Karina Dafter

Hunter New England and Central Coast PHN

Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network is a not for profit organisation primarily funded by the Commonwealth government to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the primary health care system. HNECC PHN supports GPs and other health professionals, and delivers a range of programs. Supporting health care professionals with: •HealthPathways -an online portal of localised clinical pathways •electronic referrals and eHealth records •accreditation and quality standards •chronic disease management and care coordination. We also fund and manage healthcare and support programs for people in the community including: •Closing the Gap Aboriginal Health programs •After Hours GP care •Primary Mental Health Services •Primary Allied Health Services •Health screening and immunisation