Claire Von Mollendorf is an Infectious Disease Specialist based at Grattan Street, Parkville, VIC 3052. She works with people who are dealing with infections that can be hard to figure out or slow to settle. In many cases, she helps when symptoms are worrying, keep coming back, or need careful assessment to choose the right treatment.
Infectious diseases cover a wide range of illnesses, and Claire’s clinic work includes things like strep throat, flu, pneumonia, and other chest infections. She also looks after more serious conditions such as meningitis, including bacterial meningitis and pneumococcal meningitis. At times, this can be about calming symptoms quickly while also making sure the cause is treated properly.
She also cares for people with infections affecting the gut and the airways. That can include diarrhoea, and infections linked to bacteria or viruses that spread through the respiratory tract, like measles and parainfluenza. Some patients come in with symptoms that overlap between illnesses, so a big part of the job is sorting out what’s most likely and what needs urgent attention.
Claire’s work extends to infections that need longer-term planning as well. That may include HIV/AIDS and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. She also treats conditions such as pulmonary tuberculosis and tuberculous meningitis, where management often needs steady follow-up and clear communication about next steps.
There are also specific infections that can become emergencies if they’re missed, including tetanus and cases involving H. influenzae meningitis. Claire focuses on practical care and clear advice, including what to watch for at home and when to seek help straight away. Over time, she helps patients and families feel more confident about what’s going on and what the treatment plan is aiming to do.
