SWSLHD Direct Access Colonoscopy (DAC) referrals can be made via Triple I Hub
25 Aug 2025
Direct Access Colonoscopy (DAC) is available at Liverpool and Campbelltown hospitals, and referrals are available through the Triple I Hub.
GPs can refer patients with positive FOBT, conducted via the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program or through private pathology, directly for colonoscopy without first needing an appointment to see a gastroenterologist.
The gastroenterologist will only see the patient on the day of colonoscopy.
The Direct Access Colonoscopy service is available to patients who are:
- FOBT positive result
- 45 to 75 years
- Living in Fairfield, Liverpool, Campbelltown, Camden, Wollondilly local government areas
Patients referred to the Direct Access Colonoscopy service will be triaged, and if appropriate, allocated to the next available gastroenterologist. Healthy patients with minimal co-morbidities will be triaged directly to their colonoscopy. The DAC Coordinator will liaise directly with the GP and patient, and guide the patient through the entire process. Patients with chronic co-morbidities who are not suitable for Direct Access Colonoscopy will be scheduled for an appointment within the regular Gastroenterology Department and clinics, as per current practice.
GPs must use the Triple-I referral form, completing the FOBT positive section and sending the completed form to the Triple I Hub so the referral is triaged appropriately. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the GP.