Neurosurgery, Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick
Contact
Phone: (02) 9382 1470
About our service
Neurosurgery is surgery of the brain, spinal cord and spinal column. It includes the nerves and peripheral nerves in the body.
The Neurosurgery Team at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick provides care and support to children with neurosurgical and craniofacial problems.
This includes:
- tumours of the brain, spinal cord and nerves
- head injuries
- hydrocephalus
- spina bifida
- spasticity
- craniofacial abnormalities
- spinal cord surgery
- endoscopic neurosurgery
- and the surgical treatment of epilepsy.
Referral process for clinicians
Our department is using Consultmed to manage referrals. The Consultmed platform allows health professionals to send e-referrals to us securely.
Consultmed questions and technical support: helpdesk@consultmed.co
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.
Track your referral
Our department uses Consultmed to manage referrals. Your referring clinician sends the e-referral to us using the secure Consultmed platform.
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.
If your clinician has questions about Consultmed or require technical support, they can contact helpdesk@consultmed.co.
Private patients consultations are made through the neurosurgeon's private office directly.
Need support?
If you need help or have questions about the referral and appointment process, please contact us on (02) 9382 1470.
Clinic information
General neurosurgery clinic
- Thursdays 2:30pm - 5pm
Craniofacial clinic
- Fortnightly, Fridays 07:30am - 10:30am
Spinal bifida clinic
- Fortnightly 9am - 12pm
Head assessment clinic
- Every four weeks, Fridays 7:30am - 9:30am