High Risk Foot Clinic
High Risk Foot Clinic
Multidisciplinary foot service (includes podiatrist, orthotist, wound CNC, diabetes educator and endocrinologist with access to vascular and orthopaedic surgeons) managing active foot ulcers and foot complications.
Location and Contact
Facility: Nepean Hospital
Address: Outpatient Clinic, West Block, Level 1
Phone: 4734 2959
Fax: 4734 1122
For urgent referrals, please contact our wound CNC on 0408 180 627 during work hours on Monday to Friday.
Referral Criteria
Non-healing foot ulcer or wound
Suspected osteomyelitis or soft tissue infection of the foot
Suspected or diagnosed active Charcot Neuroarthropathy
Gangrene of the lower limb
How to Refer
A referral is required to allocate the patient to the most appropriate clinic.
Referrals are accepted from Medical Practioners, Medical Specialists, NMBLHD service providers or other Ministry of Health services.
Referrals must be addressed to Dr Zheng or to the High Risk Foot Clinic with the following details:
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Imaging (X-rays, CT, MRI, arterial studies), if performed
Fax referrals to (02) 4734 1122
The patient will either be called or sent a letter regarding appointment details.
Clinic Days
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Monday to Wednesday
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8.30AM – 4:00PM
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Wednesday, 13 November 2019 3:40:42 PM