian veterans. Learn about symptoms, service-related causes, DVA support, and evidence-based treatment options. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/ptsd-australian-veterans/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/ptsd-australian-veterans/Tue, 04 Feb 2025 23:00:00 GMTConditionsPTSD affects 17.7% of ex-serving ADF members. Learn about symptoms, causes, treatment options, and how to access DVA support for PTSD as an Australian veteran https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-mental-health-claims-process/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-mental-health-claims-process/Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsStep-by-step guide to the DVA mental health claims process. How to lodge a claim, what evidence is needed, psychiatric assessment requirements, and timelines for Australian veterans. https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-psychiatric-assessment-duration/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-psychiatric-assessment-duration/Mon, 20 Jan 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsDVA psychiatric assessments typically take 2-3 hours plus psychometric testing. Full breakdown of timeframes, what happens during the assessment, and report turnaround times https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-psychiatric-assessment-guide/https://www.marchahead.com.au/insights/dva-psychiatric-assessment-guide/Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:00:00 GMTDVA claimsComplete guide to DVA psychiatric assessments for Australian veterans. What to expect, how to prepare, types of reports, costs, and timeframes. By FRANZCP-qualified psychiatrists at March Ahead