Matthew A. Roberts is a nephrologist based in Box Hill, VIC. You’ll find the clinic at Level 2, 5 Arnold Street, Box Hill, VIC 3128. Matthew works with people who have kidney problems, from early warning signs through to more complex care needs.
Kidneys do a lot behind the scenes, so when they don’t work well it can affect the whole body. In many cases, Matthew helps manage chronic kidney disease and supports people as the condition progresses. He also looks after patients who are dealing with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), including planning for dialysis and ongoing kidney support. For some people, kidney transplant care is part of the journey too, and Matthew provides medical advice around what to expect and how to stay as well as possible.
Matthew’s care also covers a range of other kidney-related conditions. This can include diabetic nephropathy, where diabetes affects the kidneys, and lupus nephritis, which can happen with autoimmune disease. He treats issues like high potassium levels and metabolic acidosis, and he helps manage blood pressure that’s too high or, at times, too low. There are also specific rare conditions he may be involved with, such as calciphylaxis and Wilson disease.
Infections and serious complications can be scary, so Matthew takes the time to explain things clearly and keep decisions practical. At times this includes care around sepsis, peritonitis, and secondary peritonitis, as well as infections linked with MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus). He also supports people with complex medical situations like hypophosphatasia (HPP), where phosphate levels and bone health can be affected.
Over time, Matthew has built solid experience across the day-to-day side of nephrology care, not just one narrow area. His nephrology education focuses on how kidney disease works, how it’s assessed, and how treatment plans are put together. He also keeps up with changing treatment approaches through ongoing learning, so care stays up to date with what’s available.
Clinical trials can be an option for some patients, depending on their situation. When a study is relevant, referral pathways can be discussed as part of planning. The main goal is still the same: good kidney care, clear communication, and support that fits into real life.
