Assoc. Prof. Shamasunder Acharya
Endocrinologist
Sham is well known for implementing NSW Health award-winning Diabetes Alliance Program across Hunter New England Health District, which led to improved outcomes for several thousand people with diabetes. He is actively involved in Primary Care Education in diabetes locally and internationally.
He trained in India, England and Scotland before settling here in Newcastle. He is a conjoint Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle and has published research articles widely. He is currently the Director of Endocrinology and Diabetes at John Hunter Hospital.
He trained in India, England and Scotland before settling here in Newcastle. He is a conjoint Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle and has published research articles widely. He is currently the Director of Endocrinology and Diabetes at John Hunter Hospital.
Sham offers consultations across all aspects of diabetes management, general endocrinology, pituitary, adrenal, thyroid and bone disorders.
His team includes Diabetes Educators Alison Wright and Gillian Dan, and Nurse Practitioner in diabetes, Michelle Kerr.
He also visits Dolphin suites Forster private Hospital once a month (please send Forster rooms referrals to forster.referral@healthecare.com.au, phone 02 6555 1586)
Consulting Hours
Tuesday 8.30AM - 5PM