John W. Funder

Endocrinologist

Male📍 Clayton

About of John W. Funder

John W. Funder is an Endocrinologist based in Clayton, VIC, working from 27–31 Wright Street, Clayton. He looks after people who have hormone-related health issues, especially problems linked to the adrenal glands and how the body balances salt and potassium.


In many cases, his patients are dealing with long-term blood pressure issues. That can include hypertension and cases where potassium levels are too low or too high. Some people come in because of adrenal hormone conditions like hyperaldosteronism, apparent mineralocorticoid excess, familial hyperaldosteronism, and glucocorticoid-remediable aldosteronism. These conditions can make the body hold onto salt in the wrong way, which affects blood pressure and how you feel day to day.


He also helps with adrenal growths and cancers. That includes adrenal gland adenoma and adrenal cancer. At times, patients are referred after imaging shows an adrenal change, and they need a clear plan for testing and next steps.


John W. Funder’s clinic work isn’t only about blood pressure and adrenal hormone levels. Some patients are managing wider hormone and body effects, such as heart failure and swelling or fluid build-up like ascites. Others may have symptoms that need careful hormone checks, including increased intracranial pressure and stridor. There are also rarer hormone-related situations such as isolated ACTH deficiency and issues linked to vasoconstriction.


When it comes to experience, the details of years and specific training aren’t listed here. What is clear, though, is that he works with the kind of conditions mentioned above, which means he spends time thinking about hormone causes, not just the symptoms.


Education details are also not provided in the information here, so it’s best to confirm any specific qualifications directly with the practice. If you’re coming in with results like blood tests, scans, or referral letters, it can help to bring them along so the hormone story is easier to piece together.


Research and clinical trials information isn’t listed here. Still, hormone problems often need ongoing review as new test results come in, and John’s approach is about getting the right diagnosis and keeping things steady and practical.


Overall, John W. Funder is a local endocrinologist in Clayton who focuses on adrenal and hormone conditions that affect blood pressure, potassium levels, and fluid balance, with support for both common and more complex cases.

Services & Conditions Treated

HyperaldosteronismAdrenal Gland AdenomaApparent Mineralocorticoid ExcessAdrenal CancerFamilial HyperaldosteronismFamilial HypertensionHypertensionLow Potassium LevelAscitesBreast CancerGlucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismHeart FailureHigh Potassium LevelIncreased Intracranial PressureIsolated ACTH DeficiencyStridorVasoconstriction

Publications

1 total

Comparing ARR Versus Suppressed PRA as Screening Tests for Primary Aldosteronism.

Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979) • July 23, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions does Dr John W. Funder treat?
Dr Funder is an endocrinologist who treats conditions like hyperaldosteronism, adrenal gland issues (including adrenal adenoma and adrenal cancer), familial forms of high blood pressure, hypertension, electrolyte problems such as low or high potassium, ascites, breast cancer, and other related hormonal or adrenal disorders.
What services does he offer?
He provides assessment and management for adrenal and hormonal disorders, including conditions such as hyperaldosteronism, adrenal gland tumours, and related blood pressure and electrolyte problems as part of endocrine care.
Where is the clinic located?
Clayton, VIC. The visit is at the Clayton area, 27-31 Wright Street, Clayton 3168, Australia.
How do I book an appointment?
Please contact the clinic to arrange an appointment with Dr Funder. The exact booking process will be provided by the clinic staff when you call.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring any relevant medical records, current medications, and recent test results related to your endocrine or adrenal concerns to help with your assessment.
Does he treat high or low potassium issues?
Yes. His practice covers potassium-related problems as part of managing adrenal and endocrine disorders.