The first dedicated Rehabilitation Service in WA

The Specialist Rehabilitation Service is patient-oriented and outcome-based and focuses primarily on non-trauma orthopedics and reconditioning. We also cater for patients who have experienced an acute illness or undergone surgery resulting in some deterioration in functional ability. The Service can also accommodate patients who may benefit from preconditioning. The program for inpatients will be fast track care, with an anticipated 'length of stay' up to fourteen days. Referrals for both inpatients and ambulatory patients will come from Specialists within Mercy Hospital, Specialists in other hospitals and General Practitioners.

Ian Wilson  

Dr Ian Wilson, Director of Rehabilitation

The rehabilitation service will be led by a Director of Rehabilitation, Dr Ian Wilson.

Dr Wilson is a Perth Rehabilitation Specialist and a Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation.

He leads an experienced, multidisciplinary team of rehabilitation nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Social Workers.
Anne Brady  

Dr Anne Brady, Rehabilitation Consultant

Dr Anne Brady is a Specialist Rehabilitation Medicine Physician and a Fellow of the Australian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. She has 16 years experience working in Rehabilitation Units in several public and private hospitals in NSW and Perth including Shenton Park Campus and Royal Perth Hospital. Dr Brady recently moved back to Perth and is excited to join the enthusiastic and dedicated team of the Specialist Rehabilitation Service at Mercy Hospital.
Gaynor Taylor

Gaynor Taylor, Referral Coordinator

Referrals to this service are assessed by the Referral Coordinator – Gaynor Taylor. The assessment is then discussed with the team to ensure suitability and to assist in designing a patient orientated goal focused program.

Gaynor has over 15years experience as a Registered Nurse and has a vast amount of experience in different specialties and a strong knowledge base. Gaynor is UK trained and joined the MercyCare team in 2008.

Her current role is that of the Rehabilitation Referral Coordinator. Her role is to facilitate patients smooth transition and admission in our specialised service to support them in their recovery
Mark Cook

Mark Cook, Nurse Unit Manager

Mark Cook has been a practicing nurse for 16 years, having trained initially in Victoria and has a background in medical, emergency and trauma nursing, staff education and management. 

As Nurse Unit Manager of the Specialised Rehabilitation Service, Mark is responsible for the running of the service and its clinical standards. Mark also coordinates bed movements, customer satisfaction and ensures excellent clinical care is provided to our patients. 

For any enquires regarding this Service, please contact the unit directly on 08 9370 9470 or download the referral form here.