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Holistic & natural health care in Australia
Reviewed by the Mediflora clinical team. This information is general in nature and is not medical advice.
Last reviewed 3 June 2026
Holistic (whole-person) health care considers your physical health, lifestyle, history and goals together, rather than addressing a single symptom in isolation. At Mediflora it is doctor-led: an AHPRA-registered Australian doctor carries out a full assessment, then writes an individualised care plan with you — available by telehealth nationally and in person in Byron Bay.
What does "holistic" or "whole-person" health care actually mean?
Holistic care is an approach, not a single treatment. It means a clinician looks at the whole person — physical health, sleep, stress, lifestyle, history and personal goals — and considers how these connect, rather than focusing on one symptom alone. This patient-centred, whole-person approach is well established in Australian general practice and is described by authorities such as healthdirect and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)
At Mediflora, that approach is doctor-led and evidence-informed. The goal is continuity — understanding your situation properly and staying with you over time, rather than a one-off interaction.
How is a doctor-led consultation different from an online questionnaire?
Some online services operate on a questionnaire-only model: you fill in a form and a decision follows. Mediflora is consultation-led. You speak with an AHPRA-registered doctor who reviews your intake, asks questions, and builds a plan with you — with structured follow-up built in. The table below sets out the difference between the two models, factually.
What to compare
A consultation-led model (Mediflora)
A questionnaire-only model
Who assesses you
An AHPRA-registered doctor, in a real consultation
An online form; clinician contact may be limited
Assessment
A full initial assessment of the whole picture
Structured questionnaire responses
Care plan
Individualised and written with you
Often a pre-set pathway
Follow-up
Structured follow-up, built in
Varies; may be optional
Pricing
Published, with terms (see below)
Varies by provider
This compares two general service models; it is not a claim about any specific provider or about clinical outcomes.
Who is whole-person care for?
Mediflora supports adults across Australia who want a doctor who takes the time to understand the whole picture — including people navigating ongoing or complex health concerns, those who feel previous care was rushed, and people who simply want a considered, doctor-led conversation about their health. If you are unsure whether it is right for you, you can speak with our nursing team first at no cost.
Is it available across Australia?
Yes. Mediflora consultations are delivered by telehealth nationally across Australia, with a clinical team anchored in Byron Bay, NSW for in-person care. No GP referral is required — you can book directly, complete a short intake, and have your first consultation, usually same-day or next-day.
What does it cost?
- Initial consultation — A$29 (normally A$59) for a limited time.
- Follow-up consultation — A$29.
- Switching from another clinic — A$1 initial consultation, once a discharge/transfer letter is processed.
- Free Nurse Consultation, no payment required.
Eligibility criteria apply to the discounted initial consultation and the switching offer, and these offers may end or change without notice. Services are not Medicare-rebatable. Pricing is published in full on our pricing page.
How to get started
The simplest first step is a quick eligibility check, or booking directly. If you would rather talk to someone first, our Australian-registered nursing team offers a Free Nurse Consultation with no pressure and no payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is holistic health care?
Holistic (whole-person) health care looks at your physical health, lifestyle, history and goals together, rather than treating a single symptom in isolation. At Mediflora it is doctor-led: an AHPRA-registered doctor assesses the whole picture and writes an individualised care plan with you.
Is holistic health care available across Australia?
Yes. Mediflora delivers doctor-led consultations by telehealth nationally across Australia, with an in-person clinical team anchored in Byron Bay, NSW. No GP referral is required to book.
How is a doctor-led consultation different from an online questionnaire?
A doctor-led consultation is a real assessment with an AHPRA-registered doctor who reviews your history, asks questions and builds a plan with you. A questionnaire-only model collects answers through a form. Mediflora is consultation-led, with structured follow-up built in.
What does an initial consultation cost at Mediflora?
The initial consultation is A$29 (normally A$59) for a limited time. Eligibility criteria apply and the offer may end without notice. Follow-up consultations are A$29. Services are not Medicare-rebatable.
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A$1 initial consult once your transfer letter is processed · eligibility criteria apply.
About this page
This page is general health information, not medical advice, and does not replace a consultation with a qualified clinician. Authoritative Australian sources you can verify independently: healthdirect, RACGP, AHPRA and the TGA.