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Gold Coast Primary Health Network commissions a range of primary care and mental health, alcohol and other drugs and suicide prevention services to meet the diverse and growing needs of the Gold Coast region. Our commissioned services are available at no cost to patients. View the full list of funded services by clicking on the links below.
The Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic is a dedicated GP-led multidisciplinary team with expertise in the management of Endometriosis and Pelvic pain for people in the Gold Coast region.
This is a dedicated Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain clinic that is led by a specialist doctor and supported by wide range of healthcare professionals. They support the local area to improve the healthcare outcomes for people that experience the debilitating effects of Endometriosis and Pelvic pain that seriously impact on their quality of life.
Your initial consultation is bulk billed. Further treatments/ investigations may incur an out-of-pocket expense.
Medical Super Clinic Benowa,
Medicare Urgent Care Clinic’s (UCC) provides improved access to clinically appropriate urgent care in a non-hospital setting. The clinic provides urgent, non-life-threatening health care with no out-of-pocket costs for patients. Any diagnostic services, such as radiology and pathology, will also be provided with no out-of-pocket costs for patients.
The Medicare UCC is a new model of care to reduce pressure on our hospitals and is:
Our Medical Gold Coast
Medicare UCCs provide acute episodic care and treatment that does not require a hospital admission. This may include:
Everyone within the Gold Coast Primary Health Network region who present requiring acute, episodic care for urgent conditions that are not immediately life-threatening.
Open seven days a week from 8am until 10pm, including public holidays.
Phone: 07 5573 1122
The Mungulli Yarn and Walk program is a great way for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients to engage in an outdoor, education-packed physical activity program.
The Mungulli Yarn and Walk program is led by a multi-disciplinary team of health experts including an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker, physiotherapist, clinical nurse, dietician, pharmacist, and nurse navigator. In addition to the various health programs offered by the Mungulli team, the Yarn and Walk program provides a weekly outdoor group-based walking and education program. A light, self-paced walk is followed by a yarning circle to explore a range of health and cultural topics.
With a limit of 10 participants per session, the Gold Coast Health Mungulli team ensure each client gets the support they need.
Early intervention
Gold Coast Health – as part of the Mungulli Clinic
The culturally safe Yarn and Walk program includes a walk led by a physiotherapist and a yarning circle about topics like:
Please email gchfirstnationsrhpadmin@health.qld.gov.au or call 1300 668 936 and ask to speak to an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Health worker for more information about the Mungulli Yarn and Walk program.
The Gold Coast Community Support is a flexible 8-week program that provides non-clinical emotional, practical and coaching support.
People 16+ in the Gold Coast community at risk of suicide. Support Facilitators will work with clients to find and access services, create a plan to stay safe in moments of distress, and develop coping skills.
Community Support
This service is for people aged 16+ in the Gold Coast community experiencing situational distress, is not in contact
with mental health service system, and one or more adverse ‘life events’ including but not limited to:
Referrals can only be made via Gold Coast Community Organisations. This service is included here for GP and health professional awareness.
The Community Pathway Connector is a service which provides a culturally safe connection point and referral service for people who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person (or their family members/spouse/carer).
A culturally safe connection point and referral service, to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through tailored information and one-on-one support to navigate the services system.
Low to moderate intensity service
Krurungal Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation
Any source, including GP or self-referrals. GPs can refer by calling or emailing:
If you are unsure if this service is right for your patient, you can refer to Head to Health on 1800 595 212 between Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm (except public holidays). For more information visit Head to Health Phone Service.
For a 24/7 Queensland specific acute and crisis support service, call 1300 MH CALL (1 300 64 2255) for advice and assessment.
Gold Coast Mental Health and Speciality Services provides public acute and specialist services for mental health, alcohol and other drugs across inpatient and community-based settings. Advice and referrals are available 24/7 through the 1 300 MH Call service.
Gold Coast Mental Health and Specialist Services, with assessment by the Acute Care Team
People of all ages.
Any source, including GP or self-referrals.
Refer by calling 1 300 MH Call (1300 64 22 55)
Short to medium term treatment and support to reduce problematic substance use via access to all Lives Lived Well programs, including family support and therapy, dual diagnosis and complex care, residential rehabilitation and transitional housing support.
The professional team can help you to break the cycle of problematic alcohol or drug use, regain control and reach your potential to enjoy a full and rewarding life.
We provide:
Free, flexible one-on-one counselling and group sessions are available through our range of service hubs located across Queensland and regional NSW.
We work with you to identify if you have a problem with drugs or alcohol, its extent and what’s behind it. We then support you and give you the tools to manage, reduce or stop your alcohol or drug misuse.
Worried about a family member or friend who is misusing drugs or alcohol? We can provide you with support so that you feel better placed to cope and support your loved one. Sometimes just talking to someone who doesn’t know the person, can help.
People 12 years and older impacted by alcohol or drugs, including impacts associated with mental health issues.
Any source, including GP or self-referrals. GPs can refer by calling or emailing:
Supporting Minds (LGBTIQAP+) is a service for people aged between 12 and 65 who identify with the LGBTIQAP+ community and/or are questioning sexuality or gender.
Short-term clinical and non-clinical individual and/or group based psychological support to increase mental health and wellbeing, access a suite of interventions tailored to mental health needs, enhance relationships and connection to community, and provide a safe, supportive and welcoming environment.
Moderate Intensity Service
Any source including GP or self-referrals.
GPs can refer through Head to Health or by calling or emailing:
Or by using the referral templates below:
Wesley Mission Queensland Mental Health Services
Best Practice (V1.0 – 07/2024)
Medical Director (V1.0 – 07/2024)
ZedMed (V1.0 – 07/2024)
If you are unsure if this service is right for your patient, you can refer to Head to Health on 1800 595 212 between Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm (except public holidays). For more information visit Head to Health Phone Service
The Community Pathway Connector is a service which provides a culturally safe connection point and referral service for people who have specific culturally and linguistically diverse needs.
The CURA Community Pathway Connector is a culturally safe connection point and referral service to assist people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, regardless of birthplace or permanent residency and visa status. It provides 0ne-on-one support to navigate the services system, working with interpreters and linking with cultural awareness education, as needed.
Low to moderate intensity service
CURA Community Services Multicultural Communities Council Gold Coast
Any source, including GP or self-referrals. GPs can refer by calling or emailing:
If you are unsure if this service is right for your patient, you can refer to Head to Health on 1800 595 212 between Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm (except public holidays). For more information visit Head to Health Phone Service.
The Virtual Psychologist service aims to improve health outcomes for adults aged 16 and over in the Gold Coast region who face barriers to accessing traditional mental health services. This service provides short-term, moderate-intensity clinical and non-clinical support via online and phone-based methods.
Telehealth-based (text, audio, or video) mental health services, including self-management, psychotherapeutic interventions, and low to moderate mental health support for individuals. Ensures timely and effective care for underserviced populations, including men, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, individuals from remote areas, and those affected by natural disasters.
Moderate intensity service
Online video, audio, and SMS based psychological interventions, including:
For booking scan the relevant QR code below or send a text, Facebook Messenger, or WhatsApp message to 0481 614 647 (text line only) and you are connected to Virtual Psychologist.
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Appointments available 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and from 9am to 12 noon on Saturdays, subject to availability.
Any source including GP or self-referrals.
GPs can refer by emailing:
Individuals can self-refer by sending
a text:
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If you are unsure if this service is right for your patient, you can refer to Head to Health on 1800 595 212 between Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (except public holidays). For more information visit Head to Health Phone Service.
Visit the Virtual Psychologist website
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