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The MDT (Multidisciplinary Team) program funded by the NTPHN commenced in July 2025. The aim of the program is to reduce hospitalisation and improve general wellbeing for people with diabetes, pulmonary disease and/or cardiac disease. 

It is available for people living in the Darwin or Alice Springs region who:

  • hold a valid Medicare card
  • have diabetes, pulmonary disease, and/or cardiac disease
  • be at high risk of escalation or progression of one or more of their chronic conditions in the next 24 months
  • hold a current Health Care card, Low Income Health Care card, Pension card, or meet other specified financial hardship criteria
  • have support from their GP to participate in the program.

* Financial hardship criteria

  • someone who has recently lost employment but does not yet have the required documentation
  • someone who is experiencing family violence
  • someone who is experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity or living in crisis accommodation.

The program is specifically for people who need extra help in managing their condition through access to free allied health services

Allied health services include:

Podiatry
Exercise Physiology
Occupational Therapy
Diabetes Education
Dietitian
Physiotherapy

A Care Co-ordinator helps with managing your referrals and appointments and provides ongoing support throughout the program. They work with you, your GP and the allied health providers to get the best outcomes.

How to join the program

To join the MDT Program, you will first need a referral from your GP.  

Once we receive it, the MDT Care Coordinator will review your referral to ensure eligibility. The MDT Care Coordinator will then get in touch with you to schedule your needs assessment.

If you, or your GP, require additional information about the program contact the MDT Care Coordinator:

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MDT Support Services

MDT Support Services encompass a range of group activities designed to complement allied health services, helping participants better manage their health and daily functioning.

Darwin | Move & Improve Program

The Move & Improve Program is a 10-week MDT Support Services program, delivered by Healthy Living NT's exercise physiologist.

The program Includes: 

  • An initial pre-assessment consultation
  • 8 one-hour group physical activity sessions
  • A final post-program assessment

Sessions focus on strength, balance, mobility and are tailored to individual needs, goals and health conditions. The program is designed to give participants confidence in maintaining an active lifestyle and improving general health and wellbeing. 

Alice Springs | TBD

 

How to get involved

Participants who meet program eligibility criteria can access the support service programs through the System Navigator.

  • Current MDT participants: Your System Navigator will discuss a referral to Move & Improve during your regular care coordination.
  • New inquiries: Contact the MDT System Navigator directly to learn more.