GP web portal
The Victorian Department of Health has developed a web portal for GPs that will provide quick and easy access to Victorian Government websites commonly used by general practice.
The site will help GPs and general practice staff to more readily access information and resources relevant to general practice. The website development and maintenance is a direct outcome of the Victorian Department of Health's ongoing commitment to general practice as documented in the working with general practice position statement. GPV were assisted the Department to trial the site which received very positive feedback from GPs, practice nurses, practice managers and division staff.
The portal was considered well structured, relevant and informative. Of particular importance to GPs the following subject areas were noted:
- Hospital surgery waiting times
- Immunisation information
- Notifications of infectious disease
- Drugs and poisons
General Practice Links Website: http://www.health.vic.gov.au/generalpractice/