Healthcare IT News January 12, 2026
Adam Ang

Gold Coast Health is the first in Queensland to pilot this concept, initially supporting collaboration between local GPs and developmental paediatricians.

A public health service in Queensland is exploring digital-first shared care models to help clinicians address mounting backlogs, especially in specialist clinics, while improving and optimising access to care.

Gold Coast Health has launched a proof-of-concept trial of DevPaed Connect, a digital interface that allows general practitioners to connect directly with developmental paediatric specialists via secure messaging for consultations and receive specialist advice within 1-2 business days.

WHY IT MATTERS

GCH notes how it can take a year or so before a child gets seen by a specialist, as cases of children identified with developmental or behavioural conditions are...

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