General Surgery Referral
The General Surgery Clinic provides surgical treatment for head and neck, thoracic, digestive and oncologic diseases for children and youth of all ages.
We play an active role in treating birth defects, traumatic injuries, and vascular access. We also provide nursing support for gastrostomy tube insertion and care, stomas, bowel management and complex soft tissue wounds.
Referral overview
We accept referrals for children and youth up to the age of 17 who have surgical problems. We accept referrals from health-care providers who have evaluated a child or youth.
Referral steps
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Write a referral
We do not require a specific referral form.
Referral packages should include:
- Pertinent patient history
- Past medical history
- Physical exam findings
- Any diagnostic imaging or laboratory tests
Please make sure that the parent or caregiver contact information is accurate. Advise us if the patient you are referring to our clinic will be leaving the country for an extended period in the near future.
Fax referral packages to 604-642-8890.
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Post referral
If there is a change to the condition of the patient you have referred for care, please fax your notes to the clinic so our doctors have the most up-to-date information. These changes can include but are not limited to:
- Changes to lesion size
- Hernia becoming visible more frequently or less easily reduced
- New imaging results that provide more up-to-date information
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Appointment with a provider
Our clinic will contact the patient’s parent or caregiver to schedule an appointment.
Contact information
This clinic provides service from Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays), 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Address:
Room K0-134
Ground Floor (Floor 0)
Ambulatory Care Building
BC Children's Hospital
4480 Oak Street
Vancouver, BC
V6H 3V4
Phone: 604-875-3222
Fax: 604-642-8890