Irene Ruderman is a Nephrologist based at 300 Grattan Street, Parkville, NSW, Australia.
Kidney problems can be hard to live with, and Irene works with people who need support at different stages of kidney disease. This can include long-term conditions like chronic kidney disease and polycystic kidney disease, as well as more urgent issues such as acute tubular necrosis.
In many cases, care is about helping people understand what is going on with their kidneys, what tests mean, and what treatment options may help. Irene also looks after people dealing with kidney inflammation, including glomerulonephritis and interstitial nephritis. At times, treatment plans may involve managing complications that come with these conditions, not just the main diagnosis.
Some patients are dealing with hormone and mineral balance issues linked to kidney health. Irene cares for people with hyperparathyroidism and may also be involved when there is a need for parathyroidectomy. She also helps manage problems like rickets and malnutrition that can happen when kidneys are not working as they should.
There are also rarer kidney-related conditions that need careful planning. Irene works with patients who have autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, and she supports people with Fabry disease and membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis. Kidney transplant care is another important part of this work, including looking after people living with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and ongoing post-transplant needs.
Some kidney issues can lead to skin and calcium problems too. Irene provides care for calcinosis and calciphylaxis, which can be very stressful for patients and families. Getting the right balance of treatments and monitoring can make a big difference, and Irene focuses on making that process as clear and steady as possible.
Over time, kidney care often means more than one problem at once. Irene’s role is to bring the pieces together and help patients move forward with a plan that fits their situation, whether that’s managing chronic disease, preparing for or supporting transplant, or dealing with a more sudden change in kidney function.