Renal Colic Clinic
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An integrated, one-stop clinic for patients experiencing pain in their lower back area, often caused by urinary stones.
We recognise that renal colic can be extremely painful and needs prompt attention.
The Renal Colic Clinic provides same-day diagnostic testing, with treatment planning typically completed within a few days of referral.
The Renal Colic Clinic is an Allevia Health Journey and developed in partnership between Allevia Health, Allevia Radiology, and Urology Institute specialists from OneSixOne Medical Group.
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Why choose the Renal Colic Clinic
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Walk-in service at Allevia Radiology
Patients can be referred directly to Allevia Radiology for urgent CT imaging if the Renal Colic Clinic is referenced. OneSixOne can also help support referrals for urgent appointments.
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Streamlined, centralised services
Key services, including non-contrast CT scans, specialist consultations, and surgery, are all delivered in Epsom, Auckland. This reduces delays and avoids fragmented care.
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Timely access to treatment
CT results are reported urgently to support early detection and intervention. Treatment is typically available within a few days of referral.
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Wrap-around support
After treatment, patients are offered follow-up consultations with a renal physician and dietitian to prevent future episodes of renal colic.
The renal colic journey step-by-step
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1. Symptoms
The process begins when you see your GP or an urgent care provider because you’re experiencing pain from renal colic.
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2. Referral
Your GP or urgent care doctor refers you to the Renal Colic Clinic for rapid assessment.
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3. CT scan
An urgent CT scan is arranged at Allevia Radiology, usually within one day.
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4. First consultation with the urologist
Within a couple of days, you meet with a urologist to go over your scan results.
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5. Treatment
If treatment is required, your specialists will review your results and talk through the appropriate options.
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6. Post-treatment support
After treatment, you’ll meet with a urologist, renal physician, and a dietitian to help prevent future episodes of renal colic.
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7. Monitoring
Your urologist will continue to monitor your health to ensure your renal colic is well managed.
Payment Options
Insurance and payments
Our Renal Colic Clinic urologists are Southern Cross Affiliated Providers and nib First Choice providers.
If you’re insured with Southern Cross or nib, OneSixOne or Allevia Radiology can help arrange prior approval for your appointments and any required tests and procedures. Once your referral is received, the Renal Colic Clinic team will contact you to talk through the next steps.
If you’re with another insurance provider, please check to confirm what’s covered. OneSixOne will provide a quote before your appointment, which then needs to be submitted to the insurer for approval.
Referral Details
Renal Colic Clinic
Phone: 09 623 0161
Email: [email protected]
EDI: tk161uro
Address:
Renal Colic Clinic
Urology Institute at OneSixOne,
161 Gillies Ave,
Epsom, Auckland
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FAQs
Some of our most frequently asked questions are provided for your convenience. If you have a question that isn’t covered here, please contact us at [email protected]
I’m a GP. Can I refer patients directly to Allevia Radiology for imaging?
I’m a GP. Can I refer patients directly to Allevia Radiology for imaging?
Yes. If you’re a GP, you can refer patients with renal colic directly to Allevia Radiology for imaging. Please make sure the referral clearly states ‘The Renal Colic Clinic’ so the patient is booked for an emergency CT and seen promptly by our urologists.
Do I need a referral?
Do I need a referral?
Yes. Your GP or an urgent care doctor can refer you to The Renal Colic Clinic if you’re experiencing flank pain from renal colic. You can also be referred directly to Allevia Radiology for a walk-in CT scan, but your referral details must include ‘The Renal Colic Clinic’.
I’m not a Southern Cross or nib member, but I’m interested in The Renal Colic Clinic. Can I still be referred?
I’m not a Southern Cross or nib member, but I’m interested in The Renal Colic Clinic. Can I still be referred?
Yes. The Renal Colic Clinic supports all patients, regardless of their insurance provider. Please check your insurance policy to understand what is covered. You can also refer to the Insurance section for more details.
How long will it take to get a diagnosis?
How long will it take to get a diagnosis?
The Renal Colic Clinic, led by Urology Institute specialists, prioritises timely diagnosis. You can typically receive a diagnosis within a few days of your referral.
Is treatment necessary?
Is treatment necessary?
Your assessment begins with a CT scan at Allevia Radiology. After the scan, you’ll have a flexible cystoscopy at OneSixOne, which is a minor procedure performed in a clinic setting. Your urologist will discuss your results with you on the same day as your cystoscopy and talk trough whether treatment is required.
Meet our team
Meet the Renal Colic Clinic team