Physiotherapy - Port Kembla Hospital - Inpatient Service

Overview

What the service is

Physiotherapy service for referred patients at Port Kembla Hospital.

What we do

Hospital based Physiotherapy to help patients recover from their illness or injury.

How to access this service

Referral is made by the hospital staff. 

What to expect

Once you have been referred, your Physiotherapist will assess you and together you will work out a treatment plan. 

What to bring

If possible, please bring comfortable clothes, good closed in shoes (no thongs or floppy slippers), and a mobility aid if you have one so you can move around the ward and participate in physiotherapy sessions. Please also bring glasses and hearing aids if needed.

Contact Information

Port Kembla Hospital
89 -91 Cowper Street,
Warrawong NSW 2502
02 4223 8302

Monday to Friday 
8:00am - 4:30pm 

Reduced service between 12 noon and 1pm

How to get there, including by public transport

Bus Premier Illawarra Bus
Community transportation
Half price taxi vouchers available through your General Practitioner and Road Maritime Services

Car parking

Limited car parking spaces on site including disabled car parking places.  Street parking.

Advice for disabled in getting to the service

Limited disabled parking on site
Drop off zones available close to entry, then park in available spot.

Our Staff

Anne
Smith
Head of Discipline - Physiotherapy

Anne Smith is the Physiotherapy Head of Discipline for the Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD). She brings 27 years’ experience in Physiotherapy, having worked in a variety of settings including Hospital, community, and private.

Anne is responsible for providing professional leadership of Physiotherapy services across the LHD including Hospital and community based services.

The ISLHD Physiotherapy Department provides a broad range of clinical services and is committed to providing a comprehensive, professional and timely service.