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A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam

Geverifieerd Maag-darm-leverziekten Pennant Hills

A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam

5 jaar ervaring 4.9 (198 geverifieerde recensies)

3,100+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
2
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam at a glance

A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam is a Maag-darm-leverziekten practitioner based in Pennant Hills, Australië, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 22+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Pennant Hills, Australië and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Associate Professor Viraj Kariyawasam is a senior Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, and Endoscopist with academic appointments at Macquarie University and Western Sydney University. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Colombo in 2003 and obtained his Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2011. As well as this in 2019 he completed a PhD at the University of Sydney.
A/Prof Kariyawasam undertook specialist gastroenterology training across Gosford, Westmead, and Concord Hospitals, with further subspecialty training in advanced therapeutic endoscopy. He also completed a clinical research fellowship in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in the United Kingdom, expanding his expertise in complex IBD management and endoscopic therapy.
His clinical practice spans the full scope of gastroenterology and liver disease, with particular focus on IBD, advanced endoscopic procedures, and cancer prevention. He has significant experience in cancer screening and surveillance, including early detection of colorectal, oesophageal, and gastric cancers, as well as the endoscopic removal of large polyps and precancerous lesions.
Actively involved in teaching and research, A/Prof Kariyawasam is widely published and supports initiatives such as Open Access endoscopy to enhance accessibility for patients.

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

— A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam

Opleiding & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Pennant Hills (AU)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Maag-darm-leverziekten
    Universidad de Navarra, Pennant Hills (AU)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Maag-darm-leverziekten

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-225736 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Maag-darm-leverziekten
#EB-E3870984 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 50
Annual physical exam 99395 1,452
Vaccination administration 90471 1,724
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,771

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 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Viraj Kariyawasam
HEADSHOT
Viraj Kariyawasam in consultation
IN OFFICE
Viraj Kariyawasam with the team
WITH TEAM
Viraj Kariyawasam at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 135s
Meet Viraj Kariyawasam

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 19 · i10: 10

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Maag-darm-leverziekten
    Viraj Kariyawasam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.4223/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 31018442 · geciteerd door 122
  2. Long-term follow-up of Maag-darm-leverziekten across AU
    Viraj Kariyawasam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3990/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36546672 · geciteerd door 80

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 · Pennant Hills · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Maag-darm-leverziekten — Pennant Hills · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2022

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Maag-darm-leverziekten 2026-03-06 · 5 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a maag-darm-leverziekten? 2026-01-28 · 8 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

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

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

198 geverifieerde recensies
4.93
★★★★⯨
198 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
4.8
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
98.0
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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

A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam 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.

A/Prof Viraj Kariyawasam is one of 722 maag-darm-leverziekten doctors indexed in Australië. Browse maag-darm-leverziekten doctors in Australië →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Pennant Hills 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 Pennant Hills 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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Veelgestelde vragen

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  • What does Viraj Kariyawasam specialise in?

    Viraj Kariyawasam specialises in Maag-darm-leverziekten in Pennant Hills, AU. 22 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Viraj Kariyawasam treat?

    Viraj Kariyawasam treats conditions within Maag-darm-leverziekten. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Viraj Kariyawasam practise?

    Viraj Kariyawasam practises in Pennant Hills, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Viraj Kariyawasam speak?

    Viraj Kariyawasam speaks English, Sinhala.

  • How do I book an appointment with Viraj Kariyawasam?

    Use the "Request a booking" button on the profile to send an appointment request. Most appointments are confirmed within 24 hours; many slots are bookable instantly.

  • What do patients say about Viraj Kariyawasam?

    Viraj Kariyawasam has a verified rating of 4.93/5 from 198 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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