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The RCH Pre-Referral Guidelines provide suggested treatment prior to referral to the RCH outpatient departments. These guidelines have been specifically developed by the relevant RCH specialty.
Additionally, you will find reference to paediatric Health Pathways developed in conjunction with the Victorian primary health networks (phn) and Safer Care Victoria.