Sending Referrals

Information for GPs and Patients

What is Kantoko?

Kantoko ADHD provides specialist ADHD Diagnosis and Management for patients in NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, and SA (limited availability). We're exclusively Telehealth. Our Psychiatrists & Clinicians are highly experienced in ADHD.

Referral Instructions

Who to Address:

Address referrals to "Dear Psychiatrist". Named referral is not required. Include the GP's provider number.

Contact Details:

Address:

Suite 180, 274 Forest Rd, Hurstville NSW 2220

Phone:

(02) 7208 9200

Fax:

(02) 8528 9234

Helpful Patient Information

Please include the following details in your referral:

  • Patient medical and mental health history
  • Current and past medications
  • Family history of physical and mental health conditions
  • Observations: Pulse, Blood Pressure, Weight

Required Tests

The following tests should be completed prior to appointment:

  • Blood Pressure
  • Pulse
  • Weight
  • ECG
  • Bloods - FBC, EUC, LFT, TFT, B12/Folate, Iron

Important Information

Key details to ensure your referral is processed efficiently

Test Prioritisation

Inclusion of the results from these tests will help prioritise your patient. Completing these early will help speed up the process.

Recent Tests

If you have done any of these tests in the last 3 months and can send through, there is no need to repeat.

Timing

For most patients, we will require ECG & Bloods to be completed prior to the initial appointment or within the first 2 weeks.

Get Our Complete Guide

Download our comprehensive GP information sheet with all the details you need for successful referrals.

Download GP Info Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kantoko ADHD accept all referrals?

No. Not all patients are suitable for our platform. For complex patients with multiple conditions, we recommend a referral to an alternate clinic.

What details should I include?

Please include as much detail as possible, including any medications, heart conditions, blood pressure, patient history or mental conditions, family history of mental conditions.

Do you offer 291 Assessments?

No.

Important Notice

Kantoko is NOT an emergency service. All appointments are booked in advance. For any medical or mental health emergencies, please call the emergency services on 000 or contact your local mental health triage.