Rheumatology services, Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Contact
Phone: (02) 9382 1597
Email: SCHN-SCHRheumatology@health.nsw.gov.au
See Clinic information for clinic and outreach locations.
About our service
The Rheumatology service treats children with symptoms or signs of musculoskeletal diseases, such as juvenile arthritis or auto-immune and inflammatory diseases.
Through a thorough assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan, the rheumatology team aims to reduce the symptoms and pain experienced by children with conditions such as arthritis.
Treatment and management of rheumatic conditions may include:
- Occupational Therapy
- Physiotherapy.
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.
Need support?
If you need help or have questions about the referral and appointment process, please contact us.
Phone: (02) 9382 1597
Clinic information
Randwick clinic
Location:
- Outpatients, Level 0, Building C
- Level 7, Bright Alliance
Clinic days:
- A/Professor Davinder Singh-Grewal holds a clinic every fortnight on Wednesdays
- Dr Jeffrey Chaitow holds a clinic every fortnight on Thursdays
- Dr Amanda Marsden holds a clinic every 4 weeks on Thursdays
- Dr Praisoody Sinnappurajar holds a clinic every Tuesday.
Westmead clinic
Locations:
- Suite 16, Children's Medical Centre
- Outpatients Clinics, Level 2, Banksia Building
Clinic days:
- Dr Jeffrey Chaitow holds a clinic every Monday and every fortnight on Thursdays
- A/Professor Davinder Singh-Grewal holds a clinic every fortnight on Fridays
- Dr Amanda Marsden holds a clinic every fortnight on Fridays
- Dr Praisoody Sinnappurajar holds a clinic every Monday and every fortnight on Thursdays.
Uveitis clinic
A specialty clinic for children and young people with complex uveitis.
Location: The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Clinic days: Professor John Grigg and Dr Sophia Zagora (uveitis experts) with Professor Singh-Grewal holds a clinic once a month on Tuesday mornings.
Lupus / vasculitis clinic
This is a multidisciplinary clinic with renal and rheumatology physicians as well as psychology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and nursing services.
Location: Outpatient Clinics, Level 2, Banksia Building, The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Clinic days: Dr Deirdre Hahn and Dr Amanda Marsden hold a clinic once a month on Fridays.
Linear morphea / scleroderma clinic
This is a multidisciplinary clinic with rheumatology and dermatology physicians.
Location: Outpatient Clinics, Level 2, Banksia Building, The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Clinic days: Dr Jeffrey Chaitow and Dr Andrew Ming hold a clinic every quarter on Thursdays.
Outreach clinics
Canberra outreach clinic
Location: Centenary Hospital for Women and Children
Clinic days:
- Every fortnight on Wednesdays
- A/Professor Davinder Singh-Grewal and Dr Amanda Marsden hold a clinic once a month on Wednesdays.
