David A. Pattison is an Endocrinologist based in Herston, QLD, practising at Butterfield St, Herston QLD 4029. He looks after health problems that link to hormones and how the body controls them. That can mean everything from day to day hormone balance to more complex growths that affect hormone levels.
Many of his patients are dealing with issues around blood sugar. Conditions like low blood sugar, insulinoma, and congenital hyperinsulinism can be scary and hard to manage. Over time, the right plan can make a big difference to how someone feels and how stable their blood sugars are day to day.
David also supports people with neuroendocrine tumours. These can show up in different parts of the body, including the pancreas. In some cases, there are tumours that have spread, such as metastatic insulinoma. At times, the main job is to help with symptoms and hormone-related effects while other parts of care are happening.
Thyroid problems are another big part of his work. This includes hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer. Thyroid conditions can affect energy, weight, sleep, heart rate, and mood. Getting the diagnosis right matters, because treatment can look quite different depending on what’s causing the problem.
He also works with people who have adrenal and related hormone conditions, including adrenal cancer and pheochromocytoma. These conditions can cause changes in blood pressure, stress hormone levels, and how the body reacts to normal situations. A steady, practical approach helps people feel more in control.
Along with that, David cares for patients with a range of other conditions where hormone systems and cancers overlap. This can include pancreatic islet cell tumours, prostate cancer, lung cancer, renal cell carcinoma, and sarcoidosis. Some people also come with brain or nerve system tumours, like glioblastoma and glioma, where hormone symptoms can be part of the bigger picture.
Care is usually about working out what’s going on, checking how the hormones are behaving, and then mapping out what to do next. In many cases, that means coordinating with other health professionals so the plan fits the person, not just the diagnosis. The goal is clear communication and sensible next steps, even when the situation is complicated.
David keeps up with current medical evidence and follows clinical guidelines, so patients get care that’s based on what works. When new options are being considered, he helps people understand the benefits and trade-offs in plain language.
If you’re looking for an endocrinologist in the Herston area, David A. Pattison is based on Butterfield St and offers ongoing hormone-focused care for a wide mix of conditions.