AMAVIC Peer Support

Talk anonymously and confidentially with a medical colleague by phone for support for a range of issues 8am—10pm every day of the year.

Call 1300 853 338

VDHP

A free, confidential service for doctors and medical students who have health concerns such as stress, mental health problems, substance use problems, or any other health issues. Support is available 24/7.

Call 1300 330 543

Lifeline

For urgent assistance

Call 131114

https://www.lifeline.org.au/

AMA Victoria regularly receives enquiries from members of the public. Answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive can be found below. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, contact triple zero immediately. Emergency (Police/Fire/Ambulance) - 000.

There's no bulk billing in my local area or I have a complaint about GP shortages

Raise your concerns with your Federal Member of Parliament.

Further information:

• Dr Danielle McMullen on bulk billing and GP shortages | AMA

• Mark Butler says GP system 'in the worst shape it has been in the 40-year history of Medicare' | ABC News

• Why is my doctor no longer bulk billing and is Medicare in crisis? | The Guardian
  
  

I am trying to locate a doctor or find out if they are still registered or make a complaint about a doctor.

Contact the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) on 1300 419 495.

I want to make a complaint about a health service provided in Victoria or a registered health service provider, or a health service that has been requested, even if not delivered or about the way my health records and information have been managed.

https://hcc.vic.gov.au/public/about-complaints

What support services are available in my local suburb?

Contact your local council to find out what services and support are available including medical.

Where can I find counselling support?

• Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636

• Life Support: 1300 735 030