Discreet STI, STD & HIV Testing in Newcastle, NSW

Discreet STI Testing & Treatment in Newcastle

At STI Doctor, sexual health is simple, private, and highly accessible in Newcastle. We offer fast, secure telehealth consultations with qualified Australian doctors (FRACGP-qualified, AHPRA-registered) to test, diagnose, and treat STIs—all from the comfort of home without the hassle of an awkward clinic waiting room.

Pathology collection in Newcastle

Laverty Pathology has a collection centre on Hunter Street in Newcastle, with others across the region. Your electronic pathology request from our doctor works at any approved collection centre, so you can pick the one closest to home or work. Most STI tests are a urine sample, a self-collected swab and/or a blood test.

HIV and STD testing in Newcastle

An HIV test is a simple blood test, and it's part of a standard STI (STD) check when it's relevant to you. Your doctor can put all your tests on one pathology request, so you can do them in a single visit to a Laverty or Australian Clinical Labs centre. For eligible Medicare card holders the consult is bulk-billed and standard tests are usually covered, so there's usually no out-of-pocket cost. Results usually take 2 to 7 days, and we text you when they're in.

When you need to be seen in person

Some care can't be done by telehealth, such as an examination, an injection (the usual treatment for gonorrhoea and syphilis) or specialist care. The public Pacific Clinic Newcastle is at Level 2, 670 Hunter Street, Newcastle West. It's free, you don't need a Medicare card, and drop-ins are welcome, though calling ahead ((02) 4016 4536) is recommended. Our doctor will tell you if you need this and help arrange it.

Need HIV PEP urgently in Newcastle?

PEP needs to be started within 72 hours of a possible HIV exposure, and the sooner the better. The NSW PEP Hotline is 1800 737 669 (1800 PEP NOW). Outside its staffed hours, go to your nearest emergency department. (more information) You can also book an urgent PEP consult with us.

STIs in the Hunter: what the numbers show

Gonorrhoea rates in the Hunter New England health district fell 15.6% in 2024, even as NSW recorded its highest number of notifications in a decade (14,046). Many STIs cause no symptoms, so regular testing is the only reliable way to know. Source: NSW Health, NSW Sexually Transmissible Infections Surveillance Report 2024.

How STI Doctor Works in Newcastle

Getting professional, bulk-billed medical care from home is designed for speed and complete confidentiality:

1. Book Online Instantly: Select a convenient, same-day time slot that fits your schedule perfectly (9 AM–7 PM daily).
2. Consult via Phone/Video: Connect securely with an experienced Australian GP to discuss your symptoms, routine screenings, or treatment options.
3. Get Fast Referrals & eScripts: Your pathology referrals or instant treatment e-scripts are delivered straight to your mobile phone immediately following your consultation.
4. Walk into the Clinic: Attend any local pathology center around the Newcastle region to complete your test with zero upfront fees via Medicare.

Our online doctors proudly service the entire community, offering a fully confidential and safe healthcare alternative whether you are relaxing at home or commuting through the local Newcastle region.

Take control of your sexual health with absolute privacy. Book your appointment today to get discreet STI care in Newcastle within minutes.