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Dr Chatika Premaratne
👤 5 years of experience
3,123+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
7
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Chatika Premaratne is a highly skilled specialist in General and Colorectal Surgery. He currently practises at Norwest Private Hospital and holds a public appointment as a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) in Colorectal Surgery at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle.
Dr. Premaratne completed his training in general surgery as part of the Western Sydney network. He achieved his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2016.
Dr. Premaratne furthered his training with a subspecialist fellowship at Nepean Hospital, where he served as the inaugural Colorectal Fellow. This specialised training equipped him with the skills and knowledge needed to address complex colorectal conditions.
To gain international experience, Dr. Premaratne undertook an overseas fellowship in colorectal surgery at the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Trust in the United Kingdom. During this period, he honed his expertise in laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancers, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic exenterations for advanced pelvic cancers, and complex abdominal wall reconstructions.
Dr. Premaratne's clinical interests encompass a variety of areas within general and colorectal surgery. He is particularly skilled in laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer, gallstones, inflammatory bowel disease, and hernia repairs, including abdominal wall reconstructions. His skills also include endoscopy, colonoscopy, and proctology, where he performs transanal procedures for conditions such as haemorrhoids, fissures, and fistulas.
With his extensive training, diverse skill set, and dedication to providing high-quality surgical care, Dr. Chatika Premaratne is a respected and valued member of the medical community in the field of General and Colorectal Surgery.
Dr. Premaratne completed his training in general surgery as part of the Western Sydney network. He achieved his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2016.
Dr. Premaratne furthered his training with a subspecialist fellowship at Nepean Hospital, where he served as the inaugural Colorectal Fellow. This specialised training equipped him with the skills and knowledge needed to address complex colorectal conditions.
To gain international experience, Dr. Premaratne undertook an overseas fellowship in colorectal surgery at the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Trust in the United Kingdom. During this period, he honed his expertise in laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancers, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic exenterations for advanced pelvic cancers, and complex abdominal wall reconstructions.
Dr. Premaratne's clinical interests encompass a variety of areas within general and colorectal surgery. He is particularly skilled in laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer, gallstones, inflammatory bowel disease, and hernia repairs, including abdominal wall reconstructions. His skills also include endoscopy, colonoscopy, and proctology, where he performs transanal procedures for conditions such as haemorrhoids, fissures, and fistulas.
With his extensive training, diverse skill set, and dedication to providing high-quality surgical care, Dr. Chatika Premaratne is a respected and valued member of the medical community in the field of General and Colorectal Surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Chatika Premaratne
Education & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · General Surgery
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2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of General Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 257 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,007 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 831 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,992 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 8 · i10: 12
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4738/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30225980 · cited by 49
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.9539/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35115492 · cited by 115
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Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.6534/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38028983 · cited by 197
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European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.6957/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 39700352 · cited by 151
Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Sydney · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Sydney · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2022
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a general surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · chatika.premaratne@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
1 verified review5.00
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1 review
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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