The 20 Best Shingles Doctors in Australia

Find the Top Shingles Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 152 doctor with experience in Shingles near Australia. Of these, 135 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Shingles

    Anthony L. Cunningham
    Elite in Shingles

    Anthony L. Cunningham
    176 Hawkesbury Road, 
    Westmead, NSW, AU 

    Anthony Cunningham practices practicing medicine in Westmead, Australia. Mr. Cunningham is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Oral Herpes, Neuralgia, and Genital Herpes.

    Distinguished in Shingles

    Kristine K. Macartney
    Distinguished in Shingles

    Kristine K. Macartney
    Cnr Hawkesbury Road And Hainsworth Street, 
    Westmead, NSW, AU 

    Kristine Macartney practices practicing medicine in Westmead, Australia. Ms. Macartney is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Intussusception in Children, Flu, Chickenpox, and Shingles.

    Distinguished in Shingles

    Peter T. Nash
    Distinguished in Shingles

    Peter T. Nash
    Brisbane, QLD, AU 

    Peter Nash practices practicing medicine in Brisbane, Australia. Mr. Nash is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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    Advanced in Shingles

    Barry Slobedman
    Advanced in Shingles

    Barry Slobedman
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Barry Slobedman practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Mr. Slobedman is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalovirus Infection, Shingles, Chickenpox, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Robert Booy
    Advanced in Shingles

    Robert Booy
    Cnr Hawkesbury Road And Hainsworth Street, 
    Westmead, NSW, AU 

    Robert Booy practices practicing medicine in Westmead, Australia. Mr. Booy is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Flu, H1N1 Influenza, Chickenpox, and Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Helen S. Marshall
    Advanced in Shingles

    Helen S. Marshall
    55 King William St, 
    North Adelaide, SA, AU 

    Helen Marshall practices practicing medicine in North Adelaide, Australia. Ms. Marshall is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pertussis, Flu, Tetanus, Chickenpox, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Bette C. Liu
    Advanced in Shingles

    Bette C. Liu
    Samuels Avenue, 
    Kensington, NSW, AU 

    Bette Liu practices practicing medicine in Kensington, Australia. Ms. Liu is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pertussis, Shingles, Tetanus, and Flu.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Allison Abendroth
    Advanced in Shingles

    Allison Abendroth
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Allison Abendroth practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Abendroth is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Chickenpox, Oral Herpes, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Brett Nixon
    Advanced in Shingles

    Brett Nixon
    New Lambton Heights, 
    Newcastle, NSW, AU 

    Brett Nixon practices practicing medicine in Newcastle, Australia. Mr. Nixon is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infertility, Shingles, Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant, and Brain Stem Cancer.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Jiahui Qian
    Advanced in Shingles

    Jiahui Qian
    Hospital Road, 
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Jiahui Qian practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Qian is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Shingles.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Frank H. Beard
    Advanced in Shingles

    Frank H. Beard
    Edward Ford Building Fisher Road, 
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Frank Beard practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Mr. Beard is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mumps, Shingles, Pertussis, and Tetanus.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Nigel P. Stocks
    Advanced in Shingles

    Nigel P. Stocks
    North Terrace, 
    Adelaide, SA, AU 

    Nigel Stocks practices practicing medicine in Adelaide, Australia. Stocks is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Flu, Chickenpox, and Insomnia.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Megan C. Steain
    Advanced in Shingles

    Megan C. Steain
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Megan Steain practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Ms. Steain is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Chickenpox, Oral Herpes, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Advanced in Shingles

    Anita E. Heywood
    Advanced in Shingles

    Anita E. Heywood
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    Anita Heywood practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Ms. Heywood is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis A, Shingles, Measles, and Parainfluenza.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Monique B. Chilver
    Advanced in Shingles

    Monique B. Chilver
    Adelaide, SA, AU 

    Monique Chilver practices practicing medicine in Adelaide, Australia. Ms. Chilver is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chickenpox, Flu, Shingles, and Avian Influenza.

    Advanced in Shingles

    Lyle J. Palmer
    Advanced in Shingles

    Lyle J. Palmer
    North Terrace, 
    Adelaide, SA, AU 

    Lyle Palmer practices practicing medicine in Adelaide, Australia. Mr. Palmer is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Shingles, Potocki-Lupski Syndrome, Thrombectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Shingles

    James G. Wood
    Advanced in Shingles

    James G. Wood
    Sydney, NSW, AU 

    James Wood practices practicing medicine in Sydney, Australia. Mr. Wood is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mumps, Shingles, Chickenpox, and Pertussis.

    Experienced in Shingles

    Helen E. Quinn
    Experienced in Shingles

    Helen E. Quinn
    Cnr Hawkesbury Road And Hainsworth Street, 
    Westmead, NSW, AU 

    Helen Quinn practices practicing medicine in Westmead, Australia. Ms. Quinn is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pertussis, Intussusception in Children, Chickenpox, and Tetanus.

    Experienced in Shingles

    Nigel W. Crawford
    Experienced in Shingles

    Nigel W. Crawford
    Grattan Street, 
    Parkville, VIC, AU 

    Nigel Crawford practices practicing medicine in Parkville, Australia. Mr. Crawford is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Flu, COVID-19, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

    Experienced in Shingles

    Stephen B. Lambert
    Experienced in Shingles

    Stephen B. Lambert
    Communicable Disease Branch, 
    Brisbane, QLD, AU 

    Stephen Lambert practices practicing medicine in Brisbane, Australia. Mr. Lambert is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pertussis, Flu, Parainfluenza, Trachoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    While we make every effort to provide the best results possible, data is currently limited outside of the United States. Doctors listed may include both clinicians and researchers, and individuals relocate frequently. We recommend contacting doctors directly to confirm their location and areas of focus. Contact information is provided when available. Learn more about our expert tiers.
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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Shingles?

    Shingles (also known as herpes zoster) results from infection by the varicella zoster virus. This common virus causes chickenpox (also known as varicella), which is characterized by itchy spots on the skin that cover the whole body and usually occurs in childhood or adolescence. After the body fights the initial infection, the varicella zoster virus remains in nerve cells for the rest of a person's life. Because the virus is controlled by immune system cells called T cells, it is generally inactive (latent) and typically causes no health problems. However, in some people, the virus becomes active again (reactivates) and causes shingles. Shingles can occur at any age, although it is rare in childhood and becomes more common after age 50.

    When should I see a Shingles doctor in Australia?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Shingles doctor in Australia?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Shingles doctor in Australia?

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    How does MediFind rank Shingles doctors in Australia?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Shingles doctors in Australia?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Shingles doctor in Australia?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Shingles doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Shingles doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Shingles doctor in Australia?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Shingles doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Shingles doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Shingles doctors in Australia?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Shingles doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Shingles doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Shingles doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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