Individual or Group Submission07/04/24

Anonymous 602

Topics: Health

Submission Transcription

What has been your experience of the Victorian health system? Have you faced any challenges or barriers to accessing care?

My experiences have been mostly good. I find if I’m very unwell everything is great. But if I seek support within some services i.e. dietitian, unless I’m in complete distress it’s very difficult to get anywhere.

Is the mainstream health system culturally safe for you? Why or why not?

The mainstream system I’ve mostly dealt with has been via … + … Hospitals. I find … is very good/quick to get the … staff to come see you – their nurses not so welcoming or culturally safe. … nurses + staff are very welcoming but never have I seen/been connected with ALO’s etc.

What are examples of good practice or programs happening at ACCHOs that could be adopted more widely across the health sector?

One that I’ve been involved with is the comprehensive diabetes clinic that VAHS have in place. It’s great to be able to see so many medical + Allied health specialists all in the same improving sessions.

What changes to the current health system would you like to see?

More focus on a holistic approach instead of having multiple appointments for ranging issues, would help unclog the medical services.

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