Gold Coast Doctors

Mermaid Central Medical Clinic’s Practicing Doctors

Practising Doctors

Dr Christian Allen

General Practitioner, MBBS, BBiomedSc, DCH, FRACGP

Speaks English and Danish

Originally from Northern NSW, Dr. Christian moved to the Gold Coast to pursue an education in biomedical science and medicine at Griffith University. He continues to reside on the Gold Coast with his family and has a special interest in general family medicine.

To further his career in family medicine, Dr. Christian completed 12 months of experience in general paediatrics, the special care nursery, and the Children’s Critical Care Unit, as well as earning a Certificate in Child Health.

Dr. Christian is well-equipped to provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He works with individuals and families to manage chronic conditions and improve overall health and well-being.

Away from his medical career, Dr. Christian enjoys spending time with his family, tinkering with the latest in technology, digital arts, and artificial intelligence (AI), and staying active.

Areas of interest:

  • General Medicine
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Mental Health
  • Child Health
  • Geriatrics
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity and Weight Loss
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Dysautonomia
  • Migraine Prevention
  • Food intolerances and sensitivities
  • Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risk assessment and management
  • Irritable Bowl Syndrome and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
  • MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome)

Automed Booking Options:

Fee: $110, Out-of-pocket: $67.15, MBS item 23 Rebate: $42.85, EMSN out of pocket: $13.40

A focused appointment for one simple issue or a quick follow-up.

  • If you just need a script
  • A quick check-up
  • To talk about one problem
  • To follow up on results or treatments

For simple concerns like these, our 15-minute Standard Appointment is the most affordable and efficient option. We’re committed to providing thorough and careful care, even for straightforward requests.

We understand it can feel like a lot to book an appointment for what seems like “just a script.” However, when Dr. Allen provides a prescription, it’s not just about writing the script—it’s about carefully reviewing your medical history, ensuring the medication is the safest and most effective option for you, and managing your overall health.

If you’re a regular patient of another doctor who is currently unavailable, Dr. Allen is happy to assist. To ensure your safety, we’ll review your medical history and confirm the prescription is appropriate for your needs. Some scripts may require prior application and approval from the QLD Health Chief Executive and may not be available on the day of consultation. The application process can take several weeks.

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Multiple Issues Fee: $280, Out-of-pocket: $197.10, MBS item 36 Rebate: $82.90, EMSN out of pocket: $39.42

Mental Health Care Plans Fee: $280, Out-of-pocket: $176.30, MBS item 2715 Rebate: $103.70, EMSN out of pocket: $35.26

EPC Care Plan Fee: $500, Out-of-pocket: $5.40, MBS item 721 Rebate: $164.35 + MBS item 723 Rebate: $130.25, EMSN out of pocket: $1.08

Review of a Care Plan Fee: $280, Out-of-pocket: $115.80, MBS item 732 Rebate: $82.10 + MBS item 732 Rebate $82.10 (MBS rebate available every 3 months), EMSN out of pocket: $23.16

Booking a longer appointment allows us to address your concerns thoroughly in one session, helping to ensure nothing is rushed or missed. This can often reduce the need for additional follow-up visits, making the most of your time and ours.

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Fee: $500, Out-of-pocket: $302.10, MBS item 123 Rebate: $197.90, EMSN out of pocket: $60.42

For comprehensive and thorough consultations with Dr. Allen regarding conditions such as:

  • ADHD, ASD, PTSD, BPAD, or other complex mental health concerns
  • Suspected or diagnosed POTS, ME/CFS, MCAS, EDS, Fibromyalgia, Dysautonomia

We understand that the cost of a longer appointment may feel significant, but this extended time allows you and Dr Allen to cover everything in more detail, which can often reduce the need for multiple follow-up visits. Starting with a shorter appointment is an option; however, please note that additional appointments may be needed to address everything comprehensively.

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What is the EMSN?

The Extended Medicare Safety Net (EMSN) provides an increased Medicare benefit for Australian families and individuals who have high out-of-pocket costs for out-of-hospital services, once the annual threshold is reached. This benefit is up to 80% of future out-of-pocket costs for out-of-hospital Medicare services for the rest of the calendar year, subject to caps on some services. Learn more here: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare-safety-nets

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s):

Seeing the GP first helps clarify your symptoms and can speed up your referral. The GP provides detailed information for the psychiatrist, which often shortens your wait time and helps you get the right care faster.

Not always. The GP’s initial testing sets a strong foundation, saving time on early steps. Sometimes, the psychiatrist may need additional tests for more detail, but the GP’s work speeds up the process.

The GP’s assessment lets us explore your overall health, identify other possible issues, and prepare a full picture for the psychiatrist. This means you get more complete and faster care from both the GP and psychiatrist.

We can’t guarantee timing, but a detailed GP referral often gets a response within 3 months. Basic referrals can sometimes mean waiting up to 12 months. A full GP assessment can help you get seen sooner.

 Yes and but by investing in a comprehensive initial assessment the GP gives the psychiatrist important background, which usually means faster and more focused care. It’s recommended for a smoother referral.

The GP reviews your symptoms, does initial testing, and checks for related conditions. This helps the psychiatrist focus on what’s needed, so you get thorough care without delays.

Managing ADHD isn’t just about taking medication. The GP can adjust doses if needed, check for side effects, and address any other health issues. It’s generally quicker and more affordable to see the GP regularly.

 No, regular GP visits are required for safe and proper care. The GP needs to check your response to medication and make sure your treatment meets the official care guidelines.

If you’re a regular patient of another doctor who is currently unavailable, Dr. Allen is happy to assist. To ensure your safety, we’ll review your medical history and confirm the prescription is appropriate for your needs. Some scripts may require prior application and approval from the QLD Health Chief Executive and may not be available on the day of consultation. The application process can take several weeks.

This depends on your individual situation and complexity, and it will be assessed case by case. If you’re unsure, you can book a standard consultation to discuss your circumstances with the GP. Note that to qualify for telehealth, you must have an initial face-to-face consultation with the GP or have seen another GP in the clinic within the last 12 months.

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The regulations in NSW and other states differ from those in QLD regarding psychostimulants and ADHD. It would be more appropriate for you to see a GP in your own state to ensure compliance with local regulations.

There are psychiatrists who see patients for ADHD locally, but their wait times are often very long, or they have closed their books to new referrals.

Not necessarily. Please arrange for the transfer of your records prior to the consultation and book a standard consultation. The GP will review your management to date and discuss your options with you.

No, this isn’t appropriate. Understanding your situation and condition requires a comprehensive assessment first. If the upfront fees for a complex consultation are too expensive, we can break down your issues into several standard consultations. Depending on your complexity, this may require two or more standard consultations.

Yes, please book a 30 minute consultation as Medicare requires a minimum consultation duration of 20 minutes for patient’s to access their rebate for a mental health care plan MBS item 2715.

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