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Dr. Ashok Gunawardene

Geverifieerd Maag-darm-leverziekten Melbourne

Dr. Ashok Gunawardene

4 jaar ervaring 5.0 (17 geverifieerde recensies)

9,253+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Ashok Gunawardene at a glance

Dr. Ashok Gunawardene is a Maag-darm-leverziekten practitioner based in Melbourne, Australië, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 17+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Melbourne, Australië and the surrounding area.

Over

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.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr. Ashok Gunawardene

Opleiding & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Melbourne (AU)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Maag-darm-leverziekten
    Universitat de València, Melbourne (AU)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Maag-darm-leverziekten

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-172254 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Maag-darm-leverziekten
#EB-07747D24 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 1,746
Annual physical exam 99395 1,140
Vaccination administration 90471 2,524
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,379

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
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

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Ashok Gunawardene
HEADSHOT
Ashok Gunawardene in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ashok Gunawardene with the team
WITH TEAM
Ashok Gunawardene at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 90s
Meet Ashok Gunawardene

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 12 · i10: 15

  1. Long-term follow-up of Maag-darm-leverziekten across AU
    Ashok Gunawardene, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.1349/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33396725 · geciteerd door 114
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Maag-darm-leverziekten
    Ashok Gunawardene, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1581/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31186885 · geciteerd door 120
  3. Long-term follow-up of Maag-darm-leverziekten across AU
    Ashok Gunawardene, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7300/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34218631 · geciteerd door 62
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Maag-darm-leverziekten
    Ashok Gunawardene, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.1836/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 35879962 · geciteerd door 36

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • Practical updates in Maag-darm-leverziekten European Annual Congress (Maag-darm-leverziekten) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Maag-darm-leverziekten National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Maag-darm-leverziekten — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2023

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Maag-darm-leverziekten
  • Awareness When should you see a maag-darm-leverziekten?

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · ashok.gunawardene@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

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Patiëntbeoordelingen

17 geverifieerde recensies
4.98
★★★★⯨
17 recensies
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
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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Recente recensies

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. Ashok Gunawardene's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Ashok Gunawardene treats, with the size of the national pool of Australië doctors offering the same care.

Maag-darm-leverziekten

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Melbourne matters

Medical practice in Australië is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australië medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Melbourne carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Ashok Gunawardene specialise in?

    Ashok Gunawardene specialises in Maag-darm-leverziekten in Melbourne, AU. 17 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Ashok Gunawardene treat?

    Ashok Gunawardene treats conditions within Maag-darm-leverziekten. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ashok Gunawardene practise?

    Ashok Gunawardene practises in Melbourne, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Ashok Gunawardene speak?

    Ashok Gunawardene speaks English.

  • How do I book an appointment with Ashok Gunawardene?

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  • What do patients say about Ashok Gunawardene?

    Ashok Gunawardene has a verified rating of 4.98/5 from 17 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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