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At Care First Rehabilitation, we are reimagining vocational rehabilitation and pushing the boundaries of what it can be. We believe in research-based strategies that focus on the factors that matter; leading to rehabilitation outcomes that provide better value for clients and businesses. Our approach is targeted and professional, helping individuals to move forward through a challenging time in their lives.

Karl Cabena

Principal Consultant

Karl has worked in workplace rehabilitation and injury management since 2011 and has experience on both the employer and provider sides. He is committed to research-based practice and started Care First Rehabilitation to apply evidence-based methodologies to the discipline of vocational and occupational rehabilitation.

Karl has been accredited as an Exercise Physiologist (AEP) with Exercise and Sport Science Australia since 2011. He holds the following qualifications:

BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Health
Masters in Public Health
Graduate Certificate in Health Administration

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Testimonial

Care First Rehabilitation provided top-notch care. The environment was clean, and the team was always attentive to my needs. I couldn’t be happier with the results.

Emily R

The therapists at Care First Rehabilitation were fantastic! They helped me recover from a serious injury and made the entire process comfortable. I appreciate their dedication.

Michael P

I had an amazing experience at Care First Rehabilitation. The staff was friendly and very knowledgeable. They truly care about their patients’ well-being. Highly recommend!