St. Andrews Health
Equal care for everyone, always.
We provide equitable healthcare and employment opportunities to all.
We actively uphold:
- Zero discrimination based on race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age,
disability, religion, or beliefs.
- Dignified treatment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Full wheelchair accessibility across all clinical areas, including:
- Ramp-free entry and widened doorways
- On-site lift access
- Disability-friendly consultation rooms
Confidentiality Pledge
Your privacy is our priority – ethically, legally, and professionally.
How We Protect Your Information
- Secure Digital Records: All health data is stored in encrypted electronic health
records.
- Legal Compliance: Adherence to:
- Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) & Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
Health Records Act 2001 (Vic) & Health Privacy Principles (HPPs)
[Learn more:
OAIC Website]
When Information May Be Disclosed
We will never share your health information without your consent, except:
- Imminent Harm Prevention: If you’re unable to consent (e.g., unconscious) and disclosure is necessary to
prevent serious harm.
- Legal Obligations:Mandatory reporting (e.g., infectious diseases, child safety concerns) or court
orders.
- Public Safety Emergencies:Overriding public health interests (e.g., pandemic response).
Test Result Policy:
To ensure verification and privacy, results are never disclosed by phone.
Collect them in-person or via our secure patient portal.
Zero Tolerance Policy
Respect is Non-Negotiable
We maintain a safe environment free from threats, intimidation, or violence.
Strict Enforcement:
- Verbal/physical abuse toward staff, patients, or visitors will result in immediate
dismissal from the practice.
- All incidents trigger:
- Formal investigation
- Police notification
- Potential legal action
Notice:
“Abusive behavior compromises our mission to provide compassionate care. There are
no exceptions.”