Vicky Duong is a rheumatologist based in Sydney, NSW, Australia. She works with people who have ongoing joint and muscle problems, and she looks at how symptoms like pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced movement can affect day-to-day life.
Vicky often helps patients with osteoarthritis and other forms of arthritis. These conditions can creep up slowly, or flare up when you least expect it. At times, it can feel like your joints “just won’t behave”, especially with stairs, walking, or getting up from a chair.
Another common reason people book in is synovitis. This is inflammation in the joint lining, and it can lead to heat, swelling, and aching. Getting on top of what’s driving the inflammation matters, because it can change how well the joint works and how you cope day to day.
Some patients also come to see Vicky when they’re thinking about a knee replacement, or when they’ve already had one and need longer-term follow-up. Knee problems can be frustrating, and it’s not just the pain. It can affect sleep, work, exercise, and even mood. In many cases, the best plans are the ones that fit around real life, not just a clinic visit.
As a rheumatologist, Vicky takes a practical approach. She focuses on understanding symptoms and triggers, and helping patients make sense of what might be going on. Over time, that can guide decisions about treatment, self-care, and when it’s worth reviewing things again.
She has experience caring for adults with long-term joint conditions, including people dealing with flare-ups and stiffness that keeps coming back. The goal is to find a balance between getting relief and keeping things steady, so patients can move more comfortably and feel more confident about their health.
Vicky lives and works in Sydney, so care is available close to home. If you’re dealing with persistent joint pain or swelling, it can help to have a specialist involved early, especially when symptoms keep returning or start changing how you move.