Referrals
Refer a Patient to Dr Chris Nahm
GP and specialist referral information — hepatobiliary, pancreatic and general surgery in Sydney.
How to Refer
Referral Details
Dr Chris Nahm accepts referrals from general practitioners and specialists across Sydney and Greater NSW. Referrals can be sent by fax, email, or Healthlink.
Clinical Scope
Conditions & Procedures
Dr Nahm provides assessment and surgical management for a broad range of hepatobiliary, pancreatic and general surgical conditions, including:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Whipple's Procedure
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Pancreatic Cysts (IPMN)
- Liver Resection
- Liver Cancer & Tumours
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Neuroendocrine Tumours
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Hernia Repair
Norwest GI
Suite 302, Q Central, 10 Norbrik Drive, Bella Vista NSW 2153
Macquarie GI
Suite 404, 2 Technology Place, Macquarie University NSW 2109
For GPs & Specialists
Common Referral Questions
When should a patient with gallstones be referred?
Patients with symptomatic gallstones (biliary colic, cholecystitis, gallstone pancreatitis, or bile duct stones) should be referred for surgical assessment. Incidentally found gallbladder polyps ≥1cm or growing polyps also warrant surgical review.
When should a pancreatic cyst be referred to a surgeon?
Any pancreatic cyst identified on imaging should be assessed by a specialist HPB surgeon. Cysts with worrying features — high-risk stigmata such as solid component, dilated main pancreatic duct, or rapid growth — require prompt evaluation.
When should a patient with pancreatic cancer be referred?
Urgent referral is recommended as soon as pancreatic cancer is suspected or confirmed. Early MDT review and surgical assessment are critical to determining resectability and treatment sequencing.
Which liver tumours require surgical referral?
Hepatocellular carcinoma, colorectal liver metastases, cholangiocarcinoma, and other primary or secondary liver malignancies should be referred to a liver surgeon for MDT assessment and consideration of resection.
How can I refer to Dr Chris Nahm?
You can refer by fax (02) 9899 7399, email (info@drchrisnahm.com.au), Healthlink (sydneyss), or via the online referral form on this website. Our rooms will contact your patient to arrange an appointment at Norwest or Macquarie.
Does Dr Nahm accept urgent referrals?
Yes. Urgent referrals are accommodated. Please call our rooms directly on (02) 9899 7322 to discuss time-sensitive cases and arrange priority appointments.