Multidisciplinary Medical Specialist Concussion Clinic
DOCTO's Tele-concussion Clinic provides a structured, specialist-led approach to concussion assessment, treatment and recovery. Designed for individuals who have experienced a head injury or suspected concussion, this service ensures comprehensive medical evaluation, documentation, reporting, appropriate referrals and ongoing follow-up until clearance is granted for work, sport or other activities.
How Docto works
- 1Book a consultationvia our secure telehealth platform.
- 2Specialist assessmentA senior emergency medical specialist conducts an initial video consultation and performs a detailed neurological examination using HIT-IQ's concussion assessment tool. A structured, comprehensive report is generated that can be shared with employers, managers, teams or insurers.
- 3Referrals and further testingIf required, referrals are made for MRI or CT scans, vestibular physiotherapy or specialist review by neurology or neurosurgery.
- 4Ongoing care and monitoring:Follow-up consultations track progress, adjust recovery plans and provide continued support. Patient education is included at every stage to understand 'red flag' symptoms of concern and recovery expectations.
- 5Medical clearance:Once symptoms resolve, formal medical clearance is provided with detailed reports available for workplaces, insurers and sporting organisations if required.
Comprehensive care at every stage
This specialist-led service ensures:
- Rapid access to expert care reduces delays in concussion assessment and treatment.
- Education on symptoms to watch for and escalation pathways.
- Seamless telehealth experience accessible from any location and device.
- Validated concussion testing with structured, evidence-based assessment tools.
- Integrated care pathway, coordinating imaging, physiotherapy and specialist referrals where necessary.
- Clearance and reporting, providing formal documentation for return to work, sport or daily activities.
Who this service benefits
For patients:
- Early access to expert medical care.
- Comprehensive assessment, referrals, and follow-up for complete recovery.
- Education on symptom management and treatment.
- Specialist-led telehealth care from any location.
- Formal clearance and reporting for workplaces, insurers, and sporting organisations.
For healthcare providers and employers:
- Early comprehensive assessment and reporting using a structured concussion tool.
- Effective symptom management, monitoring and referral coordination.
- Specialist-led clearance for return to activity.
- Workers compensation certificates and invoicing.
- Reduced liability with structured, evidence-based concussion management.
- Efficient collaboration with imaging providers, physiotherapists and medical specialists.
What are the costs?
Work-related concussions are charged in accordance with the gazetted rates, covering the initial doctor assessment and all necessary follow-ups until the patient is medically cleared for activities.
For for a non-work-related concussion, the cost starts at $250, which includes the initial doctor assessment and follow-up consultations until the patient is cleared for activities. Any additional treatments required, such as vestibular physiotherapy, neurology assessments or imaging, will incur separate charges.
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With Docto, you don’t have to wait weeks for care or travel long distances to see a specialist. Our online hospital ensures you get the care you need when you need it.