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With Updoc, you can request an online medical certificate, online doctor’s certificate, sick certificate, or carer's leave certificate in minutes.
Not feeling well and need a medical certificate to request the day off? Complete a quick form to request a medical certificate consult with an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor.
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Request CertificateWe make it fast, easy, and convenient. Whether you're looking for a medical certificate online, doctor’s certificate online, or sick certificate online, you can have an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor review your request within 60 minutes.
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Reviewed by a Medical Certificate Partner Doctor who can provide outcomes including: medical certificates. Any documents will be emailed to you, usually within the day.
Your consultation will be prioritised by Partner Doctors to ensure a faster response time. They can provide outcomes including: medical certificates. Any outcomes will be emailed to you, usually within an hour.
Complete a quick questionnaire - it should only take a few minutes.
Your AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor will review your request and ask any follow-up questions. If suitable, you'll get a call to discuss your healthcare.
If approved, you will get your online medical certificate delivered to your phone via SMS and email.
A medical certificate is an official document issued by a doctor after they have assessed your condition.
Having a medical certificate (also known as a doctor’s certificate or a sick note) allows you to focus on resting, recovering, and/or caring for someone, while legitimising your absence from work or school.
With Updoc, all you need to do is complete a quick questionnaire and your AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor will review your request and contact you with any follow up questions. It’s simple and convenient.
Yes. Online medical certificates meet the same criteria as traditional medical certificates. The only difference is that online medical certificates are provided virtually, saving you time and inconvenience (which is especially useful if you’re not feeling well).
At Updoc, you can be assured your medical certificate will be reviewed by an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor, and complies with the AMA Guidelines.
We also offer complimentary medical certificate verification for educational institutes and employers.
With Updoc, you can request online medical certificates, doctor's certificates, carer's leave certificates, and sick certificates. You can request single and multi-day certificates, although the length of time your medical certificate covers will be up to the discretion of your AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor.
Yes - online medical certificates are valid, and are the same as physical medical certificates. The only difference is online medical certificates are provided virtually.With Updoc, your symptoms and request for an online medical certificate is reviewed, considered and signed by an AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctor, and comply with the AMA Guidelines.
Yes - with Updoc you can connect with an AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctor who will assess your symptoms and determine if a medical certificate is suitable for you. A medical certificate is then delivered straight to your via SMS and email.
You don’t have to. With Updoc, you can consult with an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor from anywhere in Australia. Our online medical certificates are provided via a telehealth consult. Although ‘tele’ is in the name, all you need to do is complete a quick questionnaire, and a Partner Doctor will review your request and contact you with any follow up questions. It’s simple and convenient.
Carer’s leave is where an employee can take paid leave in order to care for or support a member of their immediate family, household member who is sick, injured, or had an emergency. Alternatively, sick leave is when an employee takes paid leave because they are unable to work because of personal illness or injury.All employees except casual employees are entitled to paid sick and carer’s leave.
You can request a consultation 24/7 – whenever suits you. Your Partner Doctors are online every day to help with your healthcare needs.
Updoc is a secure, online digital healthcare platform that facilitates consultations between users and AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctors. With Updoc, users are able to request a consult 24/7 from anywhere in Australia. Partner Doctors consult with users, and if they deem suitable – are able to provide medical certificates, prescriptions, referral letters, medical advice, and more.
Partner Doctors usually review requests within an hour. However, keep in mind that demand fluctuates. So, if a Partner Doctor doesn’t get to you on the day, you may get a call the following day.
Most medical certificate consults are reviewed within an hour. However, keep in mind that demand fluctuates. So, if a Partner Doctor doesn’t get to you on the day, you may get a call the following day.
Any medical certificates provided by your AHPRA-Registered Partner Practitioners on the Updoc platform meet all the requirements of the Fair Work Act 2009. However, some workplaces and universities may have their own requirements - it is best to check with your company/schools regulations. Additionally, Updoc offers complimentary employer and school verification on all provided medical certificates.
A mental health day is when you take a day off from school or work in an effort to alleviate some mental strain. Mental health days are different for everyone, but most involve relaxing, taking a break, and relieving stress.
If you need a mental health day, it's likely you should get an assessment from a Partner Doctor. It’s in the best interest of you and your employer. Learn more about the process, benefits, and how it works with our blog article.
Do you know the most common reasons Australians are requesting online medical certificates, sick certificates, or carer's leave certificates? Check out our blog article to learn more.
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