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If you’re looking for quick medical attention from the comfort of your home, turning to telehealth Sydney locals can trust may be a practical idea for your household. But what happens when you need telehealth services after hours and your family Doctor isn’t available for a consultation? That’s where we come in.
You can experience this quality urgent medical care outside of regular clinic hours through 13SICK, Australia’s largest network of trusted after hours Doctors. We use cutting-edge technology so you can get personalised, dependable healthcare without leaving your home. So, when you don’t have access to a telehealth GP Sydney patients can turn to after hours, we’re here to bridge that gap.
If you’re new to telehealth consultations, here are four helpful questions to guide you about our service.
There are many telehealth services designed to provide remote medical guidance and advice during typical clinic after hours. These services are particularly helpful for medical needs that don’t require a trip to the emergency room. However, the specific operating hours may vary depending on your chosen platform or Doctor.
AT 13SICK, we connect you with Doctors who can provide medical advice or guidance for acute and episodic illnesses or injuries through telehealth prescriptions and consultations before 8.00 a.m. and after 6.00 p.m. from Monday to Friday and before 8.00 a.m. and after 12.00 p.m. on Saturdays. Meanwhile, on Sundays and public holidays, our services are available all day.
These hours also apply to our remote Doctor visits. However, home visits are only available in select locations.
By supporting the family GP in providing much-needed medical attention when they’re not available during these hours, 13SICK ensures that patients get consistent quality care.
If you’re looking for Medicare-covered Telehealth Sydney-wide, 13SICK is the right platform for you. With us, you can access telehealth online without any out-of-pocket costs – you just have to use your Medicare and Gold DVA card to benefit from bulk billing.
Those looking for telehealth Sydney locals can rely on won’t be disappointed with 13SICK’s high-quality care. Our network of Doctors is made up of Doctors who are fully qualified and registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as required by the Medical Board of Australia.
So, you can trust them to give professional medical advice tailored to your needs. On top of that, our Doctors are also qualified to make referrals and issue medical certificates or a telehealth script if they deem it necessary.
That depends on which telehealth platform you turn to, as there are different types of virtual healthcare Sydney-wide. The telehealth Sydney residents can receive from us at 13SICK only addresses urgent but non-emergency acute, episodic illnesses and injuries.
That being said, please note that our online medical services are not a substitute for live-saving emergency services. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please go directly to the nearest emergency room or call triple zero (000) for assistance.
Yes, similarly to telehealth Cairns locals can turn to, you can use your Medicare or Gold DVA card to cover the cost of your 13SICK telehealth consultations as well as home visits in Sydney.
At 13SICK, we aim not just to offer telehealth Sydney patients need but also to make it as smooth as possible.
You can choose to access our telehealth service either by video call, phone call or text chat. However, keep in mind that your symptoms may require a telehealth type other than your initial selection.
During the session, your Doctor will ask about your symptoms and provide tailored medical advice. If necessary, the Doctor can also issue prescriptions, conveniently delivered through eScripts, making the logistics of receiving medications straightforward and efficient.
When using 13SICK’s telehealth AU-wide, we recommend testing your internet connection while waiting for your session to begin. This may help ensure a smooth consultation session for yourself and your Doctor.
13SICK is accredited to the standards developed by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) for medical deputising services, and our Doctors are fully qualified and registered with AHPRA. So, when it comes to providing telehealth Sydney locals can trust, we’ve got you covered.
With over three decades of expertise, 13SICK is here to bridge the gap between patients and physicians, offering swift, reliable medical assistance when GPs aren’t available.
As Australia’s leading network for after hours Doctors, we provide essential services across capital cities, focusing on acute episodic illnesses that demand immediate attention. You can count on 13SICK for seamless, compassionate telehealth Sydney patients can access after hours.
No need for an online telehealth appointment – request your consultation with us today.
Disclaimer: 13SICK cannot guarantee a script or a medical certificate or a medical referral for your consultation. This will be determined by the Doctor during your consultation.
This service is for urgent after hours medical attention. In case of an emergency, please call triple zero (000).
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