Living in a stunningly beautiful remote community, like Norfolk Island, is an amazing privilege. Sometimes, however, there can be challenges. Being able to access the specialist medical care sometimes can mean lengthy trips off Island. Telehealth, while not replacing all services, can relieve some of this burden.
Telehealth has been transformation! It has played a critical role in ensuring the continuity of care for many patients. Allows you to get the healthcare you need, where and when you need it, without leaving the Island.
NIHRACS has partnered with Metro North, QLD Health and are offering telehealth appointments for a broad range of specialties.
Telehealth involves you consulting with your healthcare provider remotely. Appointments can be conducted from the NIHRACS facility itself or in the comfort of your own home, and are confidential and secure, using encrypted connections in all instances.
Telehealth consultations are not only convenient, they also ensure the safety of others by reducing the spread of illness.