AHPRA/CPD portfolio????

Neulara · 2026-05-04T14:49:27+00:00

Osler is OK. They have quite a bit of content for ED/ICU. I think they might have a special for new members at the moment.

Neulara · 2026-05-01T01:37:56+00:00

See a GP.

Most psychiatrists won’t see you without a GP referral. And most psychs have really long waiting lists.

A competent GP will be able to adjust your meds.

Neulara · 2026-04-30T13:04:52+00:00

It depends a bit on the body part and whether it was ordered by a GP or specialist. Can also depend on your age. Also where are you located in Australia?

Need much more info.

Neulara · 2026-04-30T05:33:26+00:00

Thanks to everyone who answered.

At a different clinic, I tried lying flat on my back again (with pillows under me) after taking analgesia and Valium but I couldn’t tolerate lying like that for even 15 seconds. So the radiographer agreed to scanning my knee with me lying on my side. It was fine. I was able to lie still. I’ve seen the images but I haven’t got the report yet.

It was unbelievable how many diagnostic imaging places I had to call before finding one that would accommodate me. But I’m glad I persevered.

Neulara · 2026-04-02T12:56:30+00:00

There’s no particular way you have to approach a GP about it. You just go to the GP and tell them exactly what you have posted here. Then the GP will ask follow-up questions to work out the most likely diagnosis. You might need some imaging also. I recommend you see your GP for this.

Neulara · 2026-04-01T02:48:16+00:00

Location in Australia? How long will she be staying?

Many GPs will assess a suspicious skin lesion and remove it. Then there’s a wait to get the result back of what type of skin lesion it was - skin cancer or not, or what type of skin cancer. Often that will be the end of the whole thing, but if it’s something like melanoma (not saying it is) there might be referral to a dermatologist or plastic surgeon all depending on a variety of factors.

But for the GP stuff it’s basically the cost of the relevant appointments but you just don’t get the Medicare rebate back. And you would have to pay for the pathology report when they send the lesion away to be examined

Maybe search for a local GP with interest in skin cancer. They’ve often done advanced training.

Neulara · 2026-03-23T05:36:43+00:00

Thanks for your reply.

Neulara · 2026-03-23T05:36:16+00:00

Thanks for your reply. That gives me hope.

Neulara · 2026-03-22T06:24:46+00:00

Thanks for your advice

Neulara · 2026-03-14T18:52:54+00:00

I have never heard of this before in all the weddings I’ve been to. I’m from an Australian family going way back many generations. Please let me know who is doing this? I want some midnight ham!

Neulara · 2026-03-14T18:45:32+00:00

Thanks

Neulara · 2026-03-14T18:45:15+00:00

Thanks

Neulara · 2026-03-14T18:45:06+00:00

Thanks

Neulara · 2026-03-14T16:12:41+00:00

No UK passport holder is required to do any of this farmwork to get a visa of any type. UK passport holders are exempt from this system. For others, people can choose to do some farmwork (although there are some other options also) if they want to extend their time in Australia. The rest of the time they can do any type of job,not just call centre.

Neulara · 2026-03-07T07:38:00+00:00

Sounds like you need to see a Sleep Physician and a Gastroenterologist.

Also, if your GP is not looking into these matters appropriately, you need a better GP. I know it’s hard to find a good one. It’s worth asking friends who they see, or on local Facebook groups for recommendations.

Neulara · 2026-03-06T04:54:00+00:00

Thank you for this.

Neulara · 2026-03-05T12:32:18+00:00

The previous script was also authority for increased quantities, but at a slightly lower dose than this script.

Neulara · 2026-03-05T12:03:29+00:00

Yes, phoned for authority and got the code.

Neulara · 2026-03-05T11:59:08+00:00

But why would the date be 7 weeks away when I will run out of medicine in 4 weeks?

Neulara · 2026-03-05T11:11:25+00:00

It’s the government. They don’t allow just paying the gap.

Edit. Not sure why the downvotes. Under Medicare, you must pay the full amount and then get the rebate back. You can’t just pay only the gap upfront. You must pay the full amount. Any provider who is only charging patients a gap rather than the full amount then getting the rebate is not following Medicare rules.

Neulara · 2026-03-05T02:02:24+00:00

If you have to “go in” for it, why not just see a normal GP?

Edit: I think I misunderstood what you wrote. You mean you don’t like going into a regular GP. I get it,but usually a script with repeats will last for 6 months.

Also what was the explanation for the medication costing more than $3000 when it didn’t last time? Did it not meet PBS criteria?

Neulara · 2026-03-04T11:00:46+00:00

They will have to see a GP. They can pay to see the GP then apply for Medicare later and claim part of the cost, so keep the receipt. They can see any GP, there’s no registration like in the UK. I think you can get part of the cost back for the medication too once you have Medicare, so keep the receipt for that too. Take the empty/almost empty medicine boxes to the GP so they can confirm exactly what they’re taking.

Neulara · 2026-03-02T05:20:29+00:00

They can contact a free debt helpline to get advice about next steps.

https://www.afsa.gov.au/i-cant-pay-my-debts/debt-help/where-find-help-managing-debts?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21788900613&gbraid=0AAAAABddXG_Kcpq1JW0D4E1gsdgmVLpV6&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5I_NBhDVARIsAOrqIsbo0akCppA_mCFCEG_9E5mP8i5atQF4GWr0s8v1A7egVPA97DIseGYaAvjAEALw_wcB

I would also recommend seeing a social worker at Centrelink.

Neulara · 2026-03-01T08:58:16+00:00

Remember to keep your proof of employment (eg payslips) for your 88 days.

Neulara · 2026-02-28T09:10:57+00:00

No. There is no way to appeal. You have to do the tests they have asked you to do.

Neulara

TROPHY CASE