Latest News About Dentist Dr William Tam Strathfield

Here’s a concise update on the latest news about dentist Dr William Tam of Strathfield.

• NSW Health issued an urgent public health notification on May 12, 2026, advising former patients of Dr William Tam to seek testing for HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C due to concerns over infection control at his Strathfield clinic. This follows an audit by the Dental Council of NSW and reflects issues with sterilisation and record-keeping.[1][3][7]
• Media coverage in Australia amplified the alert, with NSW Health and public health officials stressing that while the likelihood of transmission is low, testing is a precautionary measure for thousands of potential patients treated over the past 25 years.[2][3][8]
• Dr Tam retired and is no longer a registered dentist, and authorities report significant challenges in contacting all affected patients due to inadequate record-keeping. Public health resources advise patients to consult their GP for appropriate blood-borne virus testing.[3][5][7]

If you’re in London, England, and have ties to this issue (e.g., you’re a patient or know someone who was treated by Dr Tam), you may want to:

• Check with your GP about hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV testing if you suspect possible exposure.
• Review any documentation from the Strathfield clinic (date ranges, procedures) to determine relevance to your care.
• Monitor official NSW Health updates for any new guidance or testing recommendations.

Would you like me to pull the latest NSW Health public information page or summarize the testing guidance in plain terms for patients? I can also help find local UK equivalents if you’re seeking testing or information here in London.

Citations: The health alert and related reporting come from NSW Health and Australian news outlets published May 2026, including The Guardian, ABC News, and 7News, which cover the public health notification, scope of exposure, and the audit findings.[4][1][3]