Katrina L. Campbell is a nephrologist based at Butterfield St, Herston in QLD. She looks after people with long-term kidney health needs, along with other related body changes that can show up when kidneys are not working as they should.
In many cases, her work involves chronic kidney disease. This can be a slow, ongoing situation, and it often means keeping a close eye on things like blood pressure, blood test results, and day-to-day symptoms. She also helps manage problems that can come with kidney conditions, such as high potassium levels, metabolic acidosis, and things like poor nutrition or weight changes.
Katrina also works with people who have autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and other forms of polycystic kidney disease. These conditions can affect how the kidneys grow and work over time, and they can be different for each person. Having steady follow-up matters, especially when other organs and health checks are part of the picture.
At times, she supports patients dealing with cystic fibrosis where kidney health is affected. Kidney issues can also link in with metabolic syndrome and obesity, and kidney function can influence how the body handles salt, fluids, and some medicines.
Some appointments focus on blood pressure and related balance issues. Hypertension is common in kidney disease, but she also sees people with low blood pressure where it’s linked to their health and medications. Getting the right plan can take time, and it usually involves careful checks and making small adjustments when needed.
Transplant care is another important part of nephrology, and Katrina works with patients who have had a kidney transplant. There’s a lot to monitor after a transplant, including kidney function and medicine side effects. She also supports people after a liver transplant when kidney health becomes a concern, because the changes in the body after transplant can affect fluid balance and blood test results.
Katrina’s approach is calm and practical. Kidney care can feel heavy, so she focuses on clear plans and making sure you understand what the tests and results are telling you. Over time, that helps people feel more in control, even when the situation takes patience and steady follow-up.
If you’re in Herston or the wider QLD area and you need ongoing kidney support, Katrina L. Campbell may be able to help with conditions like chronic kidney disease, polycystic kidney disease, high potassium, hypertension, and related metabolic issues.