Northside Macarthur psychiatry crisis advice service for GPs

Posted byMichael TamPosted inadvocacy, wellbeing

Our local psychiatry group has set up a fantastic phone support service for SWS GPs!

Northside Macarthur has psychiatrists available to provide advice on diagnosis, medication, other treatment and pathways to care. GPs are invited to text 0407 466 687 with their contact details and state ‘please call Dr X regarding advice’ and Northside Macarthur psychiatrists will respond as soon as practicable. Please be aware the advice provided is limited, Northside Macarthur does not take responsibility for the clinical decisions made and this service is not a short-cut to getting appointments with this clinic.

Published by Michael Tam

Dr Michael Tam is a clinical academic Specialist General Practitioner, combining the provision of family medicine, research, health services development, and governance. Michael’s clinical interest is in the whole-person primary care of people living with mental illness. He is actively involved in mental health policy, strategy, and governance, with local, state, and national bodies. Michael’s research is in integrated care and preventive care in general practice. He has expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.

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