Russell A. Hays

Infectious Disease Specialist

Male📍 Broome

About of Russell A. Hays

Russell A. Hays is an Infectious Disease Specialist based in Broome, WA, Australia. He looks after people with infections that can be hard to spot at first, especially when symptoms come and go or overlap with other health issues.


His work often includes looking into infections linked to yaws and other skin and soft tissue problems. He also focuses on helminth-related conditions, including strongyloidiasis and other worm and parasite infections such as rhabditida and secernentea infections. In many cases, the goal is to get the right diagnosis, then treat the cause so things settle down for the long term.


Infectious disease care isn’t only about the bug itself. Russell also works with patients who have Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), where infections can become more likely or can take longer to clear. Managing both at the same time can make a real difference to how someone feels and how well they recover.


Over time, he has built his approach around practical, patient-friendly care. That means listening to what’s been happening, paying attention to the full story, and making a clear plan for next steps. At times, people are dealing with ongoing symptoms, past treatment, or concerns about where the infection came from, and he helps them work through that without rushing.


Russell’s education is grounded in infectious disease medicine, with training that helps him understand how infections behave in the body and how they can affect overall health. Because infectious diseases can look different from person to person, he keeps the focus on what’s most relevant to each patient’s situation.


There isn’t a lot of detail available here about research projects or clinical trials. Still, infectious disease work usually includes staying up to date with current testing and treatment options, so care stays aligned with what’s known to work.


If you’re in the Broome area and you’re dealing with an infection that’s not improving, or you’re not sure what’s going on, Russell A. Hays provides a calm, focused check-in and helps guide the next steps from there.

Services & Conditions Treated

YawsRhabditida InfectionsSecernentea InfectionsStrongyloidiasisChancroidHelminthiasisType 2 Diabetes (T2D)

Publications

1 total

Helminth coinfection and COVID-19: An alternate hypothesis.

PLoS neglected tropical diseases • August 18, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

What services do you offer as an infectious disease specialist in Broome?
I focus on infections such as Yaws, infections caused by Rhabditida and Secernentea, Strongyloidiasis, Chancroid, Helminthiasis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) related care.
Which conditions do you treat regularly?
Common conditions I see include Yaws, Strongyloidiasis, various helminth infections, Chancroid, and other infections caused by Rhabditida and Secernentea, along with issues related to Type 2 Diabetes.
Where are you based and how can I book an appointment?
I practise in Broome, WA. To book, please contact the clinic directly for available times and referrals if needed.
Do you treat patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
Yes. I provide care related to Type 2 Diabetes as part of infectious disease and systemic health management.
What concerns should I bring up at my first visit?
Bring any symptoms, test results, travel or exposure history, and questions about infections like Yaws or helminth infections, plus any diabetes concerns you have.
What kinds of infections are associated with your practice?
I work with infections from Yaws, Strongyloidiasis, and other parasitic infections (Rhabditida and Secernentea), as well as Chancroid and general helminthiasis.