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Menopause & Perimenopause Support Online

Speak with a bulk billed telehealth GP about perimenopause and menopause. Discuss MHT, symptom management, and pathology referrals from home.

What are perimenopause and menopause?

Perimenopause is the transition phase leading up to menopause, during which hormone levels fluctuate and menstrual cycles change. Menopause is confirmed once a person has not had a period for 12 consecutive months and typically occurs in Australia between ages 45 and 55.

Common symptoms include hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance, mood changes, joint aches, brain fog, vaginal dryness, and changes in libido. Some people experience few symptoms; others find the impact on daily life significant.

How a telehealth GP can help

A NewDoc GP can take a thorough history, discuss your symptoms and concerns, and explain the available management options. This includes menopausal hormone therapy (MHT, formerly called HRT), non-hormonal medication options, and lifestyle approaches. Your GP can issue eScripts, order pathology tests, and refer to specialists such as gynaecologists or endocrinologists if needed.

Because menopause affects bone and cardiovascular health, your GP may also review cholesterol, blood pressure, and bone density risk — and discuss whether additional investigations such as a bone density scan (DEXA) are appropriate for you.

Treatment options

Menopausal hormone therapy can be delivered as oestrogen alone or combined oestrogen and progestogen, depending on whether you have a uterus. Formulations include tablets, patches, gels, and vaginal preparations. Your GP will discuss the benefits, risks, and contraindications specific to your circumstances.

Non-hormonal options may help with specific symptoms. Cognitive behavioural therapy has evidence for hot flushes and sleep. Lifestyle changes — regular physical activity, balanced diet, limiting alcohol, smoking cessation — support overall wellbeing during this stage.

References

This content is informational and does not replace individual medical advice. For personal assessment, book a consultation with your GP. In emergencies, call 000.

Reviewed by Dr. Jason Yu FRACGP

Last reviewed 16 April 2026. Editorial policy

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Frequently asked questions

Can a telehealth GP help with perimenopause and menopause?

Yes. A GP can take a detailed history of your symptoms, discuss management options including menopausal hormone therapy (MHT, previously called HRT), order relevant blood tests, and provide referrals where appropriate.

Can MHT (HRT) be prescribed via telehealth?

Yes. If your GP considers menopausal hormone therapy clinically appropriate after assessment, they can issue an eScript during a telehealth consultation. Follow-up appointments are used to review symptoms and adjust treatment.

What blood tests may be relevant for menopause?

Your GP may order tests to check FSH, estradiol, thyroid function, iron studies, and bone health markers, depending on your symptoms and history. Testing is not always needed if symptoms are typical.

What non-hormonal options are available?

Non-hormonal options may include lifestyle changes, cognitive behavioural therapy, and certain prescription medications for specific symptoms such as hot flushes or mood. Your GP will discuss the options most suitable for you.

Is the consultation bulk billed?

Yes. NewDoc bulk bills telehealth consultations for eligible Medicare cardholders. There is no out-of-pocket cost for the consultation, eScripts, or pathology referrals.

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