Chronic Disease Management Online: Ongoing GP Support for Long-Term Health
1GP provides online chronic disease management consultations delivered by AHPRA-registered GPs via phone and video telehealth, available to patients across Australia. If you are living with a long-term health condition, our registered GPs can provide structured, ongoing support to help you manage your condition, monitor your health, and reduce the risk of complications all from the comfort of your home.
All chronic disease management care delivered through 1GP is based on a genuine clinical assessment by a fully registered Australian GP, in accordance with Australian clinical guidelines and the standards of the Medical Board of Australia. Your care plan is individualised to your specific condition, health history, and personal goals.
What Chronic Conditions Can Be Managed via Telehealth?
A telehealth consultation with 1GP is suitable for the ongoing management of a wide range of long-term health conditions. Your GP will conduct a thorough clinical assessment and work with you to develop a structured approach to your care.
Conditions commonly managed through 1GP include:
Type 2 Diabetes Ongoing monitoring and management of Type 2 diabetes, including HbA1c reviews, blood glucose assessment, medication management, lifestyle guidance, and referrals to diabetes educators, dietitians, or endocrinologists where clinically appropriate.
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Regular blood pressure monitoring support, medication review and management, cardiovascular risk assessment, and lifestyle advice to support long-term blood pressure control.
High Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Risk Ongoing lipid monitoring, medication management for cholesterol-lowering therapy, and cardiovascular risk reduction support in line with Australian guidelines.
Asthma and Respiratory Conditions Asthma action plan review and management, inhaler technique assessment, symptom monitoring, and referrals to respiratory specialists where clinically indicated.
Thyroid Conditions Ongoing thyroid function monitoring, medication management for conditions such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, and referrals to endocrinology where specialist input is required.
Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions Ongoing GP-level support for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other musculoskeletal conditions, including medication management, referrals to rheumatology, and coordination with physiotherapy or allied health services.
Mental Health Conditions Requiring Ongoing GP Support Ongoing GP management of mental health conditions including anxiety and depression, medication review and management, Mental Health Care Plan reviews, and coordination of care with psychology or psychiatry services.
Chronic Kidney Disease Monitoring of kidney function, medication review, blood pressure and fluid management support, dietary guidance, and referrals to nephrology where clinically indicated.
Other Long-Term Conditions 1GP GPs can provide ongoing support for a range of other established chronic conditions. If you are unsure whether your condition can be managed via telehealth, contact our team or book a consultation to discuss your situation with a GP.
How to Manage Your Chronic Condition Online with 1GP
Getting started with chronic disease management through 1GP is straightforward:
Book Online
Select a convenient appointment time through our online booking system. Appointments are available across a range of time slots to suit your schedule.
Complete a Brief Health Intake
Before your consultation, you will be asked to provide details about your condition, current medications, and recent test results if available. This helps your GP prepare a thorough and efficient consultation.
Speak with Your GP
At your scheduled time, your AHPRA-registered GP will connect with you by phone or video. They will review your medical history, current condition status, medications, and any recent test results, and work with you to develop or review your ongoing care plan.
Receive Your Care Plan and Documentation
Following your consultation, your GP will issue any prescriptions, referrals, or pathology requests that are clinically appropriate, and provide clear guidance on your ongoing management. All documentation is sent to you digitally.
Chronic conditions require ongoing monitoring. Your GP will advise you on how frequently you should have review consultations based on your condition and its stability. Regular reviews help catch changes early and keep your management on track.
No waiting room, no travel, no unnecessary delay.
Your 1GP doctor will assess your situation honestly and issue appropriate documentation. If a prior period of incapacity can be clinically supported based on your history and current assessment, they will certify accordingly.
What Happens During Your Chronic Disease Management Consultation?
When you join your 1GP telehealth appointment for chronic disease management, your AHPRA-registered GP will:
- Review your current condition, recent symptoms, and any changes since your last consultation
- Assess your current medications and determine whether any adjustments are clinically appropriate
- Review recent pathology or imaging results if available and discuss their implications for your management
- Provide evidence-based advice on lifestyle factors relevant to your condition, including diet, physical activity, and other modifiable risk factors
- Issue prescriptions, referrals, or pathology requests where clinically appropriate
- Discuss your health goals and adjust your care approach accordingly
- Advise on the timing of your next review consultation
What is a GP Management Plan? A GP Management Plan (GPMP) is a formal care plan that your GP can prepare for patients with a chronic condition. A GPMP outlines your health goals, the actions your GP and other health professionals will take, and what you can do to manage your condition. Eligible patients with a GPMP may also be able to access a Team Care Arrangement (TCA), which can provide Medicare rebates for up to five allied health visits per calendar year. Your 1GP GP can assess your eligibility and prepare these plans during your consultation.
All consultations are conducted confidentially. Your personal and health information is handled in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and the requirements of the Privacy Act 1988.
Why Regular GP Reviews Matter for Chronic Conditions
Living with a chronic health condition requires more than a one-off GP visit. Regular reviews with your GP play a critical role in:
- Monitoring whether your condition is stable or has changed over time
- Ensuring your medications remain appropriate, effective, and safe
- Identifying early signs of complications before they become serious
- Reviewing and updating your care plan as your health needs evolve
- Coordinating your care across different health professionals, including specialists and allied health providers
- Supporting you with lifestyle changes that can improve your long-term health outcomes
Telehealth makes it significantly easier for patients with chronic conditions to attend regular GP reviews, particularly for those who find travel difficult, have mobility limitations, or live in areas with limited local GP access.
Why Patients Across SE Queensland Choose 1GP for Chronic Disease Management
AHPRA-Registered GPs
Every 1GP doctor is fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and practises in line with the Medical Board of Australia's standards for telehealth. You can verify any doctor's registration at the AHPRA website.
GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements
Eligible patients can receive a GP Management Plan and Team Care Arrangement through 1GP, supporting coordinated care across GP, specialist, and allied health services with potential Medicare rebate benefits.
Secure and Confidential
All consultations are conducted on a secure platform. Your health information is private and treated with the same confidentiality as an in-clinic GP visit.
Structured, Ongoing Care
1GP GPs take a structured approach to chronic disease management, with regular reviews, care plan development, and proactive coordination of referrals and investigations to keep your health on track.
Quality Telehealth Care Without Language
Barriers
Our doctors consult in English, Tamil, Spanish, Portuguese, and French, making quality healthcare more accessible to patients from diverse backgrounds across South East Queensland and beyond.
Serving All of Australia
Based in South East Queensland, our AHPRA-registered telehealth GP service is available to patients across all Australian states and territories
Online Chronic Disease Management Right for You?
Online chronic disease management with 1GP works well for:
- Patients living with an established chronic condition who need regular GP reviews and ongoing medication management
- People who find it difficult to attend in-person GP appointments due to mobility, distance, or time constraints
- Patients in Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, or the Scenic Rim with limited local GP availability
- Anyone who has recently moved or changed GPs and needs continuity of care for a long-term condition
- Patients who want a structured, proactive approach to managing their chronic health condition
- People with multiple chronic conditions who need coordinated GP-level care and referral management
This service is not suitable for acute flare-ups or emergencies related to a chronic condition that require urgent in-person assessment. If you experience a sudden or severe change in your condition, please call 000 or attend your nearest emergency department. Your GP will advise you if any aspect of your condition requires in-person care.
Start Managing Your Chronic Condition Online Today
Living with a long-term health condition is easier with consistent, structured GP support. 1GP’s AHPRA-registered GPs are ready to help you manage your condition via phone or video telehealth. No waiting rooms, no travel, just ongoing care when you need it.
Serving patients across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan, Scenic Rim, and all of Australia.
Questions? Contact us at support@1gp.au or call 07 3334 3718.
Medical certificates are issued at the clinical discretion of your treating GP following individual assessment. A certificate is not guaranteed prior to consultation. 1GP does not issue Certificates of Capacity for workers’ compensation claims.