Credentialing Process

Doctors seeking accreditation at Westmead Private Hospital can obtain accreditation documentation by either:

Please note that your application cannot be processed without the following:

A covering letter specifying specific accreditation required e.g. temporary, one off or full accreditation
Copy of current medical registration
Copy of current medical indemnity insurance showing relevant specialty covered and expiry date
Copy of CV
Written references will be requested from the referees

Review of Credentialing Application

Upon receiving your completed application, the application will be reviewed by the CEO of Westmead Private Hospital together with the Specialty Medical Advisory Committee Representative
At this point temporary accreditation may be granted for a short period of time
Supported applications are then referred to the Medical Advisory Credentialing Committee Meeting (held quarterly) for consideration
Upon endorsement by the Medical Advisory Committee, the doctor’s names and details are referred to the Ramsay Board for ratification
A letter confirming Accreditation at Westmead Private Hospital will then be forwarded to the doctor.

If you have any questions of require more information please do not hesitate to contact the CEO or Executive Assistant on 02 8837 9102