Polina Putrik is a rheumatologist based in Malvern, NSW. You’ll find the clinic at 4 Drysdale Street, Malvern, NSW 3144.
Rheumatology is about the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. In day-to-day care, Polina looks after people who have ongoing aches and pains, flare-ups, and stiffness that can make normal life feel harder than it should be. At times, symptoms can come and go, and that can be stressful. The goal is usually to get things under control and help people feel more steady over time.
Her practice includes support for conditions like arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA can affect joints in a way that causes swelling, pain, and morning stiffness. It also changes day to day for some people, so treatment plans often need to be reviewed as symptoms shift.
Polina also treats fibromyalgia. This condition often involves widespread pain, tiredness, and issues with sleep and energy. It can be tricky because tests don’t always show the full picture right away. Care here is about listening, working out what’s going on, and using a practical approach to help with comfort and function.
Gout is another common reason people see a rheumatologist. It can flare suddenly, often with very sore joints. When gout is happening more than once, the focus is usually on settling the flare and reducing the chances of it coming back.
Osteoarthritis is also part of Polina’s work. It’s a wear-and-tear type of joint problem that can build over time. Many people find they need help balancing pain relief, movement, and day-to-day choices so joints stay as usable as possible.
When you come in, Polina aims to explain things in plain language and keep the plan realistic. Some people need quick changes when symptoms flare. Others do better with small steps and steady follow-up. Either way, she focuses on ongoing care for long-term joint and muscle issues, not just one-off appointments.
If you’d like help with arthritis, RA, fibromyalgia, gout, or osteoarthritis, Polina Putrik’s clinic in Malvern is set up for that kind of care.
