Strong bones, at every age.
Osteoporosis often has no symptoms until a bone breaks. An Australian-registered GP can check your risk, arrange a bone density scan and keep your treatment on track.
- Same-day appointments
- eScripts by SMS
- Referrals and pathology
- Private and confidential
What we can help with
Risk check
Age, family history, menopause, smoking and some medicines all affect bone strength.
Bone density scans
Referrals for a bone density scan. Medicare covers it for some people, including everyone aged 70 and over.
Blood tests
Vitamin D, calcium and other tests where needed.
Treatment
Where appropriate, your GP can discuss treatment and review how long you've been on it.
Falls prevention
Simple steps at home that lower your chance of a fall.
Exercise and diet
The kinds of activity and food that help keep bones strong.
Talk to a GP from wherever you are.
Book in two minutes and an Australian-registered GP calls you, usually the same day.
- eScripts by SMS
- Referrals by email
When a phone consult works, and when it doesn't
A Teledoc GP can usually help with
- Checking your bone health risk
- Bone density scan referrals
- Treatment reviews
- Repeat scripts
- Vitamin D and calcium questions
See a doctor in person or call 000 if
- A fall with severe pain, or you can't bear weight: call 000 or go to an emergency department
- Sudden severe back pain
- A possible broken bone
- Jaw pain or a sore that won't heal in your mouth while on bone treatment
- You need a physical examination
Three simple steps
Book online
Choose a time today or later in the week. It takes about two minutes, with no app or account.
Your GP calls you
An Australian-registered GP calls at your booked time, by phone or video.
Get what you need
eScripts arrive by SMS. Referrals, pathology requests and certificates come by email.
Osteoporosis questions
Something else on your mind? Call (07) 3303 0383, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
- $49GP consultation by phone or video
- $17.99Repeat script renewal, no appointment
Who should have a bone density scan?
People with risk factors such as a previous fracture after a minor fall, early menopause or long-term steroid use, and everyone aged 70 and over. Your GP can advise.
Can I get a bone density scan referral online?
Yes. After a review, your GP can email you a referral.
Can I renew my osteoporosis treatment online?
Yes, if it's been stable. Some treatments need regular reviews of how long you've been on them.
Can men get osteoporosis?
Yes. It's less common, but men can have it too, especially as they age.
What can I do to protect my bones?
Regular weight-bearing exercise, enough calcium and vitamin D, not smoking and limiting alcohol all help.
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