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Dr. Ashok Gunawardene
Gastro-entérologie · Melbourne
👤 4 years of experience
9,253+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Ashok Gunawardene is a specialist General Surgeon with subspecialty expertise in upper gastrointestinal surgery and weight loss surgery, with extensive clinical experience across the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Australia. He is committed to delivering patient-centred care grounded in evidence-based practice, with a strong emphasis on clear communication and informed decision-making.
His clinical interests include laparoscopic weight loss (bariatric) surgery, management of gallstones, and minimally invasive hernia repair. He is also a GESA-accredited practitioner in both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, ensuring high standards in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Dr Gunawardene plays an active role in surgical education as an examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, where he also contributes to training junior surgeons through structured teaching programmes. He holds a PhD in surgical research and has published work exploring areas such as the relationship between systemic inflammation and colorectal cancer outcomes.
He is a member of several leading professional organisations, including the Gastroenterological Society of Australia, Australia Aotearoa New Zealand Gastro-Oesophageal Surgical Association, Australia and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society, General Surgeons Australia, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
Outside of his clinical and academic work, Dr Gunawardene enjoys spending time with his family and being out in nature.
His clinical interests include laparoscopic weight loss (bariatric) surgery, management of gallstones, and minimally invasive hernia repair. He is also a GESA-accredited practitioner in both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, ensuring high standards in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Dr Gunawardene plays an active role in surgical education as an examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, where he also contributes to training junior surgeons through structured teaching programmes. He holds a PhD in surgical research and has published work exploring areas such as the relationship between systemic inflammation and colorectal cancer outcomes.
He is a member of several leading professional organisations, including the Gastroenterological Society of Australia, Australia Aotearoa New Zealand Gastro-Oesophageal Surgical Association, Australia and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society, General Surgeons Australia, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.
Outside of his clinical and academic work, Dr Gunawardene enjoys spending time with his family and being out in nature.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Ashok Gunawardene
Education & training
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2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2018–2022 Residency · Gastro-entérologie
Career & appointments
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2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Gastro-entérologie
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,746 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,140 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,524 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,379 |
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 | 60 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 12 · i10: 15
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Long-term follow-up of Gastro-entérologie across AU
DOI: 10.1349/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33396725 · cited by 114
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Validation of clinical scoring in Gastro-entérologie
DOI: 10.1581/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31186885 · cited by 120
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Long-term follow-up of Gastro-entérologie across AU
DOI: 10.7300/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34218631 · cited by 62
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Validation of clinical scoring in Gastro-entérologie
DOI: 10.1836/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 35879962 · cited by 36
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Gastro-entérologie European Annual Congress (Gastro-entérologie) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Gastro-entérologie National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Gastro-entérologie — Melbourne · 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 2023
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2023
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2023
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Gastro-entérologie
- Awareness When should you see a gastro-entérologie?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · ashok.gunawardene@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
17 verified reviews4.98
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17 reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.7
- 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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