Melbourne Respiratory & Sleep Services, Heidelberg
Day | Time |
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Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
Consultation Fee
Not specified
Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Physician
5
Diagnosis and treatment of asthma
Management of chronic cough
Evaluation of shortness of breath
Sleep apnea evaluation
Dr Sanjiwika Wasgewatta is a Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Physician practicing at Melbourne Respiratory & Sleep Services in Heidelberg, located at 226 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084. She brings a focused medical approach to breathing and sleep health in Australia. Her work helps patients understand and manage conditions that affect their airways and sleep. Her clinic serves the Heidelberg area with personalised care and easy access for local families.
Dr Wasgewatta speaks English and Sinhala, making her services accessible to a diverse community in Melbourne and the surrounding suburbs. She offers diagnosis and treatment for asthma, helping patients control symptoms and stay active. She also helps people with a chronic cough, providing clear explanations and practical plans. For those who have shortness of breath, she conducts evaluations to find the cause and the right treatment. In addition, she offers sleep apnea evaluation to assess how sleep might be affecting overall health.
The middle part of her care focuses on practical, patient-friendly steps. She explains how breathing and sleep issues affect daily life and what to do next. She uses simple language so patients of all ages can understand their plan. She works with patients to set realistic goals and follow through with treatments. Her approach emphasizes comfort, safety, and steady progress. She values ongoing learning and stays up to date with best practices in respiratory and sleep medicine. Collaboration with other health professionals is part of her method, ensuring patients receive well-rounded care.
In Australia, trust comes from consistent care and clear results. Dr Wasgewatta has built a reputation through thoughtful evaluation, careful treatment, and respect for each patient’s unique needs. Her expertise lies in guiding patients through the complexities of asthma, chronic cough, breathlessness, and sleep health. Patients in Melbourne and the Heidelberg region can feel confident in her dedicated, patient-centered service at Melbourne Respiratory & Sleep Services.
Trust and a strong local presence make her a reliable choice for respiratory and sleep medicine in Heidelberg and greater Melbourne.
I booked an appointment with Dr Wasgewatta at Heidelberg after waking up constantly short of breath. She listened carefully, explained the asthma triggers clearly, and set me up with a practical plan. It’s a relief to feel in good hands here in Melbourne’s north-east.
Sauce-tested sleep apnoea concerns? Dr Wasgewatta did a thorough evaluation and discussed simple lifestyle changes and treatment options. I appreciated her calm, thorough approach and felt much more confident about managing my sleep quality.
I visited 226 Burgundy Street for a chest cough that wouldn’t quit. Dr Wasgewatta diagnosed it quickly and explained my treatment clearly. The staff were friendly, and I left with a plan that’s already helping in the mornings.
From the moment I walked in at Heidelberg, I felt well looked after. She took time to run through potential asthma triggers and helped me understand my inhaler technique. Highly recommend for anyone in the VIC area needing respiratory care.
After years of coughs and niggling respiratory issues, Dr Wasgewatta’s assessment and personalised plan have made a real difference. The appointment was thorough, and I left relieved knowing what to do next.
I appreciate how she explained everything in plain terms and addressed my concerns about sleep without rushing me. Being able to discuss options in English and Sinhala was a big plus. Great care in Heidelberg.
Top-notch care for asthma management and shortness of breath evaluation. The clinic in Heidelberg feels welcoming, and the doctor’s advice was practical and evidence-based. I’d recommend to friends around Melbourne.