Question 1

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Accepted Answer

A referral letter from your GP or other doctor.
Medicare card
Private health insurance details
Reports, x-rays, MRI's, CT scans or similar
Completed medical history form (click to download)
Previous growth charts
Any record of how your child has grown is helpful. Got heights marked against a door frame at home? Take a photo and bring it along!

Question 2

Why do I need a referral to make an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Medicare pays rebates for medical specialist services only if you have been referred by a doctor.
A referral is also a means of ensuring you are seen by the most appropriate specialist for your condition, and helps us to organise our appointments to ensure urgent cases are seen as soon as possible (triage).

Question 3

How can my family doctor help me obtain specialist medical care?

Accepted Answer

Before seeing any medical specialist, it is always preferable to discuss with your own GP your condition and seek advice on appropriate specialist care. Your GP can help find the specialist best suited to your specific needs.
Your GP and specialist will work closely together, sharing relevant information about your health to ensure optimum care between and after specialist treatments.

Question 4

What should I expect during my first visit?

Accepted Answer

Your QPE specialist doctor will go over your child's medical history.
Specific tests or procedures may be needed. These will be explained, along with any risks.
A physical examination will also be carried out.
A parent is welcome to stay with the child throughout the consultation.
When tests are completed and results received, the doctor will explain the diagnosis and discuss appropriate treatment.

Question 5

What can I do to best prepare for appointments with the doctor?

Accepted Answer

Both child and parent may have questions and fears.
Don't be afraid to ask anything! Write a list if that helps.
We recommend you read our outlines of the endocrine disorders including diabetes for some solid facts.
This will also help you make the most of your time with the doctor.
We strongly recommend you try not to worry. 'What if' won't help you or your child. A diagnosis - or ruling out a disorder - will.

Question 6

Why should I choose Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology?

Accepted Answer

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology offers a number of advantages to families with a child or young person who has diabetes or other endocrine disorder. We believe the two biggest advantages are understanding and timeliness.
Our practice guarantees to give you and your family the time you need to address questions or anxieties. We understand your need to know. In Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology, you will find experience, respect and a genuine desire to be a part of your child's healthy growing up.
Choosing a private specialist will also ensure your child is seen sooner than in the public hospital system. In some disorders, time really is of the essence. The sooner detected, the sooner treatment commences, the better the outcome.
If we’ve not seen you from diagnosis, and you are seeking to begin on an insulin pump, we can generally commence pump therapy for your child within a few weeks.

Question 7

Where are you?

Accepted Answer

Brisbane

Our main practice is located in Woolloongabba (Brisbane) close to the Mater and Queensland Children's hospitals.

Our address is:

Taylor Medical Centre
Suite 10A, 40 Annerley Rd,
Wooloongabba Qld 4102
(07) 3393 1916

Enter via Catherine St and head up the stairs (or use the lift). We are on the first floor and wheelchair accessible.

Toowoomba

​Dr Amanda Scott also holds a regular clinic in Toowoomba for our patients on the Darling Downs. The clinic is organised by our reception staff in our Woolloongabba practice, so for any questions call: (07) 3393 1916

The Toowomba clinic is held at:

​Medici Medical Centre
15 Scott Street (Cnr Scott & Curzon St)
Level 1, Suite 105
Toowoomba, Qld 4350

Question 8

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

There is limited parking available for our patients in a car park behind our building. Enter via the white boom gate (it will open as you drive up to it) at 7 Catherine St, Wooloongabba, Qld 4102. You will need to collect a token from our receptionist to exit the car park.

​There is also metered street parking in the surrounding area.

Question 9

Is Telehealth available?

Accepted Answer

For follow-up appointments telehealth consultations may be an option  Many of our patients in regional Queensland and northern New South Wales appreciate the convenience.

Telehealth consultations are conducted via a secure video link emailed to you ahead of time. Your child will need to be present for all telehealth and in person appointments.

For initial consultations telehealth is not practical. We really like to meet our patients and family members face to face for the first visit. We need to carry out a physical examination during this visit;   pathology tests may also be required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Choose a FAQ category

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Why do I need a referral to make an appointment?

How can my family doctor help me obtain specialist medical care?

What should I expect during my first visit?

What can I do to best prepare for appointments with the doctor?

Why should I choose Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology?

Where are you?

Where can I park?

Is Telehealth available?

Our Services

Our Team

Rosemary Tomkinson

Reception

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OUR DETAILS

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology Brisbane
Suite 10A (First Floor),
40 Annerley Rd
Woolloongabba, Qld, 4102

Ph: (07) 3393 1916 Fax: (07) 3891 7445

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology Toowoomba
Located at Medici Medical Centre
Scott St, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350
All enquiries to our Brisbane QPE office

Frequently Asked Questions

Choose a FAQ category

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Why do I need a referral to make an appointment?

How can my family doctor help me obtain specialist medical care?

What should I expect during my first visit?

What can I do to best prepare for appointments with the doctor?

Why should I choose Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology?

Where are you?

Where can I park?

Is Telehealth available?

Our Services

Our Team

Rosemary Tomkinson

Reception

Our Locations

Brisbane

Toowoomba

SERVICES

Diabetes Thyroid Disorders Growth Disorders Endocrine Disorders Puberty Issues Insulin Pumps

MENU

Home About QPE Our Locations Our Team For Referrers First Visit Contact Us

OTHER LINKS

Privacy & Cookies Policy Disclaimer Frequently Asked Questions Admitting Hospitals Contact Us Boys Growth Chart Girls Growth Chart

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OUR DETAILS

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology Brisbane Suite 10A (First Floor), 40 Annerley Rd Woolloongabba, Qld, 4102 Ph: (07) 3393 1916 Fax: (07) 3891 7445

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology Toowoomba Located at Medici Medical Centre Scott St, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350 All enquiries to our Brisbane QPE office

Diabetes
Thyroid Disorders
Growth Disorders
Endocrine Disorders
Puberty Issues
Insulin Pumps

Home
About QPE
Our Locations
Our Team
For Referrers
First Visit
Contact Us

Privacy & Cookies Policy
Disclaimer
Frequently Asked Questions
Admitting Hospitals
Contact Us
Boys Growth Chart
Girls Growth Chart

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology Brisbane
Suite 10A (First Floor),
40 Annerley Rd
Woolloongabba, Qld, 4102

Ph: (07) 3393 1916 Fax: (07) 3891 7445

Queensland Paediatric Endocrinology Toowoomba
Located at Medici Medical Centre
Scott St, Toowoomba, Qld, 4350
All enquiries to our Brisbane QPE office