Dr Ashok Gunawardene
- Name
- Dr Ashok Gunawardene
- Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., Ch.B.) University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences United Kingdom 2009
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Australia 2023
- Bachelor of Science, First Class in Anatomy University of Leeds
- Member of Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Doctor of Philosophy University of Otago
- Occupation
- General Surgeon
- Gender
- Male
- Medical Specialties
- General Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Gastric Sleeve
- Gastric Bypass
- Hernia Surgery
- Links
- https://northernsurgicalcare.com.au/about-dr-ashok/
- https://www.ifso.com/ashok-gunawardene-16972/
- https://www.surgeons.org/Profile/dr-ashok-gunawardene
- Phone
- 1300 052 415
- Fax
- (03) 7073 2000
Dr Ashok Gunawardene leads Northern Surgical Care, bringing specialist expertise in upper gastrointestinal conditions and gastrointestinal endoscopy. With clinical experience in the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Australia, he is committed to providing care that is both safe and easy to understand, helping patients feel supported every step of the way.
His areas of expertise include laparoscopic weight loss surgery, gallstone treatment, and minimally invasive hernia repair. Dr Gunawardene is also GESA-accredited in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy.
Northern Surgical Care works closely with Liora Health to provide a team-based approach, giving patients access to dietitians, psychologists, and ongoing follow-up. This coordinated care helps people achieve long-term health outcomes while feeling fully supported.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr Gunawardene is passionate about surgical education. He serves as an Examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and teaches surgical skills to junior surgeons through RACS programs. Holding a PhD in surgical research, he applies the latest scientific evidence to ensure his patients receive the highest standard of care.
- Hospital Affiliations
- Northern Private Hospital
- John Fawkner Private Hospital
- Medical Conditions
- Obesity Surgery and Care
- Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Gallstones
- Inguinal Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Colorectal Polyps
- Rectal Bleeding
- Medical Interventions
- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB)
- One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB)
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Fundoplication / Hiatus Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
- Colonoscopy & Polypectomy
- Haemorrhoid Banding
- Gastroscopy
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Practice Locations
Melbourne
- Northern Surgical Care
- Address
- 12 Osburn Pl
Epping VIC 3076
Australia
