Recall & Reminder Policy

 

This practice uses a “Recall and Reminder” system to provide preventive care for its patients.

 

This will assist in ensuring that important health checks are not forgotten and are performed on time.  You will be reminded when it is time to visit your doctor for a check-up or as a follow-up to health risks that have previously been found.  The reminder system will include checks to help in the prevention or early detection of certain conditions such as diabetes, cervical cancer and immunisation follow-up.

 

Our doctors follow the guidelines for preventive care as outlined in the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners’ Guidelines for Preventive Activities in General Practice.

 

Even when you agree to be included in the Recall and Reminder system, you should remember when you should be tested for certain conditions and should always make a follow-up appointment with your doctor to get the results of a test that has been performed.  We may not always be able to reach you, especially if you have moved and the contact information on your record has not been updated.