Brooke K. Coombes is a rheumatologist based in Brisbane, working from 170 Kessels Road, Brisbane, QLD 4111, Australia.
In day to day practice, Brooke looks after people with pain and problems that affect joints, tendons, and the soft tissues around them. That can include things like tennis elbow and tendinitis, where movement hurts and day to day tasks can feel harder than they should be. At times, it’s also about bursitis and other causes of acute pain, where the pain can come on fairly suddenly and then linger.
Frozen shoulder is another area commonly seen. It often starts with stiffness and then gradually affects how far you can move your arm. Brooke helps people understand what’s going on, what usually helps, and how to manage symptoms so you can get back to normal routines as much as possible.
There are also patients who come in with nerve related concerns linked to diabetes. Brooke works with people dealing with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and can support conditions such as diabetic neuropathy and peripheral neuropathy. These can cause pins and needles, numbness, burning or aching feelings, and it can be tough to live with that sort of day to day discomfort. In many cases, the focus is on practical care and keeping symptoms under control while supporting overall health.
Brooke’s approach is calm and grounded. She aims to listen closely, explain things in plain language, and work through options step by step. The goal isn’t just short term relief. It’s also about helping you make sense of your symptoms and feel more confident about what to do next.