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In Australia, when you fall sick, you can't just go to see a medical specialist or go straight to the hospital (unless in an emergency) you would need to visit a GP(General Practitioner) first to get a referral. However, before you can see a GP, specialist or dentist you would first need to need to make an appointment. Most of the GP's would be able to fit you in within a couple of days, however the waiting period could be up to two or three weeks if you were going to see a specialist. You would not be able to buy antibiotics and most medicines the counter, as you would first need to get a prescription from a GP then get the prescription filled by a pharmacist. You could search for a GP, medical practitioner or dentist practicing in your area in the Yellowpages by entering details given below. WHAT - medical practitioner or dentist Below are some useful links for students to find out more about healthcare and medical insurance in Australia. University
Health Care Services - medical, dental and optical services
provided by the university University
of Wollongong Childcare - childcare services provided
by the university. Australian Department of Health and Ageing - provides general information on health, drugs, diseases, injuries and health statistics in Australia for students MBF
- Medical Benefits Fund of Australia Limited. Health Insite - provides general information on general health issues such as conditions and disease. |
