Complementary therapies are used alongside conventional medicines or treatments. Examples of complementary therapies include: 

• Acupuncture

• Allergist

• Aromatherapy

• Electrologist

• Herbalist

• Homeopath

• Hydropath

• Hypnotherapy

• Kinesiology

Speech pathologists’ study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with:

• Speaking

• Listening

• Understanding language

• Reading and Writing

• Social skills

• Stuttering and using voice

• Swallowing food and drink safely

It is important to know the different services that offer assistance to those struggling with their mental health and the risks entailed for each professional.  

Psychiatrists are medical specialists who have completed specialised training in how to diagnose, treat and prevent mental, emotional and behavioural disorders, providing:

• Diagnosis, treatment, management and prevention of mental health issues.

• Talk-based therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy.

• Prescribing appropriate medication.

The NDIS provides the necessary funding to people with a permanent and significant disability so they can access the supports and services they need. Providers are an important part of the NDIS, delivering supports and services that help participants pursue their goals.

Every NDIS recipient has an individual plan that lists their desired outcomes, the supports they will use and the funding they have received. Providers are one of the main contact points for NDIS recipients.

Allied health professionals provide essential care for people of all ages including children, elderly, people with chronic illnesses and those experiencing disability, to enhance and maintain functions within a range of settings, including:

• Hospitals

• Private Practice

• Community Health

• In-Home Care

Medical Malpractice is designed to provide an insurance solution for healthcare professionals. It protects an insured against claims for compensation arising from the provision of medical services.

At Fairlight insurance, our wide product offering includes Medical Malpractice, liability and errors and omissions.