Elaine is a consultant rheumatologist. She has undertaken regional training in Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, and Rheumatology Training in Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Liverpool Hospital and BJC Health. Working in several different sites has provided excellent exposure to a wide range of musculoskeletal, inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. She is proficient in performing nailfold capillaroscopy, and is learning how to use musculoskeletal ultrasound. Elaine is a compassionate clinician, and will work with you and your healthcare providers to develop an evidence based and holistic treatment plan, to help improve pain and quality of life.
In terms of her other interests, Elaine believes in the importance of visual information in patient education and empowerment. Using her unique skills in digital illustration, she is working on co-designing patient information resources with consumers and practitioners. Elaine also contributes to medical education at an undergraduate and postgraduate level. She currently holds teaching appointments at University of Sydney and University of New South Wales, and is a clinical mentor for training doctors preparing for specialist exams.
Outside of clinical work, Elaine enjoys keeping active, doodling on her iPad and exploring the Sydney food scene.
Dr Elaine works as an independent practitioner consulting at BJC Health.
Australian Rheumatology Association
Australian Medical Association
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How can this event help me?
Understanding posture can play a significant role in reducing aches and pains, easing tension, and supporting smoother, pain-free movement—especially for those managing conditions like back pain, neck pain, or inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS). Join Exercise Physiologist Sarah Comensoli and Physiotherapist Belinda Prince for our first Lifestyle Event of 2025, where they'll share evidence-based, practical strategies to help you optimise your posture and improve your quality of life.
In this session, Sarah and Belinda will cover:
This event is designed for anyone looking to refine their posture and find strategies to move through life with greater ease—whether you're managing back pain, arthritis, or just seeking improvement. Join our live virtual event at 8pm Wednesday 5th February. Like all our lifestyle events, we will welcome questions and discussion so we can all hear and learn from each other.
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