Spinal cord injury and condition, Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick

Contact

Phone: (02) 9382 1685

About our service

The Spinal cord injury and condition service is part of Rehab2Kids. 

At Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, full care of traumatic spinal cord injury patients is handed over to the rehabilitation team when medically stable. The rehabilitation team provides consultation for patients with acquired spinal cord injury (that is, injury occuring as a result of infection, vascular problems, or cancer treatement).

Ongoing therapy continues to be provided by allied health professionals not necessarily part of the rehabilitation team.

Referral information and eligibility criteria

This service is a part of Rehab2Kids, Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick.

See Rehab2Kids for referral and eligibility information.

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Support services

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Services for Aboriginal families
Our Aboriginal Hospital Liaison and Education officers play an important role in the care and welfare of and advocacy for Aboriginal patients and families, helping ensure a responsive and respectful patient journey.
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Interpreter and translation services
We can arrange a free interpreter for you. Interpreters are available for over 50 languages. Tell us which language you speak when your child is admitted, or let your nurse know.
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