These clinics are located in the Adult Outpatient Department, Level 2, The Sutherland Hospital, Caringbah. Phone: 02 9540 7067.

We see all adult patients (> 16 years old) residing in the Sutherland Shire with neurological conditions including:

• Headaches 
• Dizziness 
• Muscle weakness
• Nerve pathology 
• Seizures 
• Strokes 
• Multiple Sclerosis 
• Movement disorder 
• Dementia and Neurodegenerative conditions

The process for referring a patient is: 

1. GP/referrer to send electronic referral. We are no longer accepting faxed referrals for this clinic.
2. The referral will be checked to ensure it is valid. If not valid then extra information will be sourced from the referrer
3. If valid, the referral will be triaged by clinic doctor
4. Appointment made as per doctor’s recommendation
5. Patient notified by confirmation letter as well as a text/call 1 week prior to appointment

For instruction on how to send an electronic referral, please click to see our resources here

A valid referral requires:

1. Written by a medical practitioner in a private practice or an SMO
2. Written to a named doctor within the clinic
3. Signed and dated by referring practitioner and include their Provider Number and place of practice
4. Include length of referral, unless it is a 12 month referral
5. Patient to have signed financial consent form.

Nham B, Reid N, Bein K et al (2021) Capturing vertigo in the emergency room: three tools to double the rate of diagnosis. Journal of Neurology. Aug 16 doi: 10.1007/s00415-021-10627-1. Online ahead of print.

Young AS, Nham B, Bradshaw AP et al (2021) Clinical, oculographic, and vestibular test characteristics of vestibular migraine. Cephalalgia. 2021 May 2;3331024211006042.

Young AS, Nham B, Bradshaw AP et al (2021) Clinical, oculographic, and vestibular test characteristics of Meniere’s disease. Journal of Neurology. 2021 Aug 22. doi: 10.1007/s00415-021-10699-z. Online ahead of print.

Nham B, Welgampola MS & Halmagyi GM (2020) Contraversive subjective visual horizontal predicts endolymphatic hydrops. Acta oto-laryngologica. Oct;140(10):833-837

Nham B, Young AS, Garsia, R, Halmagyi GM & Welgampola MS. A treatable cause of vertigo. (2020) Practical Neurology Aug;20(4):338-342.

Van Vught, VA., Young AS, Bradshaw AP, Nham B., Wood, M. & Welgampola MS. (2020) Three tools for managing vertigo in the front line. Medicine Today 21(6):34-45

Calic, Z, Nham, B, Bradshaw, AP et al (2020) Separating Posterior-circulation Stroke from Vestibular Neuritis with Quantitative Vestibular Testing. Clinical Neurophysiology. 2020 Aug;131(8):2047-2055

Taylor RL, Welgampola MS, Nham B. & Rosengren SA. (2020) Vestibular-Evoked Myogenic Potential Testing in Vestibular Localization and Diagnosis Seminars in Neurology; 40(1):18-32

Nham B, McGarvie LA, Taylor RL & Welgampola MS (2019) Testing the human Vestibulo Ocular Reflex in the clinic: Video Head Impulses and Ocular VEMPs (Book Chapter) in Advances in Translational Neuroscience of Eye Movement Disorders; Springer

Nham, B. & Williard, A. (2018) Why medically unexplained symptom health anxiety don’t need to make your heart sink. Medical Journal of Australia; 208 (4): 188

Nham, B. Baskin, J. & Choong, H. (2017) Listeria rhomboencephalomyelitis complicated hemorrhagic transformation. Neurology; 89(8): 872-3

Cancelling an Appointment

If you need to change or cancel your appointment please telephone 02 9540 7067

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Waiting list details

All referrals are prioritised and allocated according to criteria.

If you hold a valid Medicare card the visit is Bulk Billed.

If you do not hold a Medicare card a fee will be charged on arrival, please contact the clinic for further information.

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 us on 9540 7067

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Infectious problems which we treat include:  

• Bone and joint infections 
• Heart infections 
• Recurrent skin and soft tissue infections
• Infections in travelers 
• Infections requiring specialist care such as cryptococcal infection and Q fever.
• Assessment of the need for preventive therapy against tuberculosis ·
• Any infectious issue for which your general practitioner is recommending a specialist infectious diseases opinion but usually not those below.

Infections best seen by other specialist services:

• Infections with hepatitis viruses are best cared for by a doctor with a special interest in liver infections.
• People with HIV/AIDS are provided with a specialist surface by the Waratah Clinic at St George hospital phone 91132957
• People with sexually transmitted infections are provided with a specialist service by the Short Street centre sexual health clinic at St George hospital, phone 91132742 
• People with active tuberculosis are provided with a specialist service by the Chest Clinic at St George hospital 91132430

The process for referring a patient is: 

1. GP/referrer to send electronic referral. We are no longer accepting faxed referrals for this clinic.
2. The referral will be checked to ensure it is valid. If not valid then extra information will be sourced from the referrer
3. If valid, the referral will be triaged by clinic doctor
4. Appointment made as per doctor’s recommendation
5. Patient notified by confirmation letter as well as a text/call 1 week prior to appointment

For instruction on how to send an electronic referral, please click to see our resources here

A valid referral requires:

1. Written by a medical practitioner in a private practice or an SMO
2. Written to a named doctor within the clinic
3. Signed and dated by referring practitioner and include their Provider Number and place of practice
4. Include length of referral, unless it is a 12 month referral
5. Patient to have signed financial consent form.

We are a teaching hospital and you may be asked to be involved in research or for a medical 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.

Is there a waiting list?

Yes

Waiting list details:

 All referrals are prioritised and allocated according to criteria.

If you hold a valid Medicare card the visit is Bulk Billed.

If you do not hold a Medicare card a fee will be charged on arrival, please contact the clinic for further information.

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 us on 9540 7067

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We treat a range of endocrine problems including: 

• Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 and Type 2)
• Pituitary, Thyroid and Adrenal disorders
• Osteoporosis, Bone and Calcium disorders
• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and
• Hyperandrogenism

Exclusion criteria : This service DOES NOT accept referrals for:

1. Impaired glucose tolerance (IGT, IFG)
2. Dietary advice for weight reduction, high cholesterol, hypertension or CVD in patients with diabetes.

People falling into the above categories should be referred to Allied Health Professionals

The process for referring a patient is: 

1. GP/referrer to send electronic referral. We are no longer accepting faxed referrals for this clinic.
2. The referral will be checked to ensure it is valid. If not valid then extra information will be sourced from the referrer
3. If valid, the referral will be triaged by clinic doctor
4. Appointment made as per doctor’s recommendation
5. Patient notified by confirmation letter as well as a text/call 1 week prior to appointment

For instruction on how to send an electronic referral, please click to see our resources here

A valid referral requires:

1. Written by a medical practitioner in a private practice or an SMO
2. Written to a named doctor within the clinic
3. Signed and dated by referring practitioner and include their Provider Number and place of practice
4. Include length of referral, unless it is a 12 month referral
5. Patient to have signed financial consent form.

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Please Bring the below to your appointment:

• Recent blood test results. If you do not have a copy of your results, please bring the name of the pathology company that performed the test so we can follow up with them 
• A list of all the medicines you are currently taking including any herbal or over the counter medicines
• Any scans and reports related to your hormone condition.

Is there a waiting list? 

Yes

Waiting List Details

All referrals are prioritised and allocated according to criteria

If you hold a valid Medicare card the visit is Bulk Billed.

If you do not hold a Medicare card a fee will be charged on arrival, please contact the clinic for further information.

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 us on 9540 7067

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Our team include:

Administration Staff who will help you organise your appointments, inform you about what will happen and answer any questions you may have.

Nursing staff who help look after wounds, check your blood pressure, measure your height and weight, and provide education. Clinical Nurse Consultants may also be at your appointment

Doctors who will assess, treat and help you manage your medical condition.

You will need a referral letter from your local general practitioner (GP) or specialty doctor to use this service. Please ask them to write you a referral to a named clinician of your choice explaining your medical history, relevant test results, X-ray results and what medicines you are taking.

We will then send you a letter in the post with the details of your appointment date, time and location. You will also receive a reminder text message to confirm your appointment 7 days prior to your attendance.

If you need to change or cancel your appointment, please telephone 02 9540 7067.

Will I always see the same doctor at each visit?

The Sutherland Hospital is a teaching hospital so you will be seen by a specialist doctor or a specialist doctor in training. You will stay under the care of the specialist doctor but you may see the doctor in training for your appointments

What should I bring to my appointment?

• Current Medicare card or Veteran Affairs card
• Insurer details (eg workers compensation, public liability or third party).
• Recent X-rays or medical images and their reports, if applicable.
• If you have any particular medical needs we suggest you come prepared (for example, bring your medicines, if you are diabetic please bring food). 

Can I eat and take my medicines before my appointment?

You can eat and take medicines as normal unless the doctor has told you to stop taking medicines or not to eat. It is a good idea to bring any medicines you may need to take during the time you are at your appointment.

Waiting times for an appointment are different for each speciality and depends on the seriousness of your medical condition. The department is busy and there may be delays when you arrive for your appointment. We ask that you arrive at your allocated appointment time to prevent having to wait longer.

Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us by 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 us on 02 9540 7067

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.

We care for people in our hospital with the following conditions: 

• Malnutrition or poor intake
• Those requiring alternative feeding methods (e.g. enteral nutrition)
• Kidney conditions 
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Cancer
• Eating Disorders
• Paediatric Nutrition

Your doctor or nurse will refer you to the dietitian during your inpatient stay if it is required. You can also request to see a dietitian if you have any concerns about your nutrition.

Our department runs several clinics to support care needs for outpatients with specific nutrition needs or for follow up after a hospital admission.

Our Outpatient Services

Nutrition Support Clinic

Runs Weekly on a Tuesday afternoon.

Supports patients with poor nutrition status, malnutrition and enteral nutrition (tube feeds).

Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Program

Runs on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.

Supports patients with osteoparthritis awaiting joint surgery. This service runs in conjunction with physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

General Paediatric Clinic

Runs weekly on a Thursday morning.

Supports paediatric patients with growth concerns, allergies/intolerances, enteral feeding, nutrition deficiencies, fussy eating and obesity.

Renal Clinic

Runs fortnightly on a Monday afternoon.

Supports patients with Chronic Kidney Disease requiring nutrition education or support.

Oncology Day Clinic

The dietitian services the oncology day clinic daily, visiting patients during their treatment.

The dietitian supports patients who have had weight loss or malnutrition requiring nutrition support, tube feeding or assistance with managing symptoms during their treatment.

Once your referral is received, it will be reviewed and you will be contacted to book in an appointment.

If we think your needs are better met by another service we will assist you by coordinating a referral to the appropriate service.

If you have questions regarding your appointment or you would like to reschedule or cancel your appointment please call the Allied Health reception on 9540 8300.

Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us by 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.

Please bring:

• Your referral letter from your GP
• Your Medicare card
• Your appointment confirmation letter. You can show this letter to the staff on the Information Counters if you need help once you arrive at the hospital
• A support person (a relative, friend or carer) if needed
• Any previous dietary information you have been provided with
• For infants, it is helpful to bring their blue book 

We are located in the Allied Health Outpatient Services on Level 2 of the main hospital building. We are directly next to The Street Canteen Café, and opposite the main hospital lifts.

You can find us via both the southern entry to Level 1 from Kareena Rd (via the lift) or from main hospital entrance facing The Kingsway (Level 2).

Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us by 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.

• Please review the outpatient services to determine if your patient is eligible
• Please complete a referral and fax this to our department on 02 9540 7717
• If you would like to discuss our services please call us on 02 9540 8300

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.