Matt Truman is a rheumatologist based in Sydney, NSW. He looks after people with long-term health conditions that affect the immune system, especially when they cause pain, swelling, or other day-to-day problems.
Many of the people he sees have issues like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and other forms of arthritis. In many cases, symptoms can come and go, so it’s not just about treating a flare when it happens. It’s also about helping patients understand what might trigger symptoms and how to keep things steady over time.
Matt also works with kidney-related problems that can show up with autoimmune disease. For example, he treats lupus nephritis and glomerulonephritis, where inflammation affects how the kidneys work. These situations can feel scary, and the treatment plan often needs careful monitoring. He focuses on practical steps that fit around a patient’s other health needs.
He works with people who are dealing with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), where the condition can affect more than one part of the body. At times, this can mean coordinating care across different services, especially when there are joint symptoms, skin issues, or kidney concerns. The goal is to keep care clear and well organised, not overwhelming.
While his main work is rheumatology, his service list also includes care alongside teams for some cancers, such as breast cancer and lung cancer (including non-small cell lung cancer and EGFR positive lung cancer). This kind of care can be about managing inflammatory side effects, supporting comfort, and helping with immune-related issues that come up during treatment.
Matt’s rheumatology training centres on immune-driven conditions, and how they can affect both joints and internal organs. Over time, he aims to build a solid relationship with patients, so treatment feels understandable and more manageable.
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