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What Type Of Specialist Referral Would You Like To Consult With A Partner Doctor About?

With Updoc, you can connect with an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor about specialist referrals online within an hour.

Specialist Doctor

Would you like a referral to speak with a specialist doctor, such as a dermatologist or physiotherapist? Connect with a Partner Doctor today.

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Other Services (including imaging services)

If you need a specialist referral for services such as radiology, x-rays, or other imaging services, connect with a Partner Doctor now.

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Why Choose Updoc For Specialist Referral

Connect with an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor who can help you with online specialist referrals.

  • 100% online – request a consult 24/7 from the convenience of your home, anywhere in Australia.
  • Save time – get your referral online; don’t waste time calling around for an appointment, travelling to the clinic, and hanging out in the waiting room.
  • Partner Doctors are online from 6am to midnight every day, including public holidays.
  • Available after hours and on weekends, at no extra cost.
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How Specialist Referrals Work With Updoc

Step 1: Submit Your Referral Request

Complete an online medical questionnaire - it should only take a few minutes. This is your chance to share information with your Partner Doctor, including any questions or concerns relating to your request.

Step 2: Your Doctor Reviews Your Request

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.

Step 3: Get Your Specialist Referral Delivered To Your Phone

If approved and suitable, get your online referral delivered straight to your phone.

What Is A Specialist Referral Letter?

A specialist referral letter is a letter from your doctor (also known as a general practitioner or GP) to another health professional or service. Specialist referrals are usually intended to get expert help for a health problem, whether it’s a diagnosis or treatment.

Some examples of specialist referrals include:

With Updoc, the process for requesting a specialist referral is easy. Instead of booking an appointment with ayour clinicGP -, travelling to and from the doctor’s office, and hanging around the waiting room -, simply request a consultation online. 

An AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor will review your request and connect with you call you to discuss your healthcare. If suitable, you’ll get your online specialist referral letter delivered straight to your phone.

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Can I See A Specialist Without A Referral Letter?

Some specialists will see patients without a referral letter, but many don’t. Also, it’s important to note that Medicare will not cover any costs if you visit a specialist without a referral letter. 

With Updoc, it is easy and convenient to request a consultation with an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor from the comfort of your own home. You can request a consultation 24/7 – whenever suits you. Partner Doctors are online 24/7, including public holidays, to help with your healthcare needs.

You and your Partner Doctor will connect with you and determine the best course of action to ensure you receive healthcare you deserve.

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How Can Updoc Help You Today?

AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctors can assess your request, and if suitable, provide one of the following:

Online Medical Certificate

  • Reviewed and signed by a Partner Doctor.
  • Reviewed within 60 minutes (on average).
  • Single day and multi-day medical certificates available at the same cost.
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Online Prescription

  • New and repeat medication prescriptions.
  • Get your e-prescription delivered to your phone.
  • Have it delivered by a Partner Pharmacy, or collect from your local pharmacy.
Request from $39.95
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Telehealth Consultation

  • Connect with Registered Partner Doctors.
  • Partner Doctors are online from 6am to midnight.
  • Available after-hours and on weekends, at no extra cost.
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Mental Health

  • Connect with a Partner Doctor about anxiety, depression, stress or similar concerns.
  • If suitable, treatment options sent directly to your phone.
  • Excludes mental health treatment plans.
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Weight Loss

  • Connect with AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctors.
  • Solutions tailored to your lifestyle and weight loss goals.
  • If suitable, get medication delivered by an Updoc Partner Pharmacy.
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Sexual Health

  • Discreet support from AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctors from wherever you're comfortable..
  • STIs, contraception, pregnancy, and similar concerns.
  • Get an online referral for an STI test today.
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Specialist Referral

  • Provided by an AHPRA-registered Partner Doctor.
  • If suitable, get your referral letter sent directly to your phone.
  • Reviewed within 60 minutes (on average).
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Blood / Pathology Test

  • Provided by an AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctor.
  • If suitable, get your blood / pathology referral sent directly to your phone.
  • Get tested at your local pathology clinic when it suits you.
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Radiology / Imaging Referral

  • Provided by an AHPRA-Registered Partner Doctor.
  • If suitable, get your radiology / imaging referral sent directly to your phone.
  • Reviewed within 60 minutes (on average).
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a specialist referral last?

Most specialist referrals are valid for 12 months. If longer-term care is required, you can discuss an open-ended or extended specialist referral with your Partner Doctor to see if that’s a possibility. New health issues will require a new specialist referral.

Can I get a specialist referral online?

Yes! With Updoc, you can get a specialist referral online. If approved and suitable, your online referral will be delivered straight to your phone. Once you have your online specialist referral, you can make an appointment to visit your preferred specialist.

What if I miss the call from my Partner Doctor?

If you miss a call from your Partner Practitioner - you will rejoin the virtual waiting room and your Partner Practitioner may attempt to call you again. You may also receive a text message prior to your call to ensure you are ready to answer the call if it does arrive.

When will I receive my call from my Partner Doctor?

In most cases, you’ll receive a call from your Partner Doctor within an hour of making a request. However, keep in mind that Partner Doctors are online 6am to midnight and demand fluctuates. So, if a Partner Doctor doesn’t get to you on the day, you’ll get a call the following day.

When will I receive an outcome from my consultation?

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.

Who Can Provide A Specialist Referral Letter?

Health professionals can make referrals. 

With Updoc, AHPRA-registered Partner Doctors are online from 6am to midnight every day, including public holidays. They’re also available after hours and on weekends at no extra cost.

This makes it quick and easy to consult with a Partner Doctor. It’s no wonder more and more Australians are choosing Updoc for their specialist referral letters.

What Information Does A Specialist Referral Include?

Specialist referrals often include the following information:

  • The referring doctor’s information, including name, contact details, and signature.
  • The date of the referral. 
  • The reason for the specialist referral.
  • Any relevant or timely medical information.

Sometimes the referral is general in nature, which means it doesn’t include the name of a specific specialist. You can always ask your Partner Doctor for recommendations, or you can let them know the specialist you would like to be referred to.

If you have any questions, your Partner Doctor will be happy to answer them.

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