New Endometriosis Management Plan helps GPs deliver structured care for endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain
GPs can now use a new digital Endometriosis Management Plan (EMP) from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) to support assessment, treatment and referral for patients with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain. Locally funded services to treat endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain are available to extend that care to patients.
The RACGP has launched the Endometriosis Management Plan (EMP), a structured clinical tool to support evidence-based, patient-centred care for people with suspected or confirmed endometriosis or chronic pelvic pain in general practice.
The EMP was developed by Monash University's SPHERE Centre of Research Excellence in partnership with the RACGP, with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing as part of the National Action Plan for Endometriosis. It embeds key recommendations from the Australian Living Evidence Guideline: Endometriosis.
According to the Australian Government, endometriosis affects an estimated one in 7 Australian women*, with an average delay in diagnosis of 7 years. Chronic pelvic pain can be similarly complex and debilitating, affecting patients' ability to take part in education, work and family life.
The EMP brings assessment, management and referral together in one plan
The EMP brings evidence-based guidance and practical tools together in a single digital resource. It is designed to help GPs:
identify and assess patients with suspected endometriosis or chronic pelvic pain
start first-line management and tailor treatment to individual needs
document care in a structured way and support shared decision-making with patients
plan structured follow-up and ongoing care
coordinate care and referrals with other providers.
Where needed, the EMP also guides the development of a chronic condition management plan to support patient access to multidisciplinary care.
RACGP education and webinars support GPs to put the EMP into practice
The RACGP has released a suite of education to accompany the EMP:
gplearning: Endometriosis – a CPD module on identifying and assessing endometriosis, starting first-line management and using tools such as the EMP for structured follow-up and referral.
From evidence to care: a new Endometriosis Management Plan – an on-demand webinar covering diagnosis challenges, first- and second-line management in general practice and an introduction to the EMP.
Multidisciplinary endometriosis care and referral pathways – an on-demand panel discussion on how GPs and other health professionals work together to deliver coordinated care.
Using the Endometriosis Management Plan (EMP) in clinical practice – a live, case-based webinar presented by Prof Danielle Mazza AM and Dr Jason Abbott on Thursday 8 October 2026 at 7 pm AEDT (6 pm in Queensland). Register for the webinar.
The on-demand webinars are available from the RACGP EMP page.
Two local services extend support for patients in the Brisbane South PHN region
When patients need care beyond what a single practice can offer, GPs can refer to 2 services funded by Brisbane South PHN. Both are designed to work alongside a patient's usual GP, not replace them.
Oxley clinic offers bulk-billed, GP-led care for endometriosis and pelvic pain
The Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic in Oxley, commissioned by Brisbane South PHN, opened in April 2026 as part of the Australian Government's national Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics initiative.
Run through the Blunder Road Oxley Medical and Dental Centre, the clinic provides bulk-billed specialised GP care for women* experiencing symptoms of diagnosed or suspected:
endometriosis
chronic pelvic pain
perimenopause and menopause.
The GP-led clinic operates within an existing general practice and supports timely diagnosis, treatment and coordinated care closer to home. A valid Medicare card is required for bulk billing.
To refer or book, visit the Blunder Road Oxley Medical and Dental Centre website or phone (07) 3295 5555. The clinic is located at 146 Blunder Road, Oxley.
QENDOCare adds free multidisciplinary telehealth support to GP care
QENDOCare is a free, 12-week telehealth program delivered by QENDO and funded by Brisbane South PHN. It supports adults aged 18 years and over residing in the Brisbane South PHN region with diagnosed or suspected endometriosis, adenomyosis or persistent pelvic pain through a coordinated team that includes:
registered nurses
pelvic health physiotherapists
accredited practising dietitians
counsellors
peer support workers.
Patients do not need a formal diagnosis to take part. There are no out-of-pocket costs and no Medicare card is required.
QENDOCare strengthens, rather than replaces, GP care. Following a nurse-led intake, patients receive regular telehealth sessions tailored to their goals. With the patient's consent, the referring GP receives a discharge summary and handover report, and can take part in optional case conferencing.
QENDOCare may suit patients who are struggling with flare-ups, fatigue, bowel or bladder symptoms, fertility concerns or mental health impacts, and who have not been able to access multidisciplinary care due to cost, waitlists or location.
Referrals can be made via Medical Objects or Best Practice, or submit an online clinician referral form. GPs can make a one-off referral, or become a Referring Partner for a direct point of contact and closer collaboration on care planning for their patients. For more information, phone 1300 017 176 or email [email protected].
Helpful links and further information for clinicians
Further information about the Endometriosis Management Plan, local referral pathways and services to support your patients living with endometriosis and pelvic pain:
Explore the Endometriosis Management Plan and find the accompanying webinars and gplearning module on the RACGP website.
Register for the live webinar Using the Endometriosis Management Plan (EMP) in clinical practice on Thursday 8 October.
Visit Brisbane South HealthPathways for localised clinical advice and referral pathways. Endometriosis - Community HealthPathways Brisbane South. Don't have a login? Request access to HealthPathways.
Refer patients to the Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic in Oxley or QENDOCare for further support.
Learn more about the national endometriosis and pelvic pain clinic program at the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website.
Read the Australian Living Evidence Guideline: Endometriosis on the RANZCOG website.
*Brisbane South PHN acknowledges that sex and gender are distinct concepts and that sex-specific health issues like endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, perimenopause and menopause symptoms affect women and gender diverse peoples.