KookaDesk › AI receptionist for Sydney physio clinics

AI receptionist for Sydney physio clinics

In a session? KookaDesk answers new patients.

Your front desk is busy checking patients in, and after 6pm nobody answers at all. KookaDesk picks up missed calls, emails and website enquiries within 60 seconds, 24/7, takes new-patient details, answers common questions from information you approve, and sends the patient your booking link or books a call back.

No card needed · Keep your own number · No lock-in · We set it all up for you

Example text to you after a missed enquiry
NEW PATIENT
Jess N. – Chatswood
Lower back pain for 2 weeks, desk worker. Has private health (extras). No GP referral.
Booking link sent ✓ · Prefers evenings
ENQUIRY
Peter G. – Hurstville · Asked about a GP Chronic Disease Management referral. Callback requested tomorrow am.
Illustrative example – names and details are made up.

Why clinics miss new patients

The phone rings during sessions

Solo and small clinics can't stop a treatment to answer. New patients who hit voicemail often book elsewhere.

After-hours enquiries

Many people look for a physio in the evening or on weekends, when the clinic is closed.

Admin time is expensive

Repeating the same answers about fees, health funds and referrals eats into reception hours.

How KookaDesk works for you

Set up in about 48 hours. You don't change your number, your phone or how you work.

STEP 1

Divert missed calls

Set a short diversion code so calls you don't answer go to your KookaDesk line. We connect your email and website form too.

STEP 2

It answers in your name

It says up front it's your AI assistant, asks your questions and only gives answers and prices you've approved.

STEP 3

You get the job

It books a time or a call back and texts you a short summary straight away, so you can decide in seconds.

What it asks your customers

  • New or existing patient, and preferred practitioner
  • General reason for visit (no diagnosis or clinical advice)
  • Referral type if any – GP Chronic Disease Management, workers compensation, CTP, DVA
  • Private health fund (for information only)
  • Preferred days and times
  • Best contact details and consent to be contacted

No clinical advice. Privacy built in.

The assistant never diagnoses, gives exercise or treatment advice, or comments on a patient's condition. If a caller describes symptoms that sound serious (for example chest pain, trouble breathing, or a sudden severe injury) it tells them to call 000 or see a doctor urgently.

Health information is sensitive under the Privacy Act. KookaDesk only collects what's needed to book the appointment, uses it only for that purpose, and our Privacy Policy explains where data is stored (some of our providers store data outside Australia). We'll configure the wording with you before go-live.

One flat monthly fee. Free for 14 days.

Plans from A$199/month +GST. 14-day trial with up to 100 call minutes – no card, switches off automatically.

Setup fee waived for our first 3 founding customers. Month to month, 30 days' notice to cancel.

Serving businesses across Sydney

KookaDesk is run from Sydney. You tell it which suburbs you cover and it politely redirects the rest.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an AI receptionist cost for a physio clinic?

A$199, A$349 or A$549 per month +GST depending on call minutes and features. Free 14-day trial with up to 100 minutes, no card needed. Setup fee waived for our first 3 founding customers.

Does it book directly into Cliniko, Nookal or Splose?

At launch KookaDesk sends the patient your online booking link, or takes their details and books a call back for your team. Direct integration depends on your practice software – tell us which one you use when you start your trial and we'll confirm what's possible.

Will it give medical or treatment advice?

No. It only answers administrative questions you approve (fees, location, parking, health fund rebates, referrals) and refers anything clinical to your practitioners or to emergency services.

Is patient information kept private?

We collect only what's needed to arrange the appointment, use it only for that, and never use your patients' calls to train AI models. Details are in our Privacy Policy.

Will patients know it's an AI?

Yes. It introduces itself as your clinic's AI assistant and tells callers the call may be recorded, with an option to leave a message without recording.

Do we keep our clinic number?

Yes. You divert calls you don't answer, or after-hours calls, to your KookaDesk line.

Start your free 14-day trial