Shanti D. Balasubramaniam is a geneticist based in Roberts Rd, Subiaco, WA 6008. In many cases, people see a geneticist when something doesn’t fit the usual pattern—growth isn’t tracking as expected, symptoms start in infancy or early childhood, or there are recurring health issues with no clear cause.
Shanti’s work focuses on genetic and inherited conditions. This can include problems linked to metabolism, like low blood sugar, lactic acidosis, and episodes such as diabetic ketoacidosis. It can also involve rare disorders affecting how the body processes certain amino acids and other building blocks, where early support and clear planning matter a lot.
There is also a big neurological side to the care. Some families come in because of seizures, muscle weakness or low muscle tone, spasticity, or developmental concerns such as delayed growth, microcephaly, and cortical dysplasia. Hearing loss is another area that can show up, along with optic nerve issues and other vision-related problems.
Over time, the same underlying genetic change can show up in different ways. That’s why a geneticist’s role is often about sorting out the pattern, explaining what it can mean for the person’s health, and helping guide next steps. This might include cardiomyopathy (heart muscle conditions), breathing and feeding issues, and concerns around muscle movement, where drug induced dyskinesia can be part of the story.
For some people, the genetics can also affect the skin, bones, and connective tissues. Conditions like cutis laxa, osteopetrosis or osteosclerosis, and other inherited differences may be part of what is being investigated. At times, disorders that impact the whole body system, including urea cycle disorders and mucopolysaccharidoses, need a careful and steady approach.
Shanti looks after individuals and families dealing with complex, long-term conditions. The goal is to bring clarity where possible, support practical day-to-day decisions, and work alongside other health professionals so care is coordinated and easier to manage.
