Emily McGrath
Alliance Clinics (formerly Alliance Rehabilitation)
About
Alliance Clinics dietitians are Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) with at least a four-year degree in nutrition and health science. They provide evidence-based, tailored advice across a broad range of areas including weight management, medical nutrition therapy, chronic disease, disability, and paediatric nutrition. The team offers individualised dietary counselling, group nutrition education, cooking groups, shopping support, recipe modification, and menu development.
Services are available in-clinic across Mackay and Townsville locations, via telehealth, and through home visits. The clinic operates as a multidisciplinary allied health service, enabling close collaboration with psychologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists for holistic client care. Alliance Clinics is a Registered NDIS Provider, Medicare provider, and DVA provider.
Approach: Evidence-based, individualised, goal-oriented, holistic and multidisciplinary
Weight Loss Approach
Evidence-based, individualised nutrition plans for sustainable, long-term weight management. Focus on structured, balanced nutrition with portion management strategies.
Yes – pre- and post-bariatric surgery nutrition support is offered. Psychology team also available for pre/post bariatric assessment and support.
Areas of Expertise
Location
Alliance Clinics (formerly Alliance Rehabilitation)
Mackay: Shop 10/14 Heaths Rd, Mt Pleasant QLD 4740
Multiple Locations
Yes – three locations: Townsville (703 Ross River Rd, Kirwan), Pimlico (51 Fulham Rd, Pimlico), and Mackay (10/14 Heaths Rd, Mt Pleasant). Telehealth also available.
Qualifications
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare provider – accepts referrals under Chronic Disease Management (EPC) plans. APD credential is recognised by Medicare.
NDIS
Registered NDIS Provider. Adheres to AS/NZS ISO 9001 quality framework. Plan-managed, self-managed and agency-managed clients accepted (specific funding types not explicitly stated).
DVA
DVA provider – APD credential recognised by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA).
Private Health
Registered with private health insurers (specific funds not listed, but APD credential is recognised by private health insurers).
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