A little preparation can help your care team understand your needs more quickly and make your visit easier.

Bring the essentials

  • Identification and your hospital card, if you have one.
  • Your insurance card or authorisation details where applicable.
  • Referral letters, previous results and relevant scan images.
  • A current list of medicines, supplements and known allergies.

Confirm specialist schedules

General and emergency care is available around the clock, while specialist clinics operate on published schedules. Review the Clinic Schedules page before travelling.

Know when not to wait

For severe pain, difficulty breathing, heavy bleeding, loss of consciousness, serious injury or rapidly worsening symptoms, seek emergency assessment immediately.

Medical note

This article provides general information only. For advice about your health, arrange a clinical consultation. For severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, seek urgent care.