Graeme I. Lancaster is a rheumatologist based in Parkville, VIC, working from Grattan Street, Parkville (3010). Rheumatology is about looking after conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and the immune system. It can also be linked to other health issues, so appointments often cover more than just pain in one spot.
In day-to-day care, he helps people who are dealing with long-term problems like rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA can make joints swell, feel stiff, and flare up at times. Getting the right plan can take time, and it usually involves checking symptoms, organising ongoing follow-ups, and making changes when things aren’t settling.
He also works with people who may have other related health concerns. For example, some patients seek help when they have issues such as leukocytosis, obesity, or atherosclerosis. Others may be managing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) alongside joint or immune symptoms. When these things happen together, it can feel confusing. That’s where clear, practical health checks matter.
Appointments are usually about working out what’s going on and what can be done next. That might include discussing how symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and what treatments have been tried so far. He focuses on the bigger picture, not just the flare-ups. In many cases, that means looking at lifestyle factors as well, especially where weight, heart health, or liver health are part of the story.
Because rheumatology covers conditions that can change over time, care often involves regular review. That can include planning for flare management, monitoring progress, and keeping an eye on side effects and overall health. It’s not always a quick fix, but having a steady plan can make a big difference.
Graeme Lancaster’s clinic in Parkville is set up for people who want straightforward advice about joint and immune conditions, and who may also be managing wider health concerns like RA, leukocytosis, obesity, atherosclerosis, and NAFLD.