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2024 Year in Reflection: A Holiday Message from Dokotela As we celebrate the festive season, we take a moment to reflect on an incredible year of growth, connection, and impact. This year, Dokotela achieved some remarkable milestones: - Expanded our telepsychiatry network to over 50 specialists, enhancing access to quality psychiatric care. - Supported 10,000 unique patients through 20,000 appointments, demonstrating our commitment to impactful service delivery. - Partnered with 31 Mental Health Centres to provide access to psychiatry across their communities nation-wide - Launched initiatives like the Neurodiversity Focused Mentoring Group, helping our psychiatrists build confidence and expertise in specialised fields. - Proudly shortlisted as a finalist for the Central and Eastern Sydney PHN Primary Health Award for Excellence in Community Services Delivery. - Celebrated the season with our inaugural NSW Branch Dokotela Doctors Christmas Party, featuring an engaging interview with Dr Mark Cross about his latest book, Mental State. None of this would have been possible without the dedication and support of our exceptional psychiatrists, team members, and partners. Your passion for improving mental health care continues to inspire us every day. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to keep building on this momentum—creating even greater access to high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting psychiatrists in achieving their professional goals. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a bright, fulfilling New Year. Here's to continued success and collaboration in 2025! With gratitude, The Dokotela Team #2024YearInReview #MentalHealthMatters #Telepsychiatry #ThankYou  

The article by The Sydney Morning Herald this morning, reports over 150 NSW psychiatrists considering resignation over pay disputes. This highlights the immense pressures our colleagues in the public health system face. Public psychiatrists are vital in advocating for better patient care but have often overlooked the need to advocate for themselves. We are here to support you. Dokotela offers a flexible telepsychiatry platform as an interim solution for psychiatrists who want to: ✔️ Supplement their income while continuing in the public system. ✔️ Maintain and enhance clinical skills during industrial actions or reduced public workloads. ✔️ Work in a supportive, peer-driven environment that respects your professional goals. Our platform allows you to schedule sessions at your convenience, providing stability without compromising your public service commitments. We’re not here to draw doctors away from the public system—our goal is to stand by you as you continue to stand by your patients. If you’d like to explore how Dokotela can work for you, feel free to reach out directly to our Specialist Partnerships Manager Dominique Fox at dominique.fox@dokotela.com.au

This year has been one of incredible growth and impact for Dokotela. These achievements are a testament to the trust you’ve placed in us.   Looking Ahead to 2025: ⭐ Average wait times for new psychiatry appointments in January are expected to be 1 week for General Psychiatry  ⭐ We’re thrilled to announce that 6 new psychiatrists will be joining our team in Q1.

🌟 Supporting Patients Every Step of the Way 🌟 At Dokotela, we understand that seeking a diagnosis as an adult can be an emotional journey. That’s why our dedicated admin team goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels supported, seen, and cared for throughout the process. From the first point of contact to scheduling consultations and managing follow-ups, our team works tirelessly to create a seamless and compassionate experience for every individual. Every day we strive to be a source of reassurance and reliability during life-changing moments. We’re proud to be part of your journey toward better mental health. #Telehealth #Psychiatry #PatientCare #MentalHealthMatters #Teamwork

Last night, we had the pleasure of gathering with some of our amazing NSW branch doctors for a festive celebration. It was an evening full of connection, joy, and meaningful conversations, making it a memorable way to reflect on the past year and kick off the holiday season. A special thank you to Dr Mark Cross for his insightful interview about his latest book, Mental State. To all our NSW doctors who joined us, we are so grateful for the support and collaboration within the Dokotela community, and we’re excited to continue growing together in the new year. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and looking forward to what 2025 brings! #Dokotela #Psychiatrist #Psychiatry #MentalHealth #Telepsychiatry #MentalState

Strong GP partnerships are at the heart of what we do at Dokotela. 🤝 Our trusted partnerships with GPs enable us to provide holistic, patient-centred telepsychiatry services that address both mental and physical well-being. By working closely with GPs, we ensure seamless communication and continuity of care, empowering patients on their journey toward better health. 🌱✨ Together, we’re bridging the gap in mental health care—one consultation at a time. #CollaborationCare #Telepsychiatry #MentalHealthMatters #Dokotela #GPPartnerships #HealthcareInnovation

Telepsychiatry: Every Patient, Tailored Support! Looking for specialist mental health support? Our telepsychiatry services allow you to connect with specialists from the comfort of your home, ensuring you receive the support you need, when you need it. Why Choose Dokotela? 🔹 Specialist appointments available within 1 week. 🔹 Simply send us your referral, and we’ll handle the rest. Our experienced team of over 50 Specialist Psychiatrists and Mental Health Clinicians cover a wide scope of practice and sub-specialisations - we’re here to support you. Please note: Dokotela is not a crisis service. For emergencies, please dial 000. Need urgent help? • Lifeline: 13 11 14 • Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 #MentalHealth #Telepsychiatry #Telehealth #Psychiatry

🌟 Exciting Partnership Announcement! 🌟   We’re thrilled to announce that Dokotela has partnered with Grand Pacific Health to provide much-needed access to psychiatry and mental health services across regional NSW through telehealth consultations.   This partnership enables us to bring specialised psychiatric support to communities in the Goulburn, Bega, Nowra, Moruya, Shellharbour, Wagga Wagga, and Young regions, improving access for youth, underserved populations, and those with complex mental health needs. Together, we are committed to enhancing mental health outcomes and fostering well-being across regional NSW with high-quality, accessible care.   We look forward to making a meaningful impact in regional NSW alongside your multidisciplinary teams!   #MentalHealth #Telehealth #Partnership #Dokotela #GrandPacificHealth #RegionalNSW #CommunityCare #Psychiatry #headspace #MedicareMentalHealthCentre

At Dokotela, we’re working to create a future where psychiatry services are accessible to everyone who may need them, including young ones like Mila (pictured) as they grow older. Seeing our brand represented today is a reminder of the impact we’re striving for tomorrow—making mental health support more reachable, compassionate, and available for generations to come. 🌱 Together, we’re working toward building a foundation of accessible care for all. 🌍💙 #MentalHealth #Telepsychiatry #FutureOfMentalHealth #Dokotela

🗨 A friend of mine, Matt, is an accountant at a large firm. He was going through a particularly stressful and busy time at work and hadn’t been sleeping well. Prior to a business meeting one morning, he suddenly felt his stress and anxiety levels rising, he could no longer think straight, his palms felt sweaty and clammy, he began to feel nauseous and could hear and feel his heart pounding. He felt as if he had to escape and rushed out into the tea room trying to catch his breath and wondering if he was having a heart attack. “I felt as if I was about to die,” Matt shared. He had just experienced a panic attack. “What is worse is that I am now worrying about whether this will happen again.” 💬   Mental health matters in every workplace. This story shared, highlights the very real impact that mental health challenges can have on daily life. It’s important to remember that psychiatric support isn’t just for extreme cases—many people like Matt can benefit from specialist consultations to manage anxiety, stress, and other mental health issues before they escalate further.   Psychiatry can help individuals understand their symptoms, develop treatment strategies, and ultimately regain control over their well-being. With the right support, people can learn to manage moments like these and prevent them from affecting their work and personal lives.   Mental health is health, and reaching out for help when needed should be normalised.   Please note that Dokotela is not a crisis service. In case of an emergency, call 000. Help is available 24/7 across Australia. If you need help now, call: ·      Lifeline: 13 11 14 ·      Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636