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Multidisciplinary musculoskeletal care · Wollongong

GP referral guide

Hip and knee

A simple referral guide for hip and knee orthopaedic care at Joint Vision. Refer the patient and the Joint Vision team can coordinate the next steps around the clinical question.

SpecialistDr Anil Goudar
AccessWe aim to see referred patients within four weeks
FundingPrivate, Public, DVA and WorkCover referrals accepted
ImagingImaging can be coordinated by the Joint Vision team
Access and urgency

We aim to see all referred patients within four weeks.

If the matter is urgent, please flag this clearly on the referral so the Joint Vision team can prioritise it appropriately.

For a recent injury, the patient can book directly into our Fracture & Injury Clinic, which offers same-day appointments with orthopaedic surgeon oversight.

View the Fracture & Injury Clinic →

Who to refer

Dr Anil Goudar

Orthopaedic surgeon specialising in hip and knee care, including arthritis, joint replacement, sports injury and trauma, with both non-operative and surgical treatment pathways.

View Dr Goudar’s profile →

Common referral reasons

What he sees

  • Hip and knee osteoarthritis and persistent joint pain
  • Hip and knee replacement assessment
  • Meniscal, ligament and sports-related knee injuries
  • Patellofemoral pain and instability
  • Hip pain, including degenerative and mechanical conditions
  • Fractures and traumatic injuries involving the hip or knee
  • Patients where the diagnosis or need for surgery remains uncertain

What happens after referral

Refer the patient. We can coordinate the rest.

01

Referral received

Send the referral via HealthLink, fax or your usual secure referral workflow.

02

Patient contacted

Patient Services confirms the appropriate appointment and works with the patient on the next step.

03

Imaging coordinated

If imaging is required, Joint Vision can coordinate it. X-ray and musculoskeletal ultrasound are available on site, with other imaging arranged when required.

04

Connected care

Specialist review can connect directly with physiotherapy, exercise physiology, nursing and rehabilitation where clinically appropriate.

How to refer

Joint Vision Orthopaedic Group

A named surgeon is helpful but not essential. If the referral describes the body area and clinical question, the Joint Vision team can help route it appropriately.

HealthLinkdaresmdr
Referral fax(02) 4225 2870
Phone(02) 4250 4500
Location74–76 Auburn Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

Not sure where to refer?

Send the referral and let us help route it.

Patient Services can help match the referral to the most appropriate Joint Vision clinician.