Based in Lilydale, Victoria, our medical doctors can work with you to find alternative treatments for various conditions esp with medicinal cannabis.
Lilydale Doctors provides medical consultations to assess suitability for medicinal cannabis in accordance with Australian regulations.
All consultations are conducted by qualified medical practitioners. Prescribing decisions are made only after individual clinical assessment, review of medical history, and informed consent. A prescription is not guaranteed, and not all patients are suitable.
Clinical scope of consultations
Suitability for prescribing is determined by a doctor following individual medical assessment and professional judgement. Medicinal cannabis consultations at our clinic are provided within a restricted clinical scope eg concerns regarding pain.
Some management options discussed during consultation are not publicly advertised and may not be suitable for all patients.
What happens during a consultation?
During your appointment, your doctor may:
- review your medical history and current treatments
- discuss symptoms and previous management approaches
- assess whether medicinal cannabis may be appropriate to consider
- explain regulatory requirements, safety considerations, and follow-up expectations
Medicinal cannabis is a regulated prescription-only medicine and is considered only where clinically appropriate.
Fees & appointments
Private consultation fees apply.
Bulk billing is not available for these consultations.
For information about Australian regulations governing access to medicinal cannabis, patients may refer to the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website.
Disclaimer: Information on this page is general in nature and is not intended as medical advice or as advertising of prescription medicines. Medicinal cannabis prescribing decisions are made only after individual clinical assessment by a qualified medical practitioner and are not guaranteed. Outcomes vary between patients.
Our medicinal cannabis Prescribing clinic focuses on helping patients with chronic pain conditions who may benefit from medicinal cannabis.
To be eligible for medicinal cannabis in Australia, patients must have a condition for which there is some evidence that medicinal cannabis helps and must have exhausted or be unable to use conventional therapies for their indication.
For more information on federal government rules pertaining to access to medical cannabis in Australia, please refer to the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website. The TGA also provides some consumer information and guidance for patients.
Patients can be prescribed medicinal cannabis at the Clinic by following our 3 step process:
Book a Screening appointment
Our doctor will assess your condition and make a decision about whether to apply for medicinal cannabis on your behalf. Patients must have an up to date health summary along with any other information ( including specialist letters etc ) from their regular GP or Specialist and complete a consent form.
Doctor consultations can be done in person or on phone.
(Medicare rebate only applicable for clinic consultations)
Approval and Script
If our medical team determines that medicinal cannabis is a suitable treatment for you, we will apply for approval from the necessary authorities and your prescription
Ongoing Monitoring
All our patients undergo strict monitoring to assess the outcome of treatment. Monitoring is done regularly.
NOTE: Consultation fees apply, please enquire when making an appointment.
Consultation duration and fees:
Initial Consultation
- Initial consultation and assessment (approximately 20-30 minutes)
- $170 for consultation with a Medicare rebate of approx. $70
- $100 for applications submissions for Special Access Scheme (SAS) medicines with no rebate (inclusive of admin work)
Follow-up Consultations
- $125 for Follow-up consultation & progress reports (approx. 20 minutes with a Medicare rebate of approx. $70)
- $100 applicable only if further admin work required
What is medicinal cannabis?
Medicinal cannabis is a regulated therapeutic good discussed during consultation where clinically appropriate.
How is medicinal cannabis regulated?
The medicinal cannabis industry in Australia falls under the Therapeutic Goods Act, 1989 (TGA). This Act ensures that all therapeutic goods available in Australia are safe and fit for purpose.
Under TGA, medicinal cannabis is only administered through the following schemes:
Authorised Prescriber Scheme (AP)
Special Access Scheme (SAS)
Clinical trials
An authorised prescriber is a medical practitioner with approval to prescribe unapproved therapeutic goods for patients in their immediate care.
Will I get addicted to cannabis?
The psychoactive compound in cannabis is excluded from a number of pharmaceutical preparations. If you are worried about addiction, please let your medical professional know and they will discuss options with you.
Will my medicinal cannabis make me high?
Cannabis contains over 100 cannabinoids, which are naturally occurring chemical compounds that can help to alleviate a variety of symptoms.
The two most commonly used are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). While THC is responsible for the ‘high’ most commonly associated with cannabis use, CBD is not psychoactive and can be extracted and administered independently of THC.
What are the side effects of medical cannabis?
Side effects of medical cannabis treatments can include fatigue and sedation, appetite changes, dry mouth and diarrhoea. These will be monitored during your follow up appointments. If you experience any unpleasant side-effects in between, please call the clinic and a member of staff will advise you.
Can I still drive or operate heavy machinery while on medical cannabis?
Your medical professional will advise if your product is suitable to use while driving.
Medical cannabis has different effects on different patients. Please take care when using medical cannabis and do not drive or operate havy machinery if you experience an altered mental state.
I am already self-administering cannabis, what are the benefits of getting Medical Cannabis?
Recreational cannabis is very different to medical cannabis. For quality and safety purposes, we recommend that you always choose a legal cannabis source. Medical grade cannabis is tested for purity and is certified as contaminant free, this is not the case with street-bought cannabis.
Will one consultation be enough?
The number of consultations required will be determined by your condition. You will likely be seen regularly so that the doctors can monitor your progress and adjust your prescription as necessary
Will my health insurance, TAC or Work Cover cover the cost of the consultation and my medical cannabis prescriptions?
Not covered . We do not deal with TAC/WC linked Medical Cannabis consultations
Is medicinal cannabis covered by PBS?
No, medicinal cannabis is not currently listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
How do I make a booking in medicinal cannabis clinic?
Please call us on 9088 8177 to book a medicinal cannabis consultation appointment ( 20-30 minutes, pvt charges apply for everyone )
What to bring to your booking?
Recent Blood test/pathology test results
X-Rays, MRIs, or other medical imaging reports.
Health Summary or referral from your Doctor. However, you can self-refer
Relevant medical history from other doctor(s) if necessary.
Please ask them to provide this to you and/or transfer them to our clinic via email reception@hageshi.xyz or Fax on 03 9088 8175
Please bring your Medicare Card.
If this is a follow-up appointment, please bring any new medical reports if relevant
Consultation duration and fees: Initial Consultation
Initial Consultation
Initial consultation and assessment (approximately 20-30 minutes)
$150 for consultation with a Medicare rebate of approx. $70
$100 for applications submissions for Special Access Scheme (SAS) medicines with no rebate (inclusive of admin work)
Follow-up Consultations
$125 for Follow-up consultation & progress reports (approx. 20 minutes with a Medicare rebate of approx. $70 ) $125 for Follow-up consultation & progress reports (approx. 20 minutes with a Medicare rebate of approx. $70 )
$100 applicable only if further admin work and applications submissions are required.
All cannabis related queries and aooiuntments are currently with Dr Binay Kumar.
