Urology, The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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About our service
Our service accepts elective and urgent referrals for urological problems in children.
Conditions treated include:
- hypospadias
- hydronephrosis
- vesicoureteric reflux
- neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
We work closely with:
- Nephrology
- General surgery
- Transplant services
All foreskin issues and testicular issues are seen through General Surgery.
The Bladder clinic is managed by the Renal service.
Please refer urgent cases to the Emergency Department
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.
Phone: (02) 7825 3349
Email: [email protected]
Clinic information
Clinic function: Management of Paediatric Urological problems
Clinics are attended by the following specialists:
Dr Angus Alexander:
- All paediatric urology, specialising in hypospadias repair
- Medical Surgical Outpatients clinic, level 2
Dr Aniruddh (Ani) Deshpande:
- All paediatric urology
- Medical Surgical Outpatients clinic, level 2, and
- Department of General Surgery, level 3
Dr Sarah Giutronich:
- All paediatric urology
- Department of General Surgery, level 3
Dr Grahame Smith:
- Paediatric urology excluding laparoscopic renal surgery, testicular and foreskin issues
- Department of General Surgery, level 3
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