Dr Swapna Devadula

Dr Swapna Devadula is a consultant rheumatologist with extensive medical experience in the United Kingdom and Australia. In 2016, she obtained fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians specialising in General Medicine and in 2017, she became a specialist Rheumatologist. Prior to returning to Australia, Dr Devadula underwent extensive training in various medical disciplines in the UK and worked as a locum consultant rheumatologist. Dr Devadula offers her services at Caboolture Private Hospital, Caboolture Hospital, and North Lakes Specialist Medical Centre. Her passion for her profession is reflected in the holistic care she provides to all age groups of patients, especially young adults transitioning to adulthood, as well as women of childbearing age. Additionally, Dr Devadula understands the unmet need for healthcare access to regional Australians in the field of rheumatology and regularly conducts consultations via telehealth/videoconferencing. Dr Devadula is an Associate Lecturer at the University of Queensland and is actively involved in teaching and examining medical students. She is a respected member of the Women in the Rheumatology Network Queensland, dedicated to the professional development of women in the field of rheumatology. Notably, Dr Devadula participates in continuing clinical research in tele-rheumatology with Arthritis Queensland, a not-for-profit organisation that supports patients living with arthritis. In conclusion, Dr Swapna Devadula is a committed rheumatologist, dedicated to providing patient-centered care, and is an active participant in teaching and research activities. Her contributions to the field of rheumatology in Australia are highly valued, especially in the provision of healthcare access to the regional population through telehealth services.