Dr Kiernan Hughes
Endocrinologist in ST Leonards, NSW
Dr Kiernan Hughes is an endocrinologist in ST Leonards, NSW. You will need a referral from your GP. It is one of 99 endocrinologists listed in New South Wales.
Contact and location
- Address Suite 3, Level 6, 66 Pacific Hwy, ST Leonards NSW 2065
- Phone 02 9011 5226
- Website www.northernendocrine.com.au
Who practises here
- Dr Kiernan Hughes Endocrinologist
Areas of practice
What an endocrinologist does
Endocrinologists are specialist doctors for hormone conditions. In this context that is most often thyroid disease, diabetes including gestational diabetes, and PCOS.
On referral, when a hormone condition needs specialist management before or during pregnancy. Conditions like thyroid disease and diabetes are usually best optimised before conception, which is why the referral often comes early.
Referrals, fees and Medicare
You will need a referral from your GP.
Medicare rebates apply with a GP referral, and there is usually a gap. Public clinics are free, with longer waits.
Common questions about Dr Kiernan Hughes
Does Dr Kiernan Hughes offer telehealth?
This listing does not tell us either way. Many practices added telehealth and kept it, so it is worth asking when you call.
Do I need a referral to see an endocrinologist in New South Wales?
You will need a referral from your GP.
Is Dr Kiernan Hughes taking new patients?
We do not hold appointment availability, and it changes week to week. Ringing 02 9011 5226 is the quickest way to find out.
What if Dr Kiernan Hughes is not the right fit?
That is a completely reasonable thing to decide. We list 99 endocrinologists in New South Wales, 8 of them in ST Leonards, so there are other options nearby.
Questions worth asking
- How does my condition change what I should do before or during pregnancy?
- How often will you want to review me, and what tests?
- Do my medications need to change?
- What is the fee for the first appointment and for reviews?
- Will you coordinate with my maternity team?
Other endocrinologists nearby
- Dr Angela Sheu, Randwick
- Dr Kerry-Lee Milner, Randwick
- Dr Tang Wong, Randwick
- Dr Eddy Tabet, Bankstown
- Dr Amanda Beech, Randwick
- Dr Shamani Mendis, Rouse Hill