Infectious diseases and microbiology, The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Contact
On-call Infectious Diseases consultant: Contacted through the switchboard at (02) 7825 0000
Email: [email protected]
About our service
Infectious Diseases service:
We provide a consultative service, including advice and clinical patient review to internal clinical departments, metropolitan and rural hospitals, and medical practitioners.
We provide Tuberculosis testing, surveillance and follow-up.
Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Pathology:
We provide an integrated and comprehensive laboratory diagnostic service to patients.
We identify micro-organisms and where appropriate perform sensitivity testing, and provide phone advice regarding significant microbiology or virology results and optimal therapy.
Services include the diagnostic laboratories of microbiology, virology and molecular pathology and antimicrobial stewardship.
Referral process for clinicians
Our department is using to manage referrals.鈥疶he Consultmed platform allows health professionals to send e-referrals to us securely. 鈥�
Consultmed questions and technical support: [email protected]
Referral and appointment process for parents and carers
Request a referral
To make an appointment at our clinic, you will need a referral from your GP, paediatrician or specialist.
They will assess your child, discuss your concerns, and make a referral to the appropriate service.鈥�
Track your referral
Our department uses Consultmed to manage referrals. Your referring clinician sends the e-referral to us using the secure Consultmed platform.鈥�
Once we receive the referral, we will send you an email with your tracking information. We will update you as we process the referral and book your appointment.
To receive these updates, please ask your referring clinician to include your email on the referral.鈥�
If your clinician has questions about Consultmed or require technical support, they can contact [email protected].
Need support?
If you need help or have questions about the referral and appointment process, please contact us.鈥�
