Dr Michael Burke

Dr Michael Burke was educated in Brisbane and completed his medical training, with Honours, in 2003 at The University of Queensland.

Dr Burke undertook his nephrology advanced training in Queensland and South Australia.

He is a lecturer for the School of Medicine, University of Queensland, and provides an ongoing and active contribution to undergraduate medical teaching. He is also involved in preparing physician trainees for the FRACP examination.

He is completing a PhD examining the effects of immunosuppressive drugs on cancer development in kidney transplant recipients. Dr Burke’s research has been presented at national and international meetings.

His studies in peritoneal and hemodialysis complications, renal bone disease, and kidney transplantation have been published in peer-reviewed journals.

Michael is a general nephrologist and has clinical expertise in:

• Chronic kidney disease & diabetic nephropathy
• Management of renal anaemia and bone disease
• Hypertension
• Haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
• Kidney transplantation

Michael offers consultation through his rooms at the Mater Private Clinic.

• Mater Private Hospital Brisbane