Dr Sonja Nagel (ret.)
Dr Armi Salonga
Dr Hyunjun (Jon) Kim
Rheumatology Specialist Centre
Toowoomba 
Phone: 07 4613 0549

Philosophy

At the Rheumatology Specialist Centre, we aim to understand and care about each one of our patients. Not just from the Rheumatological viewpoint, but also from the human perspective.  It is our aim to make all patients feel comfortable in a beautiful relaxing environment. We also aim to keep patients updated with information on their clinical condition as well as details of blood test results to enable a team approach to management. Whilst chronic conditions cannot all be cured, working together usually ensures a high level of disease control enabling life to be lived to its fullest.

 

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Our Team

Dr Armi Salonga

Dr. Armi Salonga is a specialist Rheumatologist and General Medicine physician.

 

Dr. Salonga completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Santo Tomas (Hons) and earned her degree in medicine from St. Luke’s College of Medicine, Philippines. She underwent a two-year adult medicine residency training at St. Vincent’s Medical Centre, Connecticut, USA before moving to Australia where she trained in a number of hospitals in Queensland, including Gold Coast University Hospital, Princess Alexandra Hospital and Greenslopes Private Hospital.

She also worked as a specialist General Medicine physician at the Ipswich Hospital and as a Visiting Medical Officer in Rheumatology at the Princess Alexandra Hospital (Brisbane).

 

Dr. Salonga is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). Currently, she is a member of the Women in Rheumatology Australia Special Interest Group as well as the International Association of Women in Rheumatology. Her areas of interest are inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disorders and gout.

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As a physician, Dr Salonga has a strong humanistic approach in the diagnosis and management of medical conditions and considers this as the core of her clinical practice.

 

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter.

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Dr Hyunjun (Jon) Kim

Dr. Hyunjun (Jon) Kim is a consultant rheumatologist committed to delivering exceptional patient care on the Gold Coast. He specialises in all aspects of rheumatology, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, inflammatory myositis, scleroderma, and other connective tissue diseases. Dr Kim is known for his holistic and patient-centred approach, ensuring thorough assessments and personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

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Dr Kim obtained his medical degree, Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Queensland, School of Medicine. He completed his basic medical training at Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH) and Logan Hospital, followed by advanced rheumatology training at GCUH, Princess Alexandra Hospital and Greenslopes Private Hospital. He obtained his Fellowship in Rheumatology (FRACP) through the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.

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Born in South Korea and raised in both South Korea and Canada, Dr Kim has a deep appreciation for multicultural environments and is committed to providing inclusive, patient-focused care to a diverse community.

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Administration Staff

Christine Williams - Practice Manager

Chris is a wonderful Practice Manager who is an integral part of the Rheumatology Specialist Centre clinical management team. She has worked in the Rheumatological area for over two decades. Chris is very knowledgeable and is able to help with many general enquiries.

 

Joanne Mitchell - Receptionist

Jo has recently joined RSC, having previously worked as a receptionist at a General Practitioner medical practice. Jo is amiable and able to assist with general enquiries.

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