Kirsten M. Spann is a pulmonologist based in Brisbane, working from 2 George Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000. If you’re dealing with symptoms like ongoing cough, wheeze, chest tightness, or breathlessness, she helps work out what’s going on and what to do next.
In clinic, Kirsten looks after adults and children with a range of breathing and lung-related issues. That can include asthma and COPD, where the airways get irritated and it can feel hard to breathe properly. She also supports people with infections and other problems that affect the lungs, such as bronchitis and RSV infection.
At times, breathing issues are linked to allergies and sensitivities. Kirsten cares for patients who have grass allergy and other hypersensitivity reactions, including hypersensitivity pneumonitis. For some people, ear and upper airway problems can show up as well, like otitis media with effusion. It’s all connected, and getting the full picture helps.
Respiratory illnesses can move fast, so she also treats conditions such as parainfluenza and, when it comes up, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The focus is on steady, practical care—helping manage symptoms, monitoring how things are tracking, and making sure treatment fits the person, not just the diagnosis.
Because lung health can change from week to week, Kirsten pays attention to day-to-day patterns. She’ll often ask about triggers, how symptoms affect sleep and activity, and what treatment has (or hasn’t) worked in the past. From there, the plan usually aims to reduce flare-ups and make breathing feel more stable.
Care can include checking how well the lungs are working and making sure treatment is safe and realistic for everyday life. For chronic conditions like asthma and COPD, the goal is usually better control over time—so fewer bad days, and quicker support when things start to flare.
For those with new or worsening respiratory symptoms, early assessment matters. Kirsten’s approach stays calm and clear, with an emphasis on understanding the cause and getting the right next steps. If you’re in Brisbane and looking for a pulmonology appointment for a lung or breathing concern, she can help guide the process.
