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Do I need a referral to see Dr Cornford?
You need a referral for your account to be reimbursed by Medicare. Without a referral you will have to pay the full fee for the consultation.
What if I need to see Dr Cornford urgently?
Some conditions are urgent and require attention within a week. If your local doctor decides that your appointment cannot wait, then the referral should reflect this so an appropriate time can be arranged.
Where can I see Dr Cornford?
Dr Cornford sees patients at Suite 3/2 Lingard St Merewether 2291.
Call (02) 4047 1197 to make an appointment.
Where does Dr Cornford operate?
Dr Cornford operates at Lingard Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Belmont District Hospital.
What do I bring to my appointment?
- Referral from a GP
- All relevant test results (ie MRI scans, Bone scans, X-Rays, CT scans, Ultrasound scans)
- Medicare Card
- Private Health Cover details
- Workcover or Third-Party Claim details (If applicable)
What should I wear to my appointment?
Please ensure that you wear suitable clothing to allow examination of the area of concern.
I'd like to talk to Dr Cornford about a patient
Dr Cornford is happy to be contacted on his mobile at any time. GPs, Emergency Physicians, Physiotherapists or other health professionals seeking to refer a patient or simply get some orthopaedic advice are welcome to call.
Please contact the rooms to obtain his mobile number.
I'd like to meet Dr Cornford in person
Dr Cornford believes in a collaborative approach to patient care. If any health care provider would like to meet Dr Cornford please call the rooms and we will arrange a meeting at a convenient time and location.
Who will Dr Cornford see in his rooms?
Dr Cornford sees all patients in his rooms. This includes privately insured, uninsured, DVA, CTP, and Workcover patients.
Dr Cornford does not treat spinal conditions.