Frequently Asked Questions
New or Repeat Prescriptions
As per emmeco Practice Policies, all prescription requests must occur within an appointment with Dr Theodoratos. This is a precautionary & safety measure to protect patients. If you require a new and/or repeat prescription, please schedule a medication review consultation through HealthEngine via our website, emmeco.com.au, and ensure that all necessary prescriptions are requested during this appointment.
Medication Side-Effects, Questions or Concerns
If patients have any questions or concerns regarding their medication, Dr Theodoratos advises that they send a detailed email to admin@emmeco.com.au, and schedule a medication review consultation through HealthEngine via our website, emmeco.com.au. If you require emergency assistance please phone 000.
How Long Until I See Improvements in ADHD Symptoms with Medication?
The timeline for improvement varies for each individual. Some may experience positive changes within a few days, while others may take a few weeks. It's essential to communicate regularly with your healthcare provider to monitor progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.
Please be advised, if patients are experiencing a crisis, that emmeco is not a crisis facility and does not have the capacity to offer emergency care or crisis counselling. In the event of an emergency please phone 000.
Public mental health services provide crisis care, in addition to some alternative services listed on our website, emmeco.com.au. Immediate assistance options include dialling 000 or attending the nearest emergency department.
Additional Support Contacts:
- 1300 MH Call (1300 642 255) is a confidential mental health telephone triage service for Queenslanders
- Mental Health Crisis Line (1800 011 511)
- Lifeline (13 11 14)
- Beyond Blue (1300 224 636)
- Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467)
If you wish to know more about our fee structure please request a copy of this from our administration team.
Our administration team provides each patient with a copy of all fee structures when they make an enquiry into an initial consultation with any of our practitioners.
Medicare
Medicare rebates are applicable for consultations held with Dr Theodoratos, and therapy consultations with our psychologists should a Mental Health Care Plan be in place. A Medicare rebate is not available for report writing and Neuropsychological Assessments.
Emmeco is not currently registered as an NDIS provider, therefore, our fees are not covered in this regard.
Why is Shared Care with My GP Required?
Shared care with your GP is essential for overseeing your overall health in ADHD treatment. Collaboration ensures a holistic approach, covering medication management, lifestyle, mental health, and other factors. Your GP will be responsible for prescribing and monitoring ADHD medications, and will collaborate closely with specialists, allowing for timely adjustments based on your individual care needs and response.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure and weight is mandatory
Scheduling a Review
We now have a new online service to assist patients in scheduling their next consultation with Dr Theodoratos. We ask that all patients schedule a standard review or medication review appointment through HealthEngine via our website, emmeco.com.au.
Alternatively, patients may also phone our rooms on (07) 3193 3381 to speak with our administration team to locate additional appointment options.
Can I Schedule a Phone Appointment?
Yes, provided these are for ongoing medication review and are limited to 20 minutes
How often do I need to undergo medication reviews for ADHD treatment?
When commencing medication, review is required at a minimum in 3-4 weeks.
Once the optimal dose is established, reviews may transition to three-six month intervals and eventually 12-months as stability is achieved.
GP Correspondence
Following most consultations, Dr Theodoratos will send an updated letter of correspondence to your GP to maintain consistency in your collaborative care. You will also receive a copy unless you have advised you do not wish this to occur.
Reports & Letter Requests
The practice reserves the right to deny providing reports, including medico-legal reports. If you require a report for NDIS/other purposes, please request a copy of our current Fee Structure from administration and schedule a review consultation through HealthEngine via our website, emmeco.com.au. If you require a Referral, Travel Letter, letter or medical certificate, please also schedule a review consultation.
Reports and letters are not written during consultation and, therefore, incur separate fees. The fees associated with writing reports and letters also include the time taken by the doctor to read supplied material in order to generate a comprehensive and relevant report on a patients behalf.
Report & Letter Writing Fees
Please enquire
I am a Current Patient, Can My Family Also See Dr Theodoratos?
Dr Theodoratos does not typically recommend that family members of current patients also attend the practice at the same time. This is due to a myriad of reasons but most importantly as it can present a conflict of interest throughout treatment of all parties involved.
If you are a current patient and would like to make an enquiry with Dr Theodoratos regarding the potential treatment of any of your direct family members, please do so during your next review consultation.
Prescription & Treatment Recommendations for Out-Of-State Patients
We appreciate your commitment to maintaining your mental health and would like to inform you about our prescription policies for patients residing outside of Queensland.
Telehealth consultations can occur, however, not all medications can be forwarded inter-state as an electronic script (our preferred option).
It is important you have a local GP whom Dr Theodoratos can forward a medication plan for shared-prescribing if applicable.
Please send our administration team your query using our contact form linked below. Alternatively, you may also send our team an email through admin@emmeco.com.au
Contact Us
Wesley Specialist Centre
Level 2, Suite 7,
87 Lang Parade
AUCHENFLOWER QLD 4006
Reception Hours
8.30am - 4.00pm | Monday-Thursday
Please note: practice is closed Fridays, weekends & public holidays
Emergency Care & After Hours Information
This practice does not have the capacity to offer emergency care or crisis counselling. In the event of an emergency please phone 000.
Additional Support Contacts:
- 1300 MH CALL (1300 642 255) a confidential mental health telephone triage service for Queenslanders
- Mental Health Crisis Line (1800 011 511)
- Lifeline (13 11 14)
- Beyond Blue (1300 224 636)
- Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467)
