Heather G. Mack is a nephrologist based in East Melbourne, VIC 3002. She works with people who have kidney conditions, and also helps when kidney problems link in with other health issues.
In her clinic, Heather commonly sees patients with long-term kidney disease, including chronic kidney disease (CKD). She also looks after people with problems in the kidney filters, such as glomerulonephritis, IgA nephropathy, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, and membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis. When kidney symptoms show up as swelling, protein in the urine, or nephrotic syndrome, that’s also a key part of her work.
She helps manage cases that involve the body’s immune system too. For example, lupus nephritis and Henoch-Schönlein purpura are often complex and can need careful, ongoing kidney care. At times, she also supports people with nephrotic or inflammatory kidney flare-ups while working out what treatment plan fits best.
Another big area is electrolyte and balance problems, like low potassium or low sodium. Some patients have inherited or rare conditions that affect how the kidneys handle salt and water, including Bartter syndrome and Gitelman syndrome. Others may have thin basement membrane nephropathy or Alport syndrome, where kidney monitoring matters for the long run.
Heather may also be involved in care where kidney issues connect with eye and other body symptoms. For instance, some inherited kidney disorders can come with changes in vision, and there can be links with retinal problems in certain syndromes. She works in step with other specialists so the whole picture is handled, not just the blood test results.
Over time, she builds plans around what’s happening now, what’s likely to happen later, and how that affects daily life. That can mean regular checks, medication reviews, and working through test results in a way that feels clear and doable.
Heather’s specialist training is in medicine, with further education and clinical practice focused on kidney health. She keeps up with new guidance through ongoing specialist learning, including review of current research in nephrology and related fields when it’s helpful for patient care.
If you’re dealing with a kidney condition, it can feel overwhelming. Heather aims to make appointments calm and practical, with support that stays steady from early diagnosis through long-term management.
