Rodger Laurent is a rheumatologist based in Sydney, NSW, Australia. He helps people with conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and, in some cases, the blood vessels. When inflammation settles in the wrong place, it can feel scary and overwhelming. In many cases, getting the right diagnosis early makes a real difference.
Rodger focuses on blood-vessel related problems, including Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), which is also known as Temporal Arteritis. This condition often shows up in older adults, and symptoms can include new headaches, scalp tenderness, jaw pain when chewing, and feeling run down. It can also affect vision, so doctors take it seriously and act quickly if it’s suspected.
He also looks after people with vasculitis. Vasculitis is a broad term for inflammation in blood vessels, and it can cause different symptoms depending on which part of the body is affected. At times, people notice things like aches and pains, skin changes, or other ongoing problems that don’t seem to fit. Rodger works through the pattern of symptoms and helps patients understand what might be going on.
Some patients need support for Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, too. That can be hard to spot because it’s rarer, and symptoms may not always match what people expect. Rodger’s approach is about being careful and steady, so families feel supported while they figure out the best next steps.
Over time, his work has been shaped by the day-to-day reality of rheumatology care: listening closely, organising tests when they’re needed, and making sure treatment plans are clear and practical. He cares for patients across a range of inflammatory conditions, including GCA, temporal arteritis, juvenile temporal arteritis, and vasculitis. He has also completed medical training and then rheumatology training, which helps guide how he assesses inflammatory disease.