How to refer a patient to a specialist
General practitioners may refer a patient to any accredited Mater Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) via a referral. The referral must include relevant clinical information about the patient's condition for investigation, opinion, treatment and management.
Elective admissions
Elective admissions are arranged through an accredited VMO at Mater. Typically, a GP would refer a patient for consultation to a private specialist. From there, elective admissions are arranged if deemed necessary by the VMO.
Emergency referrals
Mater Private Emergency Care Centre's are located across Queensland at South Brisbane, Townsville, Rockhampton and Mackay. Patients can self-present or be referred by GP or ambulance to the Emergency Care Centre. Click the button below to find and Mater Private Emergency Care Centre and view details.
