We are continually identifying the best resources to assist patients with chronic pain, and those who help them
For Patients
Education
Opioids and chronic pain
This video from the Faculty of Pain Medicine provides an excellent explanation of the issues with using opioids in chronic non-cancer pain.
Referrals and appointments
What to expect from your appointment?
Our assessments are detailed in order to fully understand your situation. Please view this page for an understanding of what to expect from an appiontment
For Clinicians
FPM opioid calculator
The Faculty of Pain Medicine provide a useful app for calculating a patients Oral Morphine Equivalent Daily Dose
Referrals from clinicians
We accept referrals from all clinicians for patients who are appropriate for pain management. It is important to have an understanding of funding, as typically our input requires specific approval from the relevant funder.
For Case Managers & Employers
Referrals from case managers and employers
Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries about referring. We recommend beginning with an assessment by a Specialist Pain Medicine Physician, who will provide a recommendation for management. This may include a pain management program at Australis Specialist Pain Clinic, or with other rehabilitation providers depending on what is most suitable.
Why refer to a specialist clinic?
Complex rehabilitation cases benefit from early and thorough specialist assessment to ensure that all relevant factors are identified and addressed. With expertise in occupational and pain medicine and rehabilitation, and a network of other specialists and allied health providers, Australis Medical and Australis Specialist Pain Clinic are able to provide appropriate management programs.
Funding
Please contact us at office@australismedical.com for costs of assessments and management programs
How to refer
A referral letter is appreciated, and any relevant documentation. We are able to obtain hospital records where this is appropriate.
