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Seeing a health care provider or going to hospital
Find out about seeing a GP or specialist and going to hospital.
Seeing your GP
Your doctor, also known as a General Practitioner (GP), is usually the first person you go to if you have a health issue.
Seeing a specialist, allied health professional or getting tests or scans
Find out what medical specialists and allied health professionals can help with and about getting screening tests and scans.
Going to hospital
Find out about going to hospital in an emergency or for booked treatment and the costs involved.
Your rights as a patient
Find out about your rights when getting health care and how to raise a concern about a health professional.
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Page last updated:
5 September 2023
