Suite 3, Brockway House, 82-86 Queen St, Southport Ph: 5591 4455/ 5591 3155

About us

The Liver Centre is a not for profit centre set up in October 2001 by gastroenterologists, Dr Lloyd Dorrington and Dr David Robinson to provide information and support to health professionals and the general public on a range of liver diseases. These diseases include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Hemochromatosis, Fatty liver and Alcohol related liver disease.

Dr Robinson trained in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane and since moving to the Gold Coast in the early 1970’s, has had 30years experience in treating patients with liver disease. His medical interest covers the breadth of hepatology and includes pancreatitis and biliary diseases.

Dr Dorrington, who trained in Brisbane, Sydney and London, is well known and respected on the Gold Coast for his expertise and interest in Hepatitis C. He established the Liver Clinic at Gold Coast Hospital and for many years was involved in research trials using Interferon therapy and later Combination therapy (Interferon and Ribavirin) for treatment of people with hepatitis C. Dr Dorrington also has had a long involvement as a guest speaker at the local Hepatitis C Support group as well as being a regular presenter at Hepatitis C education seminars for GP’s and other health professionals on the Gold Coast.

Sue Sharman is a Registered Nurse who trained in Sydney. Sue has had several years experience working in the area of Hepatitis C treatment and now works in public and private liver clinics on the Gold Coast. Sue’s role includes education, counselling and support for people undergoing (or thinking of undergoing) treatment for HCV.

The Liver Centre was set up with the valued support of Roche Products Pty Ltd. Roche are a worldwide, research-based pharmaceutical company, engaged in the discovery, development, manufacturing and marketing of new therapies and treatment programs that can improve people’s health and extend their lives. We are grateful for their ongoing support and encouragement.

The Aims of the Liver Centre

1. To provide an information and support service to the Gold Coast population about various liver diseases.

2. To provide a local focus to disseminate information as to what is available on the Gold Coast in regard to diagnosis, treatment and support for various liver conditions.

3. To act as a resource centre for patients, community organizations and health professionals.

4. To promote community awareness of liver diseases and how they impact on people’s lives.

5. To help reduce the stigma and discrimination related to some forms of liver disease.

6. To present up to date research findings as they come to hand.

7. To provide treatment for Hepatitis C in a pleasant environment that respects people’s confidentiality and freedom of choice.

Contact and Location Details

For information and support, people can phone on 07 5591 4455 or call into Suite 3 The Liver Centre from Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm.

The Liver Centre is situated on the ground floor at Brockway House, 82-86 Queen St, Southport. There is underground parking available.

Resources

In regard to Hepatitis C, a trained nurse/counsellor is available by phone or appointment on Mondays to answer questions and provide information and counselling.

For people wanting to be assessed for treatment for Hepatitis C, a referral is required from a GP to either Dr Dorrington or Dr Robinson. For more information on this service and costs involved, phone The Liver Centre.

Specialist ancillary services to the Liver Centre include Julie Albrecht (Dietician) and David Neophyton (Clinical Psychologist). Referral can be arranged to Julie or David through the medical staff at the centre.

Through a variety of community based organizations we can provide the public with a range of printed brochures on liver disease.

We also encourage people to join the various support groups on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane to obtain further information.

Our Website

We have endeavoured to provide up to date information on the liver and a range of liver disease.

In relation to hepatitis C, we have included a directory of links to other web sites together with as much local information as possible. This includes how to access information, support, referral and treatment for hepatitis C.

There is an interactive section of the web site for questions and answers about liver disease and one for reporting new research as it comes to hand.

Feedback

We value your opinion. Please help us to improve our web site by sending your comments and suggestions to info@thelivercentre.com.au. We welcome any questions you may have on Liver disease.

Web Site Disclaimer

The information presented in this web site is intended as a general guide only and is not intended to be medical advice. People should always seek appropriate professional advice on their particular circumstances and needs. To the best of our knowledge, the information is accurate and complete when posted to this site. The Liver Centre disclaims any liability to any person in respect to anything done or not done in reliance on the information in the web site.