Patients.org.au

Australian Patients Association

WebThe APA is an independent not-for-profit association dedicated to championing and protecting the rights and interests of patients, improving the patient …

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URL: https://www.patients.org.au/

PATIENTS STRUGGLING TO ACCESS AND AFFORD TIMELY …

WebOverall, 14% of people said this has prevented them from accessing telehealth to get timely and affordable care, whilst 22% of people aged 18-34 faced this …

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Accessing your Health Information

WebAustralian legislation provides patients with the right to request access to health information held by health service providers that pertain to them. Patients or …

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Information fact sheets about your medical procedure

WebInformed Consent is an important Patient Right. Informed consent in healthcare means a patient must be given understandable and clear information about …

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Make the most of your GP appointment

WebMake the most of your GP appointment. Introduction. This page is to help you make the most of your GP appointment. It includes tips on how to prepare, what to …

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Medical Negligence

WebMedical negligence refers to a circumstance where the standard of care that can be reasonably expected of a medical practitioner has not been met. In order to be …

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Medical Power of Attorney. What it is. How to give and …

WebA medical decision maker is appointed through a document executed by the person whose medical decisions will be made for them, if required. Details on those …

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Doctor Consultations

WebA doctor consultation is a broad term meaning a meeting between a patient and a health practitioner to discuss the patient’s health. It can take place in various settings, …

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Informed Consent

WebInformed Consent. Informed consent in the medical field is both a legal and ethical concept, and is defined at the patient giving autonomous authorisation of a certain …

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Australian Healthcare Index June 2022

Web2022-06-21T08:48:05+10:0021 June 2022. The Australian Healthcare Index provides a pulse check on healthcare in Australia based on people’s perspectives and experiences. …

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Working together to keep you well

WebAn open letter to Australia _____ August 2021 Dear Fellow Australians, Working together to keep you well, The Continuity of Care Collaboration wants to remind …

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Types of Consultations

WebTypes of Consultations There are three main types of medical consultations, in person where you attend a clinic or a medical personal attends your home as well as …

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Chronic Care Plans, Extended Care Plans

WebGP Management Plan (GPMP), Extended Care Plan and Team Care Arrangement (TCA) GPMP: If you have a chronic medical condition (one lasting more …

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Elective Surgery Waiting Times

WebThe most common Elective surgeries are Cataract surgery, Excisional surgery, Contraceptive and procreative management surgery, hip replacement surgery, …

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