MPA is your partner in specialist melanoma supportive care working alongside you and your team to ensure your patients have access to the right support, at every stage of their melanoma journey.
Melanoma Patients Australia has a range of free resources you can share with your patients.
From information about diagnosis and treatment to peer support, nurse counselling and community programs MPA is here to support your patients on every stage of their journey.
Download our resource brochure for more information to share with your patients.
Complete our referral form below to refer your patient to MPA for melanoma specialist programs and services.
Melanoma Patients Australia provides critical support services, free of charge to melanoma patients, survivors and their families and caregivers across Australia.
A collection of free resources to help you and your patients navigate melanoma with confidence.
Support and information for people navigating melanoma in rural, regional, and remote areas.
MPA is a national non-profit provider of free specialist supportive care programs and services for people affected by melanoma.  Our support services include a Melanoma Support Line, Melanoma Telehealth Nursing Service, Melanoma Counselling Service, Melanoma Support Groups. Our support programs include Melanoma Patient Information and Education, Melanoma Patient & Carer Advocacy Program and Melanoma Peer Support Program.
MPA does not provide medical or clinical treatment, but works alongside healthcare teams to offer specialist, patient-centred support at key transitions and across the care pathway.
You can refer a patient by completing a simple referral form or encouraging them to connect directly with our support services.
Patients can be referred at any stage—from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, or advanced care—whenever additional support may be beneficial.
All MPA melanoma specialist support programs and services are provided at no cost to patients and their families.
Once a referral is received, an experienced melanoma nurse navigator will connect with the patient to assess their needs and provide tailored support and information, including a referral of supportive care programs and services.
Yes, patients can self-refer and access MPA services directly at any time via the referral form, calling the Melanoma Support Line 1300 844 450 or emailing [email protected]
MPA complements clinical care by working alongside healthcare professionals, ensuring patients receive coordinated support without replacing medical advice or treatment.
MPA offers nurse-led support, reliable information, peer support groups, emotional wellbeing resources, and help navigating the healthcare system.
Yes, MPA supports carers and families with information, emotional support, and resources to help them care for their loved one and themselves.
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Melanoma Patients Australia recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Australia, and we acknowledge, respect and embrace their continued connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and emerging.
We recognise, value and celebrate diversity and act in the spirit of inclusion.
