Medical Referrals at Brunswick Doctors

Getting a Specialist Referral from a GP in Brunswick

At Brunswick Doctors, our GPs understand that certain health concerns require specialized care beyond the scope of general practice. This care may be provided by a specialist medical doctor, surgeon, or allied health professional.

Comprehensive Healthcare Referrals

Common Types of Specialist Services Requiring GP Referrals:

• Psychologists or Psychiatrists: For mental health concerns, ADHD diagnosis

• Gynaecologists: For women’s health issues and minor surgeries such as colposcopy

• Fertility Specialists: For IVF, egg freezing, PCOS, endometriosis

• Dermatologists: For complex skin issues such as severe acne, psoriasis, eczema

• Paediatricians: For complex health issues in young children

• Urologists: For issues involving the urinary tract and the male reproductive system

• Gastroenterologists: For digestive disorders such as IBS and coeliac disease

How to Obtain a Referral

Do I Need to See a GP Before Going to a Specialist?

In Australia, you require a referral letter from a GP in order to visit a specialist clinic. Our doctors will first work with you to thoroughly discuss and investigate your health concerns, ensuring you fully understand your options and the care pathways available to you. Following this, we can provide you with a referral letter if required, which will allow you to make an appointment with the necessary specialist.

Alongside your specialist consultation, our GPs will continue to follow up with you to ensure that your health concerns are addressed comprehensively. Patients of our clinic feel well supported knowing they have an experienced doctor as their main point of contact, assisting in coordinating their care with input from other healthcare professionals. With us, you will always have a friendly face to come back and have a chat with!

Consultation and Specialist Recommendations

Who Will You Refer Me To?

Brunswick Doctors has long-standing relationships with various specialists across Melbourne, enabling us to provide tailored referrals for your unique healthcare needs. If you have a preferred specialist in mind, we're more than happy to collaborate with them as well.

How much will a Specialist Appointment Cost?

Unfortunately, we have no control over the fees charged by specialists. Costs may vary depending on whether the specialist works in the private or public health system, and whether they provide bulk-billing or accept private health insurance. It is your responsibility to discuss costs and payment arrangements with the specialist you are referred to before arranging an appointment.

Schedule Your Referral Appointment

Book an Appointment for a Referral

To book an appointment for a consultation and potential specialist referral, use our online booking application or give us a ring to chat with one of our friendly receptionists. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best possible support throughout your healthcare journey.

Contact Us

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us.