Jane Zochling is a rheumatologist based in Hobart, Tasmania. She works with people who have ongoing joint, bone and immune system conditions, especially when symptoms come and go over time.
Rheumatology can be a broad mix, and Jane sees a range of problems. This includes scleroderma and systemic sclerosis (SSc), where the body’s immune response and skin or organ health can be affected. At times, this can also link with lung issues such as interstitial lung disease, and less commonly acute interstitial pneumonia. These aren’t quick fixes, so care often needs to be steady and well planned.
Jane also helps manage spondyloarthritis conditions. That can include ankylosing spondylitis and axial spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). People with these conditions often deal with ongoing stiffness, pain, and changes in movement, and the goal is to keep day-to-day life as comfortable as possible.
She looks after people with different types of arthritis too. This may include psoriatic arthritis, along with arthritis related to psoriasis. Gout is another common condition in her clinic work, where pain and swelling can flare up and then settle again.
While joint and muscle symptoms are often the main reason people seek help, there can be other health factors at the same time. Jane’s care approach also covers conditions like hypertension, and at times issues such as angiodysplasia of the colon, where bleeding can be a concern. Having a clinician who can keep the bigger picture in mind can make a real difference for how care is coordinated.
Over time, rheumatology work means balancing symptom control with monitoring for changes. Jane’s focus is on practical management and keeping things on track, including reviewing medicines, checking symptoms, and helping people understand what to expect.
Jane works in Hobart and provides care for adults living across southern Tasmania. Her work is centred on calm, clear clinical follow-up for people with complex long-term conditions, where getting the plan right early can help reduce stress later on.
