Plastics
Plastics services departments are established at both Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals. The departments are integrated with some cross appointments of surgeons, as well as combined meetings and educational activities. Our plastic surgery departments provide emergency and elective services in tissue reconstruction after trauma and cancer surgery (commonly head & neck, breast cancers, as well as colorectal and pelvic cancers), skin cancer resections, and maxillofacial trauma. Referrals are accepted from across SWSLHD including Fairfield and Campbelltown hospitals. While both departments provide a full spectrum of services, there is a focus on facial trauma, head & neck cancer, and multidisciplinary team (plastic surgeons, dermatologists, radiation and medical oncologists, and allied health staff) at Liverpool Hospital. Breast reconstructive services are available at both hospitals. While the majority of outpatient services are provided by each specialist in private consulting rooms, there are also outpatient clinics at Liverpool hospital. Plastic surgery nurses provide weekly dressing clinics at Liverpool Hospital. Specialists plastic surgery trainees are sent by the Royal College of surgeons to both hospitals on six monthly rotations to benefit from the broad spectrum of clinical experience provided. Digital Referral Pathways to SWSLHDSouth 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. Available at Liverpool Hospital from August 25th. 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 ReferralImportant InformationPlease make sure your referral includes:
Once submitted, your referral will be reviewed by the relevant hospital team. You may be contacted if additional information is required. |
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Plastic surgery is the surgical specialty dedicated to reconstruction of facial and body defects due to birth disorders, trauma, burns, and disease. Plastic surgery is intended to correct dysfunctional areas of the body and is reconstructive in nature.
