Marie Kirkwood is an Endocrinologist based in Tiwi, NT, working from 58 Rocklands Drive, Tiwi, NT 0810, Australia.
Her clinic care focuses on diabetes and related blood sugar health. This includes
gestational diabetes during pregnancy,
infant hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar in babies), and
type 2 diabetes (T2D).
Diabetes can be a lot to manage, and it doesn’t always look the same for everyone. In many cases, blood sugar levels can change over time, especially with pregnancy or early life health needs. Marie’s approach is calm and practical. She looks at what’s going on, helps people understand the likely next steps, and then works on a clear plan.
For gestational diabetes, the goal is usually to help keep both mum and baby as steady as possible. That can mean working out how food, activity, and monitoring fit together day to day. It can also include support around insulin when it’s needed, with guidance that’s easy to follow and not overwhelming.
Infant hyperglycaemia is quite different. It can be worrying for families, and there can be lots of questions. Marie helps families make sense of blood sugar results and what they might mean. She also focuses on safety and consistency, because when you’re dealing with infants, routines and careful monitoring matter.
With type 2 diabetes, the plan often needs to be realistic. That might involve reviewing medicines, checking what’s working in everyday life, and adjusting things when results don’t match expectations. At times, people need help understanding why numbers can shift, even when they’re trying hard.
Marie also spends time talking through long-term risks in a simple way. This is about protecting health over the years, not just getting through today. With diabetes, small changes can add up, and having a plan you can stick to often makes things easier.
The clinic setting is designed to feel grounded. Appointments are for asking questions, getting clear answers, and putting practical steps in place. If someone is feeling stressed about their blood sugar, it’s okay. Over time, careful follow-up and steady support can make a real difference.
Marie works with people across these diabetes situations, helping them move from confusion to a plan that makes sense for their life.
