A referral from a GP or non-GP specialist is required to access our service.
To ensure that our resources are directed towards those in most need we have a selection criteria to determine what problems can be seen in our clinic. The below information is mainly for GPs and other referring clinicians.
Inclusion Criteria
- Patient lives in NSLHD
- Patient is over 18 years old
Out of NSLHD
- Reason must be stated explicitly
- Resident of other LHD that does not provide the clinical service
- Continuing care of existing condition already managed by NSLHD
- Demonstrated complexity requiring services of NSLHD
- Compassionate circumstances, e.g. family, proximity, staff
Providing more information will aid the triage process and make it more likely that your patient will be seen in the most timely manner possible.
Please submit referrals using the eReferral system through HealthLink, which can be accessed through most clinical software systems.
Referrals will be triaged and your patient will be notified of the outcome as soon as possible. This process may take between 1-4 weeks. You will be contacted if more information is needed.
Telehealth services are available, please indicate on the referral if you feel this would be suitable for your patient’s appointment.
