
Book a consult
We’re a patient-centred clinic, dispensing alternative medicine through collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals. We create a caring space where people are empowered on their natural path forward, together with the Essence Dispensary team’s tailored support.
Alternative medicines aren’t a first-line prescription and eligibility must be assessed.
How do consults work?
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Initial consult
If you're consulting with a health practitioner through Essence Dispensary for the first time, the first consult must be in-person at our store at 799 Old Cleveland Road, Carina.
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Subsequent consults
Following your first consult with a health practitioner at Essence Dispensary, you can choose an in-person consult or a Telehealth appointment. Just let our team know what you'd prefer when rebooking a consult.
Check eligibility
Alternative medicines aren’t a first-line prescription and eligibility must be assessed. Complete our questionnaire to see if you might be eligible to be prescribed medicinal cannabis for your condition or symptoms.

Location
We're located in Carina with lots of free parking at the back of our dispensary (via Osterley Road) and surrounding streets.
Our entrance is on 799 Old Cleveland Road, you'll find us next to Aroma Bakery and Snap Fitness.
If you're using public transport, the closest stop is bus stop 35.
FAQs
Will Medicare cover any costs?
For your in-person doctor consult yes. Consulting with a doctor to discuss whether medicinal cannabis is a good option for condition/symptoms, is the same as consulting a doctor/GP for any other reason.
If prescribed a medicinal-cannabis product/medicine, no. Unfortunately, medicinal cannabis is currently an unapproved medication and therefore is not covered on the PBS by Medicare.
Will my health insurance cover any costs?
Medicinal cannabis may be covered in part or full under the non-PBS pharmaceuticals category with some private health funds. For clarity check with your private health insurance provider.
How do I book a consult?
First, complete our patient questionnaire click here to find out if you may be eligible for medicinal cannabis.
If you're eligible, and you check the box to say "I want to book an in-person consult at Essence Dispensary at Carina", our team will be in contact you about making booking a consult with one of our health practitioners.
Where can I park?
We have free parking at the back of our dispensary on Osterley Road. Otherwise, there's plenty of street parking in the surrounding streets
Book a consult
Call the Essence Dispensary team to book a doctor or registered nurse consultation