Drs4Drs understands recent changes to the National Law regarding sexual misconduct may be distressing for some doctors.
We have summarised key information about this legislative change and outlined support services available for doctors who may wish to seek support.
Confidential and qualified advice over the phone. Available 24/7 to any doctor and medical student in Australia.
Call to be connected to support
Each State and Territory offers its own independent, free, and confidential health advisory service, staffed with doctors trained in doctors’ health.
NSW
02 9437 6552
ACT
1300 374 377
VIC
1300 330 543
TAS
1300 374 377
QLD
07 3833 4352
WA
08 6388 4904
SA
08 8366 0250
NT
08 8366 0250
If you are not a doctor or medical student, please call Lifeline 13 11 14
Not ready to call? Learn more:
Getting helpFor urgent support call
1300 374 377 (1300 Dr4Drs)If you are not a doctor or medical student, please call Lifeline 13 11 14
Not ready to call? Read about other pathways to help.
Getting helpWho we are here for
Drs4Drs provides support for any doctor or medical student across Australia. Below are just a few of the groups we work with.
Medical students
Doctors in training
Rural and isolated doctors
International Medical Graduates
Senior medical officers
Community and hospital based doctors
Retiring doctors
Colleagues and families of doctors
We do not offer services to members of the public. If you are not a doctor or medical student, you can seek help via Lifeline or call 000 for emergencies.