Our Team
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Dr. Saman Gunawardana
GENERAL PRACTITIONER (MBBS FRACGP)
Dr. Sam is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
He obtained his medical degree in Sri Lanka in 1998.
He has extensive clinical experience both in Hospital and General Practice settings.He has worked in General Surgery Internal Medicine, Transfusion Medicine, Rural and remote Health and Urological surgery in the hospital setting.
He has research interests in Urology and has publications for his name.
Dr. Sam brings in a wealth of General Practice experience spanning over 22 years. He has worked in the rural Northern Territory of Australia and also in Metropolitan Melbourne. His special interests are Chronic disease, Paediatrics, Urology, Skin Cancer, Minor surgery and Men’s health. He has a very friendly and approachable disposition.
Languages: English, Sinhalese
Dr. Sam brings in a wealth of General Practice experience spanning over 22 years. He has worked in the rural Northern Territory of Australia and also in Metropolitan Melbourne. His special interests are Chronic disease, Paediatrics, Urology, Skin Cancer, Minor surgery and Men’s health. He has a very friendly and approachable disposition.
Languages: English, Sinhalese
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Dr. Thushari Weerakoon
GENERAL PRACTITIONER (MBBS FRACGP)
Education: Graduated medical school in Sri Lanka – 2001.Is a Fellow of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Experience:Over 10 years overseas experience in general practice, obstetrics and gynaecology, surgery and anaesthesia.
Over 10 years experience as a general practitioner in Australia
Special interests:Iron infusion Gynaecology and obstetricsIUCD insertion and removalImplanon insertion and removalFamily planning adviceCervical smearsPre conception care, Antenatal care, Postnatal careChronic disease managementPaediatricsMinor surgical procedures – wedge resections, lipoma and mole excisionSkin checks - excision and biopsyMental health care plans
Languages:English, Sinhalese
Experience:Over 10 years overseas experience in general practice, obstetrics and gynaecology, surgery and anaesthesia.
Over 10 years experience as a general practitioner in Australia
Special interests:Iron infusion Gynaecology and obstetricsIUCD insertion and removalImplanon insertion and removalFamily planning adviceCervical smearsPre conception care, Antenatal care, Postnatal careChronic disease managementPaediatricsMinor surgical procedures – wedge resections, lipoma and mole excisionSkin checks - excision and biopsyMental health care plans
Languages:English, Sinhalese
Dr. Pujitha De Silva
GENERAL PRACTITIONER (MBBS FRACGP)
Dr Pujitha De Silva is dedicated to delivering wholistic patient-centred care.
Having over 27 years’ experience and 15 years of being in Australia, mostly in rural areas, he now loves living and working in rural towns. After graduating in Sri Lanka, his first job was as an Anaesthetist.
His special interests include Family medicine, Neurology, Skin medicine and Mental health, offering counselling.
Interests include art, listening to music, walking in nature and watching movies, he is spiritual by nature and enjoys meditation. He aspires to learn more about alternative ways to healing.
Areas of Interest
Wholistic Approach, connecting with the PatientGeneral Family MedicineSkin Cancer Checks & RashesMental Health Management (Adult & Adolescent)Prenatal/Postnatal CareDiabetes, Arthritis, Heart Disease
He does not prescribe opioid medications for chronic pain except for cancer patients.
Languages: English, Sinhalese
Having over 27 years’ experience and 15 years of being in Australia, mostly in rural areas, he now loves living and working in rural towns. After graduating in Sri Lanka, his first job was as an Anaesthetist.
His special interests include Family medicine, Neurology, Skin medicine and Mental health, offering counselling.
Interests include art, listening to music, walking in nature and watching movies, he is spiritual by nature and enjoys meditation. He aspires to learn more about alternative ways to healing.
Areas of Interest
Wholistic Approach, connecting with the PatientGeneral Family MedicineSkin Cancer Checks & RashesMental Health Management (Adult & Adolescent)Prenatal/Postnatal CareDiabetes, Arthritis, Heart Disease
He does not prescribe opioid medications for chronic pain except for cancer patients.
Languages: English, Sinhalese
Dr. Dulan Kodikara
SPORTS & EXERCISE PHYSIOTHERAPIST (PhD)
Dr. Dulan is a highly esteemed specialist Sports Physiotherapist with the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) title. With over 17 years of experience, he is a distinguished academic, PhD scholar, and highly skilled clinician.
Dr. Dulan holds a Doctorate in Cricket Injury Epidemiology from Federation University, Australia, and has earned double master’s degrees in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia (UniSA). In 2010, he completed a training fellowship with the Dutch (Netherlands) Olympic and Soccer Medical Teams. His passion for research is evident, particularly in the field of cricket injuries, and he has recently had his work published in two prestigious international sports science and sports medicine journals.
Dr. Dulan's expertise primarily lies in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy. He recently served as the lead sports and exercise physiotherapist for the Galle Marvels franchise in the Lanka Premier League T20. Currently, he is part of the Sports Science and Sports Medicine (SSSM) team at Cricket Australia, where he maintains strong connections with various elite sports organizations. Additionally, he is a Level 1 Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA).
Languages:English, Sinhalese
Dr. Dulan holds a Doctorate in Cricket Injury Epidemiology from Federation University, Australia, and has earned double master’s degrees in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia (UniSA). In 2010, he completed a training fellowship with the Dutch (Netherlands) Olympic and Soccer Medical Teams. His passion for research is evident, particularly in the field of cricket injuries, and he has recently had his work published in two prestigious international sports science and sports medicine journals.
Dr. Dulan's expertise primarily lies in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy. He recently served as the lead sports and exercise physiotherapist for the Galle Marvels franchise in the Lanka Premier League T20. Currently, he is part of the Sports Science and Sports Medicine (SSSM) team at Cricket Australia, where he maintains strong connections with various elite sports organizations. Additionally, he is a Level 1 Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA).
Languages:English, Sinhalese