Chronic & Autoimmune

Chronic diseases are health conditions that persist over an extended period. Characterised by their prolonged duration and gradual progression, chronic disease pose significant challenges to individuals and healthcare systems worldwide. From diabetes and heart disease to autoimmune disorders, navigating the nuances of chronic conditions requires specialised expertise. That's where a chronic disease specialist becomes an invaluable ally in the journey towards better health.

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Our resource hub aims to educate and empower you about the nature of chronic diseases, their impact on daily life, and the vital role played by dedicated specialists. Discover insights, resources, and expert advice tailored to help as you face the unique challenges posed by chronic illnesses.

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Lifestyle Medicine GP
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Dr Marny Royans

Marny is a GP and medical educator with over 15 years’ experience in Australian healthcare. A Fellow of the RACGP with additional training in lifestyle medicine, she brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to care. Guided by her interest in lifestyle medicine, psychology, behaviour change support, and chronic disease management, Marny takes a whole-person approach to supporting her patients. As a mother of four, she understands the realities of balancing health, identity and family, and is passionate about helping women create sustainable change through menopause telehealth consults, private lifestyle consultations, group programs and workshops.
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Integrative Medicine GP
Edgecliff
, NSW

Dr Sarah Wong

Dr. Sarah Wong graduated from the University of UNSW in 2005 and completed general practice training in 2009. She has special interest areas in IBS, chronic fatigue and autoimmune conditions. Sarah conducts Telehealth appointments.
Areas of interest:
Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
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Naturopath
Piara Waters
, Western Australia

Di Hill

Functional Medicine Practitioner - Di Hill is a Perth-based Clinical Naturopath (BHSc), Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Accredited Health Coach offering online consultations across Australia. Drawing from both professional training and personal experience with chronic health conditions, Di brings a compassionate, whole-person approach to care. Her practice combines the latest evidence-based strategies with a holistic perspective to support lasting, meaningful health outcomes across all dimensions of wellbeing.
Areas of interest:
Telehealth
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Integrative Medicine GP
Balgowlah
, NSW

Dr Nikki Fisicaro

Dr Nikki Fisicaro is a metabolic doctor who works with patients to correct dysfunctions of metabolism, microbiome and mitochondria to tackle the root cause of chronic conditions. Nikki conducts Telehealth appointments.
Areas of interest:
Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
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Lifestyle Medicine GP
Terrey Hills, Sydney
, NSW

Lisa Collins

Dr Lisa Collins is a highly experienced and compassionate GP based in Sydney, originally from the UK. She has practiced Medicine for over 15 years. Lisa is passionate about lifestyle medicine and offers personalised consultations helping people to improve their physical health and mental wellbeing. As a Health Coach she provides insights and practical actions based on an understanding of people‚'s individual needs and circumstances.
Areas of interest:
Sydney - Northern Beaches
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Dietitian
Middle Park
, VIC

Lorraine Gaffney

I provide a nutrition and dietetic service through my online functional nutrition clinic NutritionFx. I am passionate about reducing chronic disease and supporting overall health with individualised and tailored nutrition & lifestyle plans. A fundamental philosophy at NutritionFx is to use food & nutrition therapy to protect the liver, feed the gut and support the brain. My main areas of interest are weight loss, obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, glucose imbalance, PCOS, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease/metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, hypertension and the overall prevention of chronic disease.
Areas of interest:
Melbourne - South
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Telehealth
Dr Marny Royans
Lifestyle Medicine GP
Telehealth
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TE
42.65111
13.97756
Marny is a GP and medical educator with over 15 years’ experience in Australian healthcare. A Fellow of the RACGP with additional training in lifestyle medicine, she brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to care. Guided by her interest in lifestyle medicine, psychology, behaviour change support, and chronic disease management, Marny takes a whole-person approach to supporting her patients. As a mother of four, she understands the realities of balancing health, identity and family, and is passionate about helping women create sustainable change through menopause telehealth consults, private lifestyle consultations, group programs and workshops.
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DVA
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Telehealth
Dr Sarah Wong
Integrative Medicine GP
East Sydney
,  
NSW
-33.86873
151.20695
Edgecliff
,  
NSW
-33.87911
151.2376
Telehealth
,  
TE
42.65111
13.97756
Dr. Sarah Wong graduated from the University of UNSW in 2005 and completed general practice training in 2009. She has special interest areas in IBS, chronic fatigue and autoimmune conditions. Sarah conducts Telehealth appointments.
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DVA
NDIS
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Telehealth
Di Hill
Naturopath
Telehealth
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TE
42.65111
13.97756
Perth
,  
WA
-31.95126
115.85805
Piara Waters
,  
WA
-32.12492
115.91812
Functional Medicine Practitioner - Di Hill is a Perth-based Clinical Naturopath (BHSc), Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Accredited Health Coach offering online consultations across Australia. Drawing from both professional training and personal experience with chronic health conditions, Di brings a compassionate, whole-person approach to care. Her practice combines the latest evidence-based strategies with a holistic perspective to support lasting, meaningful health outcomes across all dimensions of wellbeing.
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Naturopath
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NDIS
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Telehealth
Dr Nikki Fisicaro
Integrative Medicine GP
Telehealth
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TE
42.65111
13.97756
Balgowlah
,  
NSW
-33.79389
151.2604
East Sydney
,  
NSW
-33.86873
151.20695
North Shore Sydney
,  
NSW
-31.3985
152.9012
Dr Nikki Fisicaro is a metabolic doctor who works with patients to correct dysfunctions of metabolism, microbiome and mitochondria to tackle the root cause of chronic conditions. Nikki conducts Telehealth appointments.
autoimmune-conditions, chronic-disease, gut-issues, integrative-medicine, metabolic-health
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DVA
NDIS
Telehealth Only
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Lisa Collins
Lifestyle Medicine GP
North Shore Sydney
,  
NSW
-31.3985
152.9012
Sydney
,  
NSW
-33.86873
151.20695
Terrey Hills
,  
NSW
-33.69346
151.22058
Dr Lisa Collins is a highly experienced and compassionate GP based in Sydney, originally from the UK. She has practiced Medicine for over 15 years. Lisa is passionate about lifestyle medicine and offers personalised consultations helping people to improve their physical health and mental wellbeing. As a Health Coach she provides insights and practical actions based on an understanding of people‚'s individual needs and circumstances.
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GP
DVA
NDIS
Telehealth Only
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Telehealth
Lorraine Gaffney
Dietitian
Melbourne CBD
,  
VIC
-37.8142
144.96333
Middle Park
,  
VIC
-37.85092
144.96158
South Melbourne
,  
VIC
-37.83437
144.95566
I provide a nutrition and dietetic service through my online functional nutrition clinic NutritionFx. I am passionate about reducing chronic disease and supporting overall health with individualised and tailored nutrition & lifestyle plans. A fundamental philosophy at NutritionFx is to use food & nutrition therapy to protect the liver, feed the gut and support the brain. My main areas of interest are weight loss, obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, glucose imbalance, PCOS, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease/metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, hypertension and the overall prevention of chronic disease.
lifestyle-medicine, musculoskeletal, diabetes, heart-disease, insomnia, integrative-medicine, chronic-disease, nutrition, obesity, gut-issues, ibs, metabolic-health, weight-management
Dietitian
DVA
NDIS
Telehealth Only
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Telehealth
Sharon Curtain
Health Coach
Telehealth
,  
TE
42.65111
13.97756
Sharon is a Dietitian and HCANZA Accredited Health and Wellness Coach. Passionate about the difference health coaching makes to client outcomes and the effectiveness of a health professional’s consultation, Sharon trains health professionals to become Health Coaches in her business Accredited Health Coaching Australia and as a lecturer in the James Cook University Lifestyle Medicine Qualification.
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Health Practitioner
DVA
NDIS
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Telehealth
Jarrod Cooper
Naturopath
Perth
,  
WA
-31.95126
115.85805
chronic-fatigue, leaky-gut-syndrome, thyroid-and-adrenal-conditions, anxiety, autoimmune-conditions, chronic-disease, depression, functional-medicine, gut-issues, ibs, mental-health
Naturopath
DVA
NDIS
Telehealth Only
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FAQs

What treatments are available for chronic diseases?

Treatments for chronic diseases vary depending on the condition but often include a combination of medications, lifestyle changes (such as diet and exercise), physical therapy, and sometimes surgical interventions. The goal of treatment is to manage symptoms, prevent complications, and improve quality of life.

How are chronic diseases diagnosed?

Chronic diseases are diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical examinations, lab tests, and imaging studies. Regular check-ups and screenings are important for early detection, especially if you have risk factors for certain chronic conditions.

What are the common types of chronic diseases?

Common types of chronic diseases include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory conditions (such as asthma and COPD), arthritis, cancer, chronic kidney disease, and mental health disorders like depression. These conditions can lead to significant health challenges and often require long-term care and management.

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