Refer an International Patient
A clinician-to-clinician pathway for patients seeking subspecialist urology and andrology assessment in Brisbane, Australia.
For privacy, please avoid including unnecessary detailed medical information in an initial ordinary email. The rooms can advise how relevant records should be provided.
A subspecialist referral pathway that supports continuity of care
International referrals may be appropriate when a patient requires assessment for a complex male reproductive, penile, reconstructive or selected urological condition and specialist care is not readily available locally.
Dr Jack Crozier is a Brisbane urologist and fellowship-trained andrologist. His practice includes reproductive microsurgery, surgical sperm retrieval, penile prosthetic surgery, Peyronie's disease, genital reconstruction and selected penile and testicular cancer care.
Conditions suitable for referral
The following are examples of conditions for which an international clinician may seek a subspecialist surgical opinion.
Complex Male Infertility
Azoospermia, severe male-factor infertility, reproductive tract obstruction and selected surgically correctable male fertility problems.
Male fertility pathway →MicroTESE & Non-Obstructive Azoospermia
Assessment of men with non-obstructive azoospermia, including selected patients after previous sperm retrieval attempts.
Explore MicroTESE →Reproductive Reconstruction
Vasectomy reversal, epididymal obstruction, selected reproductive tract reconstruction and microsurgical fertility procedures.
Reproductive urology →Peyronie's Disease & Complex Penile Curvature
Assessment of significant curvature, narrowing, hourglass deformity, previous treatment failure and selected reconstructive surgical problems.
Penile & sexual medicine →Penile Implant Surgery & Revision
Assessment for primary penile prosthesis surgery as well as selected problems involving an existing or previously removed implant.
Penile implant surgery →Complex Genital & Urinary Reconstruction
Selected complex penile, genital and urinary reconstructive conditions, including patients with previous surgery or scarring.
Reconstructive urology →Penile Cancer
Specialist assessment of penile malignancy including selected penile-preserving, lymph-node and reconstructive considerations.
Penile cancer information →Selected Testicular & Paratesticular Cases
Assessment of selected testicular or paratesticular tumours and situations where fertility or testis-preserving considerations may be relevant.
Cancer & testicular care →Not Sure Whether to Refer?
A referring clinician can contact the rooms to clarify whether the condition falls within Dr Crozier's subspecialty practice before the patient arranges travel.
Call +61 7 3495 2887From referral to return home
International care is planned around the diagnosis, previous treatment and whether examination, additional investigation or surgery in Brisbane is required.
Referral enquiry
The referring clinician or patient contacts the rooms with the diagnosis, country of residence and reason for referral.
Relevant records identified
Existing specialist correspondence, investigations, imaging, pathology and previous operative information can be collated where available.
Specialist assessment
Consultation is arranged in an appropriate format. An in-person examination or additional testing may still be required before treatment can be confirmed.
Brisbane treatment planning
If treatment in Brisbane is appropriate, the required investigations, likely procedure and early postoperative requirements can be discussed before major travel arrangements.
Treatment & early follow-up
The patient undergoes the agreed assessment or treatment and is reviewed as clinically appropriate before returning home.
Return to the referring team
Ongoing care can be coordinated with the patient's local urologist, fertility specialist, IVF clinic, general practitioner or other appropriate clinician.
What information is useful?
The exact information required depends on the condition. A referral does not need to be delayed simply because every record is not yet available.
International referral does not need to mean fragmented care
Many patients already have an established urologist, fertility specialist, oncologist or general practitioner in their home country.
Where clinically appropriate, assessment and surgical treatment in Brisbane can form one component of the patient's broader care rather than replacing their existing clinical relationships.
This can be particularly important in fertility treatment, where surgical sperm retrieval may need coordination with an IVF and embryology service, and after complex surgery where local postoperative support may be valuable after the patient returns home.
The objective is a clear handover: assessment and treatment in Brisbane when appropriate, followed by planned ongoing care with the patient's local clinical team.
Dr Jack Crozier
Dr Jack Crozier is a Brisbane urologist and fellowship-trained andrologist with a subspecialty practice in male reproductive medicine, penile and reconstructive surgery and complex urology.
His advanced andrology fellowship experience at University College London Hospitals included male infertility and sperm retrieval, penile prosthetic surgery, Peyronie's disease surgery, penile cancer, genital reconstruction and reconstructive andrology.
Referring clinician or international patient?
Clinicians can make contact directly. Patients seeking assessment themselves can use the established international patient pathway.
Refer or discuss a patient
Contact the Greenslopes rooms regarding an international clinician referral. The team can advise which clinical information is required and the appropriate next step.
Start an international assessment
Patients who are contacting the practice directly can review the international pathway or submit an appointment request before arranging major travel.
Common referral questions
Does the patient need to travel to Brisbane before their case can be considered?
Not necessarily. Existing records can often be considered as part of initial planning. Whether an in-person consultation, examination or additional investigation is required depends on the individual clinical situation.
Can the patient's existing investigations be used?
Relevant overseas investigations may contribute to assessment. Additional, updated or repeat testing may sometimes be required depending on the diagnosis, investigation quality, timing and proposed treatment.
Can Dr Crozier coordinate with the patient's IVF clinic?
Where appropriate, male reproductive surgical care can be coordinated with the patient's fertility specialist, IVF service and embryology laboratory. The specific logistics need to be established for each case.
Will the patient return to their local treating doctor?
Where appropriate, ongoing care can return to or be shared with the patient's existing urologist, fertility specialist, oncologist, general practitioner or other relevant treating clinician after assessment or treatment in Brisbane.
Can a clinician contact the rooms before making a formal referral?
Yes. For unusual or complex cases, an initial administrative enquiry can help determine whether the condition is within the relevant subspecialty practice and what information should be provided.
Can surgery be confirmed before the patient travels?
A definitive operation cannot always be confirmed without appropriate clinical assessment. Examination, additional investigations or review of imaging and pathology may affect the recommended treatment.
Have a patient who may benefit from subspecialist assessment?
Contact the Greenslopes rooms with a brief referral enquiry. The team can advise regarding the appropriate assessment pathway and which records are likely to be useful.
Important information: This page is intended to provide general information for clinicians considering referral. Acceptance of a referral, suitability for telehealth, investigation, surgery or international travel depends on individual clinical circumstances and applicable professional, legal and administrative requirements. Treatment recommendations can only be made after appropriate clinical assessment. Website and ordinary email communication should not be used for urgent medical problems or for transmission of unnecessary sensitive medical information.