Rachel Q. Grafton is a Gastroenterologist based in Building #132, Lennox Crossing, Acton, ACT 0200, Australia. She looks after people with gut health problems, especially when symptoms affect day to day life. Gastro issues can be scary and tiring, and Rachel focuses on being clear and steady while you work out what’s going on.
In many cases, she helps patients who are dealing with colitis and Crohn’s disease. These are long-term conditions that can flare up. When that happens, you might feel pain, cramps, diarrhoea, or changes in bowel habits. Rachel talks through the usual next steps for assessment and care, and helps patients understand what to watch for between appointments.
She also treats stomach and gut infections, including viral gastroenteritis. This can come on quickly, with vomiting, diarrhoea, and dehydration risk. Over time, patients often need support on hydration, symptom control, and when it’s important to get reviewed. At times, people also have ongoing gut upset after an infection, and she can help sort out what’s normal recovery and what needs more attention.
Given the impact of COVID-19 for many families, Rachel also supports people who have bowel symptoms linked to COVID-19. Gut issues can show up in different ways, and recovery can take time. In her care, the goal is to keep things practical: check what’s going on, manage symptoms, and make sure any red flags are not missed.
Rachel’s approach is calm and grounded. She aims to explain things in plain language, so patients can make informed decisions about their care. She understands that every body is different, and treatment can look a bit different from one person to the next. If your symptoms are changing, or you’re worried something isn’t settling, she can help you work out the next steps.
