Reviews with attachments
Booked and paid online - dr called but call disconnected - I was charged and when I called to see what happened, advised dr can’t see me as they are with another patient, I will need to book and pay again… for it to happen again and need to wait 7 days for a refund. So, basically, if you’d like to pay $45 for 35 seconds with no result, go for it. But I say Don’t use.
Twice in Three Weeks – I was sick enough that my husband wanted to drag me to the hospital, I just couldn't go. Instead, I opted for my Instant Consult ap and within 5 minutes I was face to face with a doctor who was excellent and sent a script for my husband to pick up for me. The medication worked a treat, and I was given a doctor's certificate for my employer too.… Read more
Two weeks later, after peeling some prawns, I had a swollen and infected finger. It was incredibly painful. It was Sunday, I was passing through my closest town, when I decided that my finger was not going to get better on its own. I pulled over outside a pharmacy and used my Instant Consult ap and voila, I showed my finger to the doctor and had my script filled within minutes.
Useless dont download app – Down loaded app .waited 25 min .then get a text saying sorry video didnt work we will call within 5 min but they all ready had on private number .phone didnt even ring rang bk number left mg 2 hrs later still waiting . Got charged $45 rip off dont download
Great addition to healthcare !! – I've used this service for the last few years...I find it hugely helpful as living regionally often means long waits for drs apt...Most recent apt was a Sunday feeling dreadful and had a telehealth with a lovely friendly doctor...the video didn't work but didn't matter. Had a very efficient apt with an understanding doctor...got a script for… Read more
antibiotics and also pathology request ..paying the extra is worth it rather than waiting 2-3 weeks for a face to face..was able to fill my script on a Sunday...always happy with this service..On DSP can be expensive not being bulk billed and aware of restrictions of types of scripts .. overall a brilliant service and have never had to wait long ..Keep up the good work!!!
Instant Con! Prepare for rudeness and overcharging – Beware: - the Doctor was rude, condescending, and hard to understand - her dismissive abrupt demeanour felt like she was only there for the money and seemed to have contempt for me from the outset. Maybe this is the scrapheap for the doctor with sub-par bedside manner. To add to the insult - I was incorrectly placed in the higher priced tier for… Read more
the consult - I appealed with the evidence that I had only just signed up - less than 10 mins earlier - and the 10 min PLUS 5 second "consult time" didn't add up. But no answer. I was left with a rather scammed feeling and felt moved to leave a review. Instant Consult became Instant CON! or Constant Insult
Positive reviews
Very speedy service. The physicians I dealt with were professional, thorough and came across as quite empathetic compared to many of the medical professionals that I have dealt with in the past. Would recommend.
I was offered $5 off my next consult for a review. So here it is. $5 off is pretty lame, especially when it only lasts 1 month. The service however is handy, quick, and the Doctors are usually smiley and polite. Discounts for pensioners would be nice. Being seen within a few minutes is great, I guess that's the sacrifice you make for paying for a… Read more
quick service compared to waiting days for a free appointment. If you're incapacitated in some way there's big benefits in phone consultations, made even better if your small local pharmacy does deliveries. Overall, a great quick handy service. Just a bit stiff on pensioners.
Jason, QLD.
I have used this app many times and love that I can get a script or medical certificate in no time without having to make a physical appointment. There was only one instance where I thought I was not heard, but perhaps I would have been more clear of not sick. It was about a pill I threw up. I had to book again to get another script. Show details
Negative reviews
First experience asking for a referral was okay. Called to get the results and was hung up on. Had to call the 1300 number to get the $45 refunded As I only had $20 in my bank account. Money refunded and the same thing happened again No conversation with the doctor and asked again for the $45 to be refunded. Third time lucky. Spoke to the… Read more
doctor and he explained the results of my CT scan. My account has now been closed by me. Good luck if you are using this service.
All of the one star reviews were unfortunately confirmed my own experience. They asked me about the purpose of my consult, then stopped me from replying after about two sentences. Clearly wanted to make it as short a conversation as possible. I was asking for something very straightforward, got it, but the GP was stern and expressionless. Would have had more chance of humanity from a brick wall.
I had a poor experience. It is not right to treat people like livestock. The GP spent 5 minutes asking questions, two minutes of which were spent on identification, without asking sufficient questions about my history, and without attention to my symptoms, prescribed a non-PBS medication that I had to pay $50 to buy (and he didn't ask me if it was… Read more
OK). When I contacted them to complain, the response was that since it is about the practitioner, we have forwarded your email to them. Obviously, a GP who is the subject of my complaint won't respond to my complaint.
Recent reviews
First time I used Instant Consult (on a long weekend) and I am impressed. It took less than 2 minutes before I was speaking to a doctor and I had my script filled less than 30 minutes after that. Highly recommend.
Find out how Instant Consult compares to other Online Doctor / Telehealth Services
Know better, choose better.
Really good service. Most often I cannot get an appointment with my own GP for over a week so I go to Instant Consult and am able to be seen by a doctor on the day.
Fantastic service I didn’t have to wait long. Paying $45 is more affordable than the $95 I usually pay to see my family GP. I was given a referral for blood test. I found it hard to find information about who the results of the blood test would you go to me or my family GP. Instant consult are hard to contact. I gave up trying to get through so I haven’t don’t the blood test, I still can’t get an answer. Show details
I had a very satisfying ex experience with Dr Chris explaining my condition in great detail and warning me about the dangers of antibiotics misuse. It felt as Dr Chris had been my doctor for decades. Certainly will be using them again if the need arises
I have always had positive experiences with Instant Consult, minimal wait time and Doctors have been professional and caring asking relevant questions each time. Excellent value for money and so very convenient when not well enough to travel to G.P. clinic.
I’ve called them numerous times and the GPs are always top notch, tuned in and very helpful. They offer excellent advice and respond with the script or occasional sick leave document that I need. They have a high level of expertise and I really appreciate this online service.
First time using instant consult. Very quick on a Saturday. Waited only 5 mins. Dr was very nice, got my issue sorted. App easy, payment easy & safe. Would use again.
Love it. Docters are lovely and never rush and actually listen to you. Some local docter should actually take a leaf out of these guys book. Great site and always helpful only Docters I now see
Tried to book an appointment with regular GP for a specialist referral. Doctor would not do it over the phone and it was really frustrating to have to go in just for a referral so opted for instant consult. Waited 10 minutes and was helped by a lovely doctor who wrote the referral and emailed me straight away. Then had some muck around with the… Read more
specialist so needed to change the details on the referral. Emailed instant consult and they responded same day and offered to change it to a different specialist without charge. Was done promptly and was very helpful without having to book another appointment.
We are on holidays from South Australia and i needed a antibiotic to clear up a remaining chest infection. I was extremely impressed with the service given by instant consult.
Find out how Instant Consult compares to other Online Doctor / Telehealth Services
Know better, choose better.
This is a wonderful service short of a script a short wait, I had sent a pic of what I needed as my daughters script had run out. Sent to my in box within 5 minutes.
Instant Consult was very convenient and efficient in getting the help I needed when I was in a pinch for time. The doctors are always very thorough and patient-orientated. The format of the app is always easy to navigate.
Had to ring as my husband developed laryngitis and we could not get appointment in our country town and as he is due for surgery in another week, received antibiotic script in case he got worse. Great service will use again.
I suffer migraine headaches and sometimes I can't get to my regular Doctor often enough to keep up with the prescription. Instant Consult is a life saver. Anyone who experiences migraines understands the stress increase when the medication runs out. Instant Consulat has totally fixed this problem. No more pressuring the GP Receptionist into bumping someone else to get that urgent appointment. I've got time to spare now.
Fantastic Service when you need to see a doctor, on the day and cant get to in, or leave the house. I have to wait weeks to see my usual GP. Instant consult takes out the wait and any reports generated can be shared with my normal GP for later follow up. I've used this service many times and highly recommend it. This time, they diagnosed the 4… Read more
fractures in my foot through an xray and CT scan.... bummer ! But it's good to know that it is 'actually broken' and I can now look after it as such.
Awesome app. I can speak to a doctor and get a script within a few minutes without having to leave the house. I love that I can upload photos of an infection or whatever, so that the doctor can clearly see what we’re dealing with. Fast, friendly and efficient service.
Took my money, couldn't even help me out with an acute issue they had no interest in helping. Phone call went about 20 seconds or less and offered no help or guidance. That wouldn't be an issue, but they refused to refund money; adding insult to injury. They are by a long margin the worst telehealth practitioners I've ever come across. Avoid
Easy to book via app with real-time tracking of availability and progress towards consult call. GP was attentive and thorough, maybe more so than regular GP. Nothing left desired over video call compared to face to face.
Extra Information
ProductReview.com.au has affiliate partnerships. These do not influence our content moderation policies in any way, though ProductReview.com.au may earn commissions for products/services purchased via affiliate links.