 The Hepatology Clinic specialises in the care of patients with hepatitis and other liver diseases. These include patients with ascities, autoimmune hepatitis, alcoholic hepatitis, alcoholic cirrhosis, hepatitis A, B and C, liver tumours and non-alcoholic fatty liver and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis.
Hepatology provides consultant led outpatient clinics, nurse led assessment and treatment clinics, counselling and education.
The Hepatology Clinic provides multidisciplinary care so patients can be evaluated with regards to treatment readiness.
Non-invasive liver fibrosis assessment is available using the Fibroscan or the Shear Wave. Both tests are used to assess the level of liver 'stiffness' in patients with liver disease. These tests are non-invasive, quick and virtually painless for patients.
A FibroScan is used for most patients but for those patients where the images are difficult to see the Shear Wave is recommended.
Digital Referral Pathways to SWSLHD
South Western Sydney Local Health District receives outpatient referrals through
Consultmed, our secure online referral platform. This helps referrals reach the
right service and supports timely review and processing.
Referrals can be submitted in one of three ways
1. For your GP or other Healthcare Provider
Please speak with your GP, specialist, allied health professional or primary care
provider and ask them to submit your referral through Consultmed.
Healthcare providers can create a free, secure account or log in using the link below.
Access Consultmed
2. For NSW Health Staff
NSW Health staff can submit referrals to SWSLHD services through Consultmed.
Staff can log in securely using their StaffLink credentials.
Staff Login
3. For Patients or Carers
If you already have a referral letter, you can upload it directly through the
SWSLHD self-referral portal.
Submit your referral online using the secure portal below.
Submit Referral
Important Information
Please make sure your referral includes:
- Your personal details
- The reason for referral
- Relevant clinical information
- Supporting documents such as imaging or test results
Once submitted, your referral will be reviewed by the relevant hospital team.
You may be contacted if additional information is required.
|
