Dr Ashok Gunawardene

Dr Ashok Gunawardene is a Bariatric (Obesity) Surgeon, General Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon and Upper GI Surgeon in Epping, Victoria. He works at Epping Plaza Medical Centre, Shop 216, 571-583 High Street, Epping VIC 3076. He helps people with weight loss, stomach and gut problems, and common operations. He provides services like weight loss counseling, gastric band adjustment, hernia repair, appendectomy and upper endoscopy. He can guide you through both surgical and non-surgical options for a healthier body and better quality of life. His clinic is located in the Epping Plaza Medical Centre, making it easy to reach for people from nearby suburbs in Melbourne’s north.

Dr Gunawardene focuses on clear, practical care. He explains procedures in simple language so patients can understand their choices. He listens to concerns and answers questions with patience. He uses minimally invasive techniques when possible, such as laparoscopic surgery, to help patients recover faster. He supports patients before and after procedures, including weight loss plans and follow-up care. His approach values comfort, safety, and good results for each person.

Location matters to his patients. Epping is a busy suburb in Melbourne’s north, and the clinic is easy to reach from nearby areas like Thomaston, South Morang and Lalor. The team in the clinic works together to coordinate appointments, tests and follow-up visits. He collaborates with other healthcare professionals to make sure each patient gets complete care. For weight loss and bariatric care, he provides counseling and practical steps to help long-term changes. For surgical patients, he offers careful planning, gentle care in the hospital and clear aftercare instructions.

Patients trust Dr Gunawardene for his professional approach and solid reputation. His expertise covers both weight loss surgeries and general abdominal procedures. He is dedicated to ongoing learning and uses up-to-date methods to improve outcomes. If you need help with weight issues, hernia problems, or stomach procedures, you can rely on his experience and local care in Epping. His services aim to support healthier lives with clear advice, skilled surgery when needed, and compassionate patient support.