Refugee health (HARK), The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Contact
Phone: (02) 7825 1238
Clinical advice: (02) 7825 1238
Email: SCHN-CHW-Refugee@health.nsw.gov.au
Clinic times: Every Friday
Location: Outpatients Department, level 2
About our service
The HARK clinic (Health Assessment for Refugee Kids) provides assessment for newly arrived refugee children and families.
We provide:
- a comprehensive health assessment on arrival
- full immunisation of children within 12 months of arrival
- assessment of nutritional status
- infectious diseases assessment
- medico-legal reports
- assessment of development and other identified problems
- reviews of pathology results
- coordinated ongoing health care to refugee children and their families.
GPs are assisted in management or referral, as required, with the support of a clinical guideline and regular training.
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
A referral from a GP, paediatrician or refugee service is preferred, but all children under 16 years of age are eligible. Please include any pathology results, details of medication taken, and related reports with your referral.
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 on (02) 7825 1238.