Perioperative Unit and Day Surgery
How we can help you
Most patients who are having planned elective surgery come through our Perioperative Unit on the day of their procedure. 'Perioperative' means around the time of surgery.
If you are go home the same day or of if you are staying one night you will also return to the Perioperative Unit before going home. If you are staying longer than one night you will be transferred to one of our surgical wards.
For enquires about your surgical procedure, please speak with your referring specialist or surgeon.
For enquires about your stay in Hospital, please visit our webpage Surgery, Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine or contact our Admissions Department on 02 9392 9001.
For enquiries regarding your anaesthetic, please visit our webpage Surgery, Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine or contact our Anaesthetic Pre Evaluation Clinic (APEC) on 02 9382 3685 or by email to SESLHD-APECclinic@health.nsw.gov.au.
All of our surgical services are performed at Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick.
Managers
Clinical Nurse Manager Admissions: Nicola Timmiss
Waitlist Manager: Alpha Burns
Clerical Manager: Gillian Stanbrook
Booking Confirmation Phone Number
02 9382 3409 This is an answering machine service only. You will not receive a reply unless we need to clarify anything with you.
How to find us
Level 1, Dickinson Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (Building 15 on our campus map)
Intensive Care Unit (Adult) & High Dependency Unit
How we can help you
Our Adult Intensive Care Unit (AICU) includes the High Dependency Unit (HDU). Here we are able to provide intensive medical treatment and nursing care if you or your loved one is critically unwell, such as after a spinal cord injury; brain surgery or other major operations; or during a life-threatening infection. In the AICU/HDU, we can use machines to support you or your loved one’s lungs, heart and kidneys and provide very close monitoring. Our patient’s wellbeing is our main priority.
The Agency for Clinical Innovation has more information on intensive care services.
Managers
Nurse Manager Megan Pinfold
How to find us
We are on Level 3 North of the Acute Services Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (Building 30 on our campus map)
Patients who have had cardiac surgery are admitted to the Level 3, Dickinson Building (Building 15 on our campus map).
Information about how to get to our Randwick campus
Our team includes medical, registered nurses, dieticians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, social workers and speech pathologists who have specialised training in intensive care. We also have administration staff who support our clinical team.
We also work closely with the other health teams from across The Prince of Wales Hospital and The Royal Hospital for Women.
We understand that visiting someone in intensive care unit can be very stressful; we are here to support you. If you would like to talk to someone please speak with the nurse who is caring for your relative/friend. If you need additional support, they can organise a meeting with our social worker or chaplaincy service. You can apply for parking permit while visiting someone in the ICU. The nurse will be able to assist you.
When can I visit?
We welcome family and close friends to visit patients. There are no restrictions on when you can visit, however, we ask that only two people visit at a time. This allows our nursing staff to have access to your family member so that we can provide safe care. If you have been visiting for an extended period of time we encourage you to look after yourself and take time out of the unit to rest.
The main hospital doors are open between 6.00am and 10.00pm. Outside of these hours, entry to the hospital is through the Emergency Department, which is at the Barker Street entrance.
Please press the doorbell when you arrive at the AICU/HDU. Usually you will be met by either the ward clerk or clinical support officer. We ask that you respect the privacy of others and do not enter unless one of our staff is with you. Sometimes if we are busy or dealing with an emergency you may find you need to wait. Before entering, you will need to clean your hands with an alcohol hand rub found at the entrance of the AICU/HDU.
We ask that families and friends do not bring fresh flowers as they can increase the spread of infections.
Are children allowed to visit?
Yes, children are allowed to visit. However, we recommend that you speak with the nurse caring for your loved one before doing so. They can help you to explain what is happening for your loved one.
There is very little space for personal items in the AICU/HDU. If your admission to the AICU/HDU is a planned operation, please only bring a small bag with some toiletries or essentials such as glasses. If there are a large amount of belongings, the nursing staff might ask families or friends to take the belongings home until you are discharged from AICU/HDU. Expensive personal items, like watches should not be brought to the AICU/HDU.
If you are from out of town, see our list of potential accommodation.
In the visitors waiting room outside the AICU/HDU there is a feedback box where you can either fill in a feedback form or nominate a staff member for Staff Member of the Month. Complaints may also be made to the patient liaison officer. All feedback is then reviewed by our Nurse Manager.
All referrals should be directed to the AICU fellow or the on-call specialist. They can be contacted through the hospital switchboard on 9382 2222.
If English is not your first language please ask the nurse caring for your loved one to organise an interpreter if you or your loved one need one.
As a level 6 Adult Intensive Care Unit, we are accredited by the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia & New Zealand. We provide clinical teaching and training opportunities for doctors wishing to specialise in Intensive Care Medicine. Nursing staff are also supported by specialised ICU Education team to progress through a professional development pathway.
Prince of Wales ICU practices evidenced-based medicine, and is involved in several research projects. As such, on occasions you may be asked to participate in a research project. This is not mandatory; however, should you be willing to participate, we will obtain an informed consent from you or your next of kin.
Intensive Care Unit (Adult) & High Dependency Unit
How we can help you
Our Adult Intensive Care Unit (AICU) includes the High Dependency Unit (HDU). Here we are able to provide intensive medical treatment and nursing care if you or your loved one is critically unwell, such as after a spinal cord injury; brain surgery or other major operations; or during a life-threatening infection. In the AICU/HDU, we can use machines to support you or your loved one’s lungs, heart and kidneys and provide very close monitoring. Our patient’s wellbeing is our main priority.
The Agency for Clinical Innovation has more information on intensive care services.
Managers
Nurse Manager Megan Pinfold
How to find us
We are on Level 3 North of the Acute Services Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (Building 30 on our campus map)
Patients who have had cardiac surgery are admitted to the Level 3, Dickinson Building (Building 15 on our campus map).
Information about how to get to our Randwick campus
Our team includes medical, registered nurses, dieticians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, social workers and speech pathologists who have specialised training in intensive care. We also have administration staff who support our clinical team.
We also work closely with the other health teams from across The Prince of Wales Hospital and The Royal Hospital for Women.
We understand that visiting someone in intensive care unit can be very stressful; we are here to support you. If you would like to talk to someone please speak with the nurse who is caring for your relative/friend. If you need additional support, they can organise a meeting with our social worker or chaplaincy service. You can apply for parking permit while visiting someone in the ICU. The nurse will be able to assist you.
When can I visit?
We welcome family and close friends to visit patients. There are no restrictions on when you can visit, however, we ask that only two people visit at a time. This allows our nursing staff to have access to your family member so that we can provide safe care. If you have been visiting for an extended period of time we encourage you to look after yourself and take time out of the unit to rest.
The main hospital doors are open between 6.00am and 10.00pm. Outside of these hours, entry to the hospital is through the Emergency Department, which is at the Barker Street entrance.
Please press the doorbell when you arrive at the AICU/HDU. Usually you will be met by either the ward clerk or clinical support officer. We ask that you respect the privacy of others and do not enter unless one of our staff is with you. Sometimes if we are busy or dealing with an emergency you may find you need to wait. Before entering, you will need to clean your hands with an alcohol hand rub found at the entrance of the AICU/HDU.
We ask that families and friends do not bring fresh flowers as they can increase the spread of infections.
Are children allowed to visit?
Yes, children are allowed to visit. However, we recommend that you speak with the nurse caring for your loved one before doing so. They can help you to explain what is happening for your loved one.
There is very little space for personal items in the AICU/HDU. If your admission to the AICU/HDU is a planned operation, please only bring a small bag with some toiletries or essentials such as glasses. If there are a large amount of belongings, the nursing staff might ask families or friends to take the belongings home until you are discharged from AICU/HDU. Expensive personal items, like watches should not be brought to the AICU/HDU.
If you are from out of town, see our list of potential accommodation.
In the visitors waiting room outside the AICU/HDU there is a feedback box where you can either fill in a feedback form or nominate a staff member for Staff Member of the Month. Complaints may also be made to the patient liaison officer. All feedback is then reviewed by our Nurse Manager.
All referrals should be directed to the AICU fellow or the on-call specialist. They can be contacted through the hospital switchboard on 9382 2222.
If English is not your first language please ask the nurse caring for your loved one to organise an interpreter if you or your loved one need one.
As a level 6 Adult Intensive Care Unit, we are accredited by the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia & New Zealand. We provide clinical teaching and training opportunities for doctors wishing to specialise in Intensive Care Medicine. Nursing staff are also supported by specialised ICU Education team to progress through a professional development pathway.
Prince of Wales ICU practices evidenced-based medicine, and is involved in several research projects. As such, on occasions you may be asked to participate in a research project. This is not mandatory; however, should you be willing to participate, we will obtain an informed consent from you or your next of kin.
Hyperbaric Medicine
How we can help you
Our Hyperbaric Unit cares for patients across New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory.
We can provide you with Hyperbaric oxygen therapy which involves breathing pure oxygen in our pressurised room or chamber. The increased oxygen levels in your blood stream help to heal damaged tissue that has a poor blood supply from a previous injury. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to treat:
- Diving related injuries e.g. decompression illness also called 'The Bends'
- Soft tissue radiation injury e.g. radiotherapy wounds or damage to the bladder or bowel related to radiation therapy
- Osteoradionecrosis or bone death, a rare side-effect of radiation therapy
- Chronic, non-healing wounds e.g. diabetic or hypoxic wounds or venous wounds
- Necrotising fasciitis or gangrene
- Some hearing and eye emergnecies (e.g.idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss within 1 week, and sometimes up to 2 weeks after
- onset)
- Gas related injuries (eg carbon monoxide poisoning and air embolism).
Manager
Medical Director Dr Jan Lehm
Nursing Unit Manager Kate Kumar
Office Manager Linda O'Donnell
Opening hours
Routine treatment hours: 08:00 - 16:30 Monday to Friday
Routine contact hours: 07:30 - 18:00 Monday to Friday
After hours emergency contact - please call POW Switch board on 938 22222 and ask to speak to the Hyperbaric Doctor on call.
Closed weekends and public holidays
How to find us
Building 9, Prince of Wales Hospital. For directions, ask at our information desks at the main entrances on Barker Street or High Street on our campus map
Information about how to get to our Randwick campus
Our team includes:
- Hyperbaric staff specialists (anaesthetists, specialist intensive care and emergency doctors and nurses)
- Nurse Unit Manager
- Office Manager
- Registered Nurses
- Technical Officers/Biomedical Engineering staff
There are two types of hyperbaric chambers. Patients can sit in nice comfortable reclining chairs in our main chamber (it is essentially just a big room), and breathe oxygen via a mask. Or some patients may lie down in our single person chambers, however this is not suitable for everyone.
To prepare for your visit please read our patient information booklet.
Main Chamber
Picture of face mask
Picture of single person chamber.
You must have a referral from your Specialist or your local general practitioner to use this service. Your doctor will need to email (SESLHD-POW-Hyperbaric@health.nsw.gov.au) or fax a referral letter to 9382 3834.If the referral is URGENT the doctor Must call the Hyperbaric Doctor to discuss the issue(Not Fax OR Email) The referral needs to be addressed to one of our hyperbaric specialists ( Dr Mary Grealish, Dr Jan Lehm, Dr Robert Turner, Dr Radha McKay, Dr Darren Wolfers, Dr John Mackenzie, Dr Glen Hawkins or Dr Danielle Wood). The referral must include your medical history, relevant test results, phone number, address, date of birth.
These are the days our specialists work:
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| Dr Hawkins | Dr Grealish | Dr Wolfers | Dr Mackenzie | Dr Lehm |
| Dr Turner | Dr Hawkins | Dr Wood | Dr Lehm | Dr McKay |
Please also fill out the patient health questionnaire and patient registration sheet. We can only arrange an appointment once a referral from your doctor and questionnaire has been received.
Once we have all the paperwork, we will contact you via phone to arrange your appointment. We try to find an appointment time that allows you to attend in person or via Telehealth (Audio or Video), however we do have set times that our doctors are available. The Hyperbaric Unit opening hours are 8.00am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
If you live 100km (one way from your usual residence) from the hyperbaric chamber there is a government subsidy program called the Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS), which will assist you with the cost of accommodation. You may also be eligible if choose to drive to the hospital daily for your treatment and the weekly total of km’s totals more than 200 km. Please discuss with our office manager who will guide you to fill in the appropriate form.
IPTAAS Forms
Visit this website to find the forms you need to fill in to claim for IPTASS.
Hyperbaric Medicine
How we can help you
Our Hyperbaric Unit cares for patients across New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory.
We can provide you with Hyperbaric oxygen therapy which involves breathing pure oxygen in our pressurised room or chamber. The increased oxygen levels in your blood stream help to heal damaged tissue that has a poor blood supply from a previous injury. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to treat:
- Diving related injuries e.g. decompression illness also called 'The Bends'
- Soft tissue radiation injury e.g. radiotherapy wounds or damage to the bladder or bowel related to radiation therapy
- Osteoradionecrosis or bone death, a rare side-effect of radiation therapy
- Chronic, non-healing wounds e.g. diabetic or hypoxic wounds or venous wounds
- Necrotising fasciitis or gangrene
- Some hearing and eye emergnecies (e.g.idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss within 1 week, and sometimes up to 2 weeks after
- onset)
- Gas related injuries (eg carbon monoxide poisoning and air embolism).
Manager
Medical Director Dr Jan Lehm
Nursing Unit Manager Kate Kumar
Office Manager Linda O'Donnell
Opening hours
Routine treatment hours: 08:00 - 16:30 Monday to Friday
Routine contact hours: 07:30 - 18:00 Monday to Friday
After hours emergency contact - please call POW Switch board on 938 22222 and ask to speak to the Hyperbaric Doctor on call.
Closed weekends and public holidays
How to find us
Building 9, Prince of Wales Hospital. For directions, ask at our information desks at the main entrances on Barker Street or High Street on our campus map
Information about how to get to our Randwick campus
Our team includes:
- Hyperbaric staff specialists (anaesthetists, specialist intensive care and emergency doctors and nurses)
- Nurse Unit Manager
- Office Manager
- Registered Nurses
- Technical Officers/Biomedical Engineering staff
There are two types of hyperbaric chambers. Patients can sit in nice comfortable reclining chairs in our main chamber (it is essentially just a big room), and breathe oxygen via a mask. Or some patients may lie down in our single person chambers, however this is not suitable for everyone.
To prepare for your visit please read our patient information booklet.
Main Chamber
Picture of face mask
Picture of single person chamber.
You must have a referral from your Specialist or your local general practitioner to use this service. Your doctor will need to email (SESLHD-POW-Hyperbaric@health.nsw.gov.au) or fax a referral letter to 9382 3834.If the referral is URGENT the doctor Must call the Hyperbaric Doctor to discuss the issue(Not Fax OR Email) The referral needs to be addressed to one of our hyperbaric specialists ( Dr Mary Grealish, Dr Jan Lehm, Dr Robert Turner, Dr Radha McKay, Dr Darren Wolfers, Dr John Mackenzie, Dr Glen Hawkins or Dr Danielle Wood). The referral must include your medical history, relevant test results, phone number, address, date of birth.
These are the days our specialists work:
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| Dr Hawkins | Dr Grealish | Dr Wolfers | Dr Mackenzie | Dr Lehm |
| Dr Turner | Dr Hawkins | Dr Wood | Dr Lehm | Dr McKay |
Please also fill out the patient health questionnaire and patient registration sheet. We can only arrange an appointment once a referral from your doctor and questionnaire has been received.
Once we have all the paperwork, we will contact you via phone to arrange your appointment. We try to find an appointment time that allows you to attend in person or via Telehealth (Audio or Video), however we do have set times that our doctors are available. The Hyperbaric Unit opening hours are 8.00am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
If you live 100km (one way from your usual residence) from the hyperbaric chamber there is a government subsidy program called the Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS), which will assist you with the cost of accommodation. You may also be eligible if choose to drive to the hospital daily for your treatment and the weekly total of km’s totals more than 200 km. Please discuss with our office manager who will guide you to fill in the appropriate form.
IPTAAS Forms
Visit this website to find the forms you need to fill in to claim for IPTASS.
Multiple Sclerosis Clinic
How we can help you
We work with your local general practitioner (GP) and other health care professionals to help you look after your Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
MS is a disorder of the central nervous system which interferes with the transmission of nerve impulses throughout the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves.
We will work with you while you are in Hospital or at home to identify if you have MS and help you and your family/carers to manage this condition through medicines and lifestyle changes. We will also refer you to specialist health professionals or for diagnostic tests, procedures, support services and treatment options. We can also provide you with information on medicine injection machines and replacement needles.
All of our consultations are bulk billed.
We are one of the Neurology Services our Hospital provides.
Medical Manager
Prof Arun Krishnan
To make a referral
Visit Information for Health Professionals
Clinic Times
Tuesday 9.00am to 11.30am the 1st and 3rd week of each month
How to find us
You can find us in the Institute of Neurological Sciences on Level 2, High St Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (building 2 on our campus map)
Professor Arun Krishnan our medical specialist and specialist doctors in training. Our doctors will assess, treat and help you manage your MS.
Our administration staff will help you make appointments and provide information about what happens at the MS clinic.
We work in partnership with your local GP, Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Services, local pharmacies, the MS society and researchers from the University of NSW.
Your GP or another specialist doctor will decide if you need to use our services. If they think you do, they will send a referral to Prof Krishnan explaining your medical history, relevant test results and what medicines you are taking.
Once we have your referral we will send you your appointment letter in the post. If you provide your mobile phone number you will receive a SMS reminder 2 days before your appointment. Please let the clinic know if you do not want to receive a SMS reminder.
The MS clinic runs every 1st and 3rd week of the month on a Tuesday morning between 9.00am - 11.00am.
If you need to change or cancel your appointment please telephone the clinic on 9382 2414.
Waiting times
You may need to wait up to 3-4 months to be seen in the clinic. If your GP thinks you need an urgent appointment they need to telephone the clinic to discuss your needs.
How often do I need to attend the MS clinic?
How often you need to attend will depend on your progress. If your condition is stable you will need to visit the clinic every 6-12 months.
If you need help with your condition, start by making an appointment with your GP to discuss your health. If your GP needs some advice they can telephone the specialist doctor at the clinic.
If you need a prescription, please ask your GP.
Your GP is your primary health care provider and it is important that you continue to visit them. Our specialist doctor will send a letter to your GP after your clinic appointment.
On the day of your first appointment please bring:
- MRI scans
- Recent blood test results
- Your referral letter from your GP
- Your Medicare card
- A list of your medicines or bring all your medicines in a bag, including any herbal or over the counter medicines
- You are welcome to bring a support person (a relative, friend or carer) with you.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
We are teaching hospital and you may be asked to be involved in research or for a student to be present at your appointment. You have a right to say no. If you do so, this will not impact in any way on the services we will provide.
Neurophysiology Department at Prince of Wales Hospital
MS Australia www.msaustralia.org.au
Multiple Sclerosis Clinic
How we can help you
We work with your local general practitioner (GP) and other health care professionals to help you look after your Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
MS is a disorder of the central nervous system which interferes with the transmission of nerve impulses throughout the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves.
We will work with you while you are in Hospital or at home to identify if you have MS and help you and your family/carers to manage this condition through medicines and lifestyle changes. We will also refer you to specialist health professionals or for diagnostic tests, procedures, support services and treatment options. We can also provide you with information on medicine injection machines and replacement needles.
All of our consultations are bulk billed.
We are one of the Neurology Services our Hospital provides.
Medical Manager
Prof Arun Krishnan
To make a referral
Visit Information for Health Professionals
Clinic Times
Tuesday 9.00am to 11.30am the 1st and 3rd week of each month
How to find us
You can find us in the Institute of Neurological Sciences on Level 2, High St Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (building 2 on our campus map)
Professor Arun Krishnan our medical specialist and specialist doctors in training. Our doctors will assess, treat and help you manage your MS.
Our administration staff will help you make appointments and provide information about what happens at the MS clinic.
We work in partnership with your local GP, Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Services, local pharmacies, the MS society and researchers from the University of NSW.
Your GP or another specialist doctor will decide if you need to use our services. If they think you do, they will send a referral to Prof Krishnan explaining your medical history, relevant test results and what medicines you are taking.
Once we have your referral we will send you your appointment letter in the post. If you provide your mobile phone number you will receive a SMS reminder 2 days before your appointment. Please let the clinic know if you do not want to receive a SMS reminder.
The MS clinic runs every 1st and 3rd week of the month on a Tuesday morning between 9.00am - 11.00am.
If you need to change or cancel your appointment please telephone the clinic on 9382 2414.
Waiting times
You may need to wait up to 3-4 months to be seen in the clinic. If your GP thinks you need an urgent appointment they need to telephone the clinic to discuss your needs.
How often do I need to attend the MS clinic?
How often you need to attend will depend on your progress. If your condition is stable you will need to visit the clinic every 6-12 months.
If you need help with your condition, start by making an appointment with your GP to discuss your health. If your GP needs some advice they can telephone the specialist doctor at the clinic.
If you need a prescription, please ask your GP.
Your GP is your primary health care provider and it is important that you continue to visit them. Our specialist doctor will send a letter to your GP after your clinic appointment.
On the day of your first appointment please bring:
- MRI scans
- Recent blood test results
- Your referral letter from your GP
- Your Medicare card
- A list of your medicines or bring all your medicines in a bag, including any herbal or over the counter medicines
- You are welcome to bring a support person (a relative, friend or carer) with you.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
We are teaching hospital and you may be asked to be involved in research or for a student to be present at your appointment. You have a right to say no. If you do so, this will not impact in any way on the services we will provide.
Neurophysiology Department at Prince of Wales Hospital
MS Australia www.msaustralia.org.au
Nerve and Muscle Clinic
How we can help you
We work with your local general practitioner (GP) and other health care professionals to help you look after conditions that affect your nerve or muscle function.
We will work with you to identify if you have a nerve or muscle condition and help you and your family/carers to manage this condition through medicines and lifestyle changes. We will also refer you to specialist health professionals such as doctors, dieticians, physiotherapists, orthotics or for diagnostic tests, procedures, support services and treatment options.
All of our consultations are bulk billed.
We are one of the Neurology Services our hospital provides.
Medical Manager
Prof Arun Krishnan
To make a referral
Visit Information for Health Professionals
Clinic Times
Tuesday 9.30am to 12.00pm the 2nd and 4th week of each month
How to find us
You can find us in the Institute of Neurological Sciences on Level 2, High St Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (building 2 on our campus map)
Our team includes:
Professor Arun Krishnan, Dr Roshan Dhanapalaratnam and Dr Joanne Offord, our medical specialists, as well as specialist doctors in training. Our doctors will assess, treat and help you manage your condition.
For patients who have a genetic condition, our clinical geneticist will help with further testing and counselling. This service is provided by Sydney Children's Hospital Network
Our administration staff will help you make appointments and provide information about what happens at the clinic.
We work in partnership with your GP, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney Children’s Hospital and Community Health Services and researchers from the University of New South Wales.
Your GP or another specialist doctor will decide if you need to use our services. If they think you do, they will send a referral to Prof Krishnan, Dr Roshan Dhanapalaratnam or Dr Joanna Offord explaining your medical history, relevant test results and what medicines you are taking.
Once we have your referral we will send you your appointment letter in the post. If you provide your mobile phone number you will receive a SMS reminder 14 days before your appointment. Please let the clinic know if you do not want to receive a SMS reminder.
The clinic runs every 2nd and 4th week of the month on a Tuesday morning between 9.30am - 12.00pm.
If you need to change or cancel your appointment please telephone the clinic on 9382 2422.
Waiting times
You may need to wait up to 3-4 months to be seen in the clinic. If your GP thinks you need an urgent appointment they need to telephone the clinic to discuss your needs.
How often do I need to attend the Nerve and Muscle clinic?
How often you need to attend will depend on your progress. If your condition is stable you will need to visit the clinic every 6-12 months.
If you need help with your condition, start by making an appointment with your GP to discuss your health. If your GP needs some advice they can telephone the specialist doctor at the clinic.
If you need a prescription, please ask your GP.
Your GP is your primary health care provider and it is important that you continue to visit them. Our specialist doctor will send a letter to your GP after your clinic appointment.
On the day of your first appointment please bring:
- MRI scans
- Nerve conduction test results
- Recent blood test results
- Your referral letter from your GP
- Your Medicare card
- A list of your medicines or bring all your medicines in a bag, including any herbal or over the counter medicines
- You are welcome to bring a support person (a relative, friend or carer) with you.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
We are teaching hospital and you may be asked to be involved in research or for a student to be present at your appointment. You have a right to say no. If you do so, this will not impact in any way on the services we will provide.
Nerve and Muscle Clinic
How we can help you
We work with your local general practitioner (GP) and other health care professionals to help you look after conditions that affect your nerve or muscle function.
We will work with you to identify if you have a nerve or muscle condition and help you and your family/carers to manage this condition through medicines and lifestyle changes. We will also refer you to specialist health professionals such as doctors, dieticians, physiotherapists, orthotics or for diagnostic tests, procedures, support services and treatment options.
All of our consultations are bulk billed.
We are one of the Neurology Services our hospital provides.
Medical Manager
Prof Arun Krishnan
To make a referral
Visit Information for Health Professionals
Clinic Times
Tuesday 9.30am to 12.00pm the 2nd and 4th week of each month
How to find us
You can find us in the Institute of Neurological Sciences on Level 2, High St Building, Prince of Wales Hospital (building 2 on our campus map)
Our team includes:
Professor Arun Krishnan, Dr Roshan Dhanapalaratnam and Dr Joanne Offord, our medical specialists, as well as specialist doctors in training. Our doctors will assess, treat and help you manage your condition.
For patients who have a genetic condition, our clinical geneticist will help with further testing and counselling. This service is provided by Sydney Children's Hospital Network
Our administration staff will help you make appointments and provide information about what happens at the clinic.
We work in partnership with your GP, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney Children’s Hospital and Community Health Services and researchers from the University of New South Wales.
Your GP or another specialist doctor will decide if you need to use our services. If they think you do, they will send a referral to Prof Krishnan, Dr Roshan Dhanapalaratnam or Dr Joanna Offord explaining your medical history, relevant test results and what medicines you are taking.
Once we have your referral we will send you your appointment letter in the post. If you provide your mobile phone number you will receive a SMS reminder 14 days before your appointment. Please let the clinic know if you do not want to receive a SMS reminder.
The clinic runs every 2nd and 4th week of the month on a Tuesday morning between 9.30am - 12.00pm.
If you need to change or cancel your appointment please telephone the clinic on 9382 2422.
Waiting times
You may need to wait up to 3-4 months to be seen in the clinic. If your GP thinks you need an urgent appointment they need to telephone the clinic to discuss your needs.
How often do I need to attend the Nerve and Muscle clinic?
How often you need to attend will depend on your progress. If your condition is stable you will need to visit the clinic every 6-12 months.
If you need help with your condition, start by making an appointment with your GP to discuss your health. If your GP needs some advice they can telephone the specialist doctor at the clinic.
If you need a prescription, please ask your GP.
Your GP is your primary health care provider and it is important that you continue to visit them. Our specialist doctor will send a letter to your GP after your clinic appointment.
On the day of your first appointment please bring:
- MRI scans
- Nerve conduction test results
- Recent blood test results
- Your referral letter from your GP
- Your Medicare card
- A list of your medicines or bring all your medicines in a bag, including any herbal or over the counter medicines
- You are welcome to bring a support person (a relative, friend or carer) with you.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
We are teaching hospital and you may be asked to be involved in research or for a student to be present at your appointment. You have a right to say no. If you do so, this will not impact in any way on the services we will provide.
Medical Imaging
How we can help you
Medical imaging involves taking pictures of your body to assess or treat your health condition.
We offer a comprehensive range of medical imaging services including X-ray, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), ultrasound, angiography and fluoroscopy to both children and adults.
You will need a referral to use our services. When your results are ready they will be sent to your referring doctor.
Our contact details are on the right of this site, or click here to contact us via this website.
Managers
Director Dr Daniel Moses
Chief Radiographer Mr Bernard Law
Nurse Manager Ms Ingeborg Vuuregge
Operations Manager Mr Luke Coombes
Administration Supervisor Ms Carla Matthews
Reception hours
Phones are attended from 8.30am - 4.00pm
For opening hours, please see how to make or cancel an appointment.
How to find us
Level 0, Campus Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital (Building 16 on our campus map)
We are on the ground floor as you enter the Barker St entrance of Prince of Wales Hospital.
Appointments are needed for only some services. To make, reschedule or cancel an appointment please email us at powmi@health.nsw.gov.au or call us on 9382 0300 and follow the prompts.
X-ray
Hours of Operations: 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday
An appointment is not required
Computed Tomography (CT)
Hours of Operation: 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday
An appointment may be required, please send an email to powmi@health.nsw.gov.au, call us on (02) 9382 0300 or fax (02) 9382 0337
Ultrasound
Hours of Operation: 8.00am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday
Please note to make an ultrasound appointment, we need a copy of a specialists referral letter. These can be faxed to (02) 9382 0304, emailed to powmi@health.nsw.gov.au or delivered in person.
Once your referral is received, we will contact you confirming an appointment date and time. You will be contacted 2-3 days before your appointment.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Hours of Operation: 7.30am - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday (or 10:00pm on certain evenings). Please contact us for further details.
Please note to make an MRI appointment, we need a copy of a specialists referral letter. These can be faxed to (02) 9382 0304, emailed to powmi@health.nsw.gov.au or delivered in person.
Once a referral is received, it will be prioritised based on clinical urgency by one of our Doctors and an appointment will be scheduled. A letter will then be sent to you confirming the time and date. An SMS reminder will be sent to you 3 days prior to your appointment.
If you have questions about your appointment
Email us at powmi@health.nsw.gov.au if you need to:
- Request changes to your appointment time or date
- Advise us that you will be unable to attend your appointment
- Ask any other questions about your appointment.
Waiting times depend on why you are having your scan or procedure and what type of scan you are having. Our Radiologists prioritise each request based on clinical urgency and appointment times are allocated accordingly.
Waiting times for MRI, ultrasound and interventional procedures can be up to several months, however it does depend on how urgent your request is.
This service is covered by Medicare. You will need a referral from a GP or Specialist (depending on the service).
If you are not eligible for Medicare you may be charged an upfront amount. Details will be discussed with you prior to your scan.
X-ray
X-ray is the most commonly used form of creating an internal image of your body. X-ray images are typically used to examine broken bones, swallowed objects, lungs, blood vessels and breasts.
Computed tomography
Computed Tomography (CT) previously referred to as a CAT scan, combines multiple X-rays taken at different angles to produce detailed, 3-D views of certain parts of the body such as bone and soft tissue, including blood vessels and the heart. CT is also often the preferred method of diagnosing many cancers, such as liver, lung and pancreatic cancers.
Magnetic resonance imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses a powerful magnet and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues. MRI is useful in diagnosing a number of conditions by showing the difference between normal and diseased soft tissues of the body. MRI is often used to evaluate blood vessels, abdominal tissue, spinal injuries and tendon and ligament tears.
Ultrasound
Diagnostic ultrasound, also known as medical sonography or ultrasonography, uses high frequency sound waves to create images of the inside of the body. Ultrasound technology can also produce audible sounds of blood flow, allowing medical professionals to use both sounds and images to assess your health. Ultrasound is often used to evaluate pregnancy, abnormalities in the heart and blood vessels, organs in the pelvis and abdomen and symptoms of pain, swelling and infection.
Angiography
Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) is a type of X-ray that takes images of arteries, veins and organs of the body. This is also known as an Angiogram. This usually requires an injection of a special ‘dye’ to highlight the blood supply to the legs, brain heart or other organs. DSA can be used to diagnose conditions such as arterial disease, blood vessel malformation, aneurysms in the brain and spinal disc problems. This is also known as an Angiogram. This usually requires an injection of a special ‘dye’ to highlight the blood supply to the legs, brain heart or other organs. In addition, DSA can be used to carry out treatments such as angioplasty, stent insertion and embolisations.
Fluoroscopy
Fluoroscopy is a study of moving body structures. A continuous X-ray beam is passed through the body part being examined. The beam is transmitted to a monitor so that the body part and its motion can be seen in detail. Fluoroscopy, as an imaging tool, enables physicians to look at many body systems, including the skeletal, digestive, urinary, respiratory, and reproductive systems.
Our team includes:
Radiologists and Radiology Registrars (Doctors in training) who will look at the images produced to diagnose your illness or injury. They may also use our equipment to treat your condition.
Radiographers are health professionals who are responsible for taking the images and ensuring they are of the highest quality. They will provide instructions during your examination and make sure you are comfortable while they take any images.
Nursing staff – Our nursing staff will greet you and together with our radiographers, make sure you remain comfortable and safe. If you are required to take any medicine, the nursing staff will look after you.
Administration staff – our administration team are your first point of contact with the department. They we will organise any appointments you need and make sure all paperwork is completed.
Our department provides services for Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney Children’s Hospital, the Royal Hospital for Women, Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital and the War Memorial Hospital. We work with staff and departments from within these hospitals, and also with doctors from outside the hospital who make referrals to us.
Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and the healthcare professional you want to speak with.
We are a teaching hospital and you may be asked to be involved in research, or for a student to be present at your appointment. You have a right to say no. If you do so, this will not impact in any way on the services we will provide.