Hiroyuki Kamiya is a Rheumatologist based in Perth, WA, at 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, WA 6009, Australia.
Rheumatology is about more than sore joints. It also covers long-term inflammation in the body, and how that can affect the lungs and other organs. Dr Kamiya looks after adults dealing with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other types of arthritis, where pain, stiffness, and swelling can build up over time. At times, the same immune problem can also show up in the lungs, so care may also cover interstitial lung disease and pulmonary fibrosis.
Some people being seen have breathing symptoms along with joint or muscle issues. In these cases, the goal is to make sure the inflammation is understood properly and the treatment plan fits the whole picture. Other conditions that may be managed include myositis, pneumonia (including when it links with inflammation), and lung problems such as acute interstitial pneumonia. There are also rarer diagnoses that come with immune and inflammation features, including Castleman disease, yellow nail syndrome, and very uncommon genetic syndromes like Werner syndrome and adult syndrome.
Over the years, a key part of this work is working out what’s going on, then helping people manage symptoms while reducing flare-ups where possible. Experience is also important when conditions are mixed, like joint disease plus lung involvement. Details of education and training are not listed here, but the focus is on rheumatology care for adults with complex, ongoing health needs.
Research and clinical trials can matter for people with harder-to-treat illness, but specific publication or trial details are not provided here. If you’d like, the clinic can confirm what research or trial options might be relevant in your situation.