Refer a Patient to Robina Private Hospital
Do you need support in managing your patients' mental health concerns? Let us help you.
Contact Our Admissions Team
For referral enquiries, admission suitability or treatment pathway advice, contact our team.
If you are unsure whether your patient is suitable for admission, our team is happy to discuss referral options prior to submitting a referral.
- Call 1800 707 581
- Email robina.admissions@aurorahealth.com.au
- Fax 07 5665 5199
- Send referral via Medical Objects to Robina Private Hospital
Mental Health Referrals for GPs, Specialists and Healthcare Professionals
Robina Private Hospital works in partnership with General Practitioners, Psychiatrists, Specialists and healthcare providers to support individuals experiencing mental health concerns.
We provide access to inpatient treatment, day programs and specialised mental health services for adolescents, adults and older persons requiring additional support beyond community-based care.
Our Admissions Team can assist with admission suitability, funding eligibility, psychiatrist allocation and referral coordination, helping make the referral process as straightforward as possible.
Who Can Be Referred?
Robina Private Hospital provides treatment for adolescents, adults and older adults experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions.
Referrals are accepted from:
- General Practitioners
- Psychiatrists
- Medical Specialists
- Hospitals and Emergency Departments
- Allied Health Professionals
- Community Mental Health Services
When Should You Refer?
A referral may be appropriate when a patient requires:
- Inpatient mental health treatment
- Specialist psychiatric assessment
- Intensive therapeutic intervention
- Day program support
- Eating disorder treatment
- Young adult mental health support
- Older persons psychiatric care
- Mood disorder management
- TMS assessment
- Additional support beyond community-based treatment
If you are unsure whether a patient is suitable for admission, our Admissions Team can discuss available treatment options.
Do I Need to Refer to a Specific Psychiatrist?
No.
If your patient has an existing treating psychiatrist, you are welcome to nominate them as part of the referral.
If a patient does not currently have a psychiatrist, our Admissions and Assessment Team can assist in identifying an appropriate psychiatrist based on the patient's needs and availability.
This helps streamline the referral process and improve access to care.
Referral Pathways
Inpatient Mental Health Treatment
Our inpatient programs provide structured, evidence-based treatment for individuals requiring more intensive support.
Patients may benefit from admission when they require:
- Psychiatric assessment and management
- Medication review and stabilisation
- Daily therapeutic support
- Multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Ongoing risk assessment and care
Mental Health Day Programs
Our day programs provide evidence-based treatment while allowing patients to remain at home.
Programs may be suitable for patients requiring:
- Relapse prevention support
- Ongoing therapeutic intervention
- Mood disorder management
- Anxiety treatment
- Emotional regulation programs
Outpatient Psychiatry and Private Practice Referrals
Robina Private Practice provides access to experienced psychiatrists for outpatient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing mental health care.
Outpatient referrals may be suitable for patients who require:
- Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis
- Medication review and management
- Mental health treatment planning
- Ongoing psychiatric care
- Second opinions
- Specialist support for complex mental health presentations
Private Practice referrals can be submitted via our online form below or click through to visit our Private Practice Page
How to Refer a Patient
Step 1 – Submit a Referral
Please provide:
- Referral letter
- Presenting concerns
- Relevant psychiatric history
- Current medications
- Risk assessment information
- Previous treatment history
- Relevant clinical documentation
Step 2 – Assessment
Our Admissions Team will contact the patient to complete an assessment and determine suitability for treatment.
Step 3 – Funding and Eligibility Review
We will review:
- Private health insurance eligibility
- DVA entitlements
- WorkCover arrangements
- Other approved funding pathways
Patients will be advised of any anticipated out-of-pocket costs before admission.
Step 4 – Admission Planning
Once accepted, our team coordinates:
- Admission date
- Psychiatrist allocation
- Treatment pathway
- Admission information
Our goal is to ensure a smooth transition into care for both the patient and the referring practitioner.
Why Refer to Robina Private Hospital?
Specialist Mental Health Services
Dedicated treatment pathways for:
- Eating disorders
- Adolescent mental health
- Older persons mental health
- Depression and mood disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- TMS therapy
Multidisciplinary Care
Patients are supported by psychiatrists, mental health nurses, psychologists, dietitians and allied health professionals working collaboratively to deliver personalised care.
Continuum of Care
Access to inpatient treatment, day programs and outpatient support helps promote continuity of care throughout the recovery journey.
Patient-Centred Approach
Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual's clinical needs, circumstances and recovery goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I refer directly to Robina Private Hospital?
Yes. General Practitioners, Psychiatrists, Specialists and healthcare professionals can refer directly to the hospital.
Does the patient need a psychiatrist before referral?
No. If the patient does not currently have a psychiatrist, our team can assist with psychiatrist allocation following assessment.
Do patients need private health insurance?
Many patients access treatment through private health insurance, however alternative funding pathways may also be available.
Can patients attend a day program instead of being admitted?
Yes. Day programs may be appropriate for patients who require structured therapeutic support without inpatient admission.
Can I discuss a patient before referring?
Yes. Our Admissions Team welcomes enquiries regarding referral suitability, treatment options and admission pathways.