Managing a chronic health condition is an ongoing commitment and one that often involves regular consultations, regular reviews and adjustments to treatment plans over time. For many Australians, the practicalities of frequent clinic visits can create real barriers – travel time, wait times, cost, and the physical difficulty of attending in person when you are unwell.
Telehealth offers a practical and accessible way to support the ongoing management of many chronic conditions, bringing qualified clinical care to you, wherever you are.
What Is a Chronic Condition?
A chronic condition is a health condition that persists over an extended period, generally defined as lasting three months or more and typically requires on-going monitoring or management rather than a single course of treatment.
Chronic conditions vary widely in their severity and impact. Some are well controlled with treatment and lifestyle changes, others can require on-going specialist involvement. What they share is the need for consistent, long-term care.
Examples of Chronic Conditions
Some of the most frequently managed chronic conditions include:
- Hypertension (high blood pressure) — a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease, requiring regular monitoring and long-term management.
- Type 2 diabetes — requires ongoing blood glucose management, regular reviews and lifestyle support.
- Asthma — a respiratory condition requiring regular review of symptoms, triggers and your asthma action plan.
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) — a progressive lung condition requiring ongoing symptom management and review.
- Hypothyroidism — a thyroid condition managed with ongoing treatment and periodic pathology review.
- Mental health conditions — including anxiety and depression, which are among the most prevalent chronic conditions in Australia and often require ongoing support.
- Chronic skin conditions — including eczema and psoriasis, which involve flare-up management and long-term treatment planning.
- Chronic pain — including conditions such as arthritis and fibromyalgia, where ongoing symptom management and support are central to care.
- Migraine — a neurological condition that may require both preventive and acute management.
This list is not exhaustive. If you have an ongoing health condition and are unsure whether it can be supported via telehealth, a Nurse Practitioner can advise you during your consultation.
Read more about our telehealth consults for high blood pressure, high cholesterol and asthma.
How Can Telehealth Help with Chronic Condition Management?
A telehealth consultation with an AHPRA-registered Nurse Practitioner can support chronic condition management in several practical ways:
- Treatment reviews: discussing how your current treatment is working and talking you through your treatment options.
- Symptom check-ins: reviewing how a condition is tracking between specialist appointments.
- Referrals: where a condition requires specialist input or investigation beyond what can be assessed remotely, a Nurse Practitioner can provide a referral to the appropriate provider.
- Lifestyle and management advice: guidance on factors that may affect condition management, such as diet, activity, sleep, and stress.
It is important to note that telehealth is not appropriate for all aspects of chronic condition management. Some conditions require regular in-person monitoring, physical examination, or specialist procedures that cannot be performed remotely. My Telehealth Clinic Nurse Practitioners will always advise you if your needs require in-person care, and will help arrange appropriate referrals where needed.
Why Choose MyTelehealth Clinic?
AHPRA-registered doctors and nurse practitioners
All consultations at My Telehealth Clinic are conducted by doctors and nurse practitioners registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You can verify any practitioner’s registration independently at ahpra.gov.au.
Available when you need it
My Telehealth Clinic is open 7am–9pm Brisbane time, 7 days a week. During opening hours, a clinician is usually available within 30 minutes.*
Transparent, affordable pricing
- General telehealth consultations from $50.95
- No payment is taken until after your consultation is complete
- No hidden fees
Secure and private
Your personal and health information is handled in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and stored securely. Your details are never shared without your consent.
*Subject to availability. Average response time for follow-up consultations is within 30 minutes. Requests submitted outside operating hours will be reviewed the following day
Why Choose My Telehealth Clinic for Your Chronic Condition?
My Telehealth Clinic is here to make managing your chronic condition simple and accessible. Our experienced clinicians and full-service options mean you can access everything you need, from symptom check-ups to mental health support, all from home. Plus, with affordable services and secure, confidential care, we’re here to support you in every way possible.
If you’re looking for reliable, professional telehealth support to help manage your chronic condition, My Telehealth Clinic is here for you.