Everyone needs help sometimes.

Know that you are not alone, and that you have the support of everyone here at WAMSS. Click through the panels to learn more about the ways in which you can get the help you need!

University Support 


Doctor’s Health Advisory Service Western Australia (DHASWA)

  • 24/7 confidential support line for medical students, if you are in distress, want to debrief or want to speak to a friendly doctor call 08 9321 3098

  • 'Drs for Drs' program: gives medical students fast-tracked and discounted/bulk billed GP and psychologist appointments.


WAMSS 

Help; I Need Time Off

If you need time off, you will need to apply for it through the appropriate channels. Short Leave (<2 days):…

Help; I’m Sick!

Contrary to popular belief, medical students are humans too, and we get sick sometimes. If this happens to you: STEP…

Help; I Need to Defer An Exam

You can get a deferred exam if the Faculty is convinced that, due to medical and/or exceptional reasons you: Were…

Help; I Need Special Consideration

WHAT IS IT?Special Consideration allows things like getting an extension for an assignment or deferring exams. WHO CAN APPLY FOR…