Dr Wong strongly recommends patients to seek referrals from their primary care specialist to enhance their access to medication prescription and allied health services. We appreciate your assistance with this matter.
Patients with substance use and addiction disorder may not be deemed suitable for treatment at a private pain clinic. Alternative in both private and public healthcare will be recommended accordingly.
Dr Wong fully complies to the Department of Health (NSW) prescribing regulations and does not solely review patients to authorize ongoing opioid prescriptions. Where applicable and after a thorough review, considering options for gradual weaning or rotation to potentially safer option medications may be suggested to ensure the best support for both you and your patients.