Born in Sri Lanka and now living in Australia, Dr Kawshalya Gunawardana brings over 15 years of medical experience across intensive care (ICU), anaesthesia and emergency medicine. Fluent in both Sinhala and English, Dr Gunawardana is able to connect with and care for people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

With a genuine passion for helping others and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives, Dr Gunawardana chose medicine as a way to support and improve the well-being of others. Throughout her career, she has come to appreciate that good healthcare is about more than treating physical illness. It is also about listening with compassion, understanding each person’s individual needs and supporting their overall well-being.

Beyond medical practice, Dr Gunawardana has a deep interest in spirituality and spiritual well-being. She believes that nurturing the mind, body and spirit can help people find greater balance, inner peace and resilience in their lives.

Dr Gunawardana’s approach to care is guided by compassion, respect and a belief in treating every person as a whole. She aims to create a welcoming space where people feel heard, understood and supported on their journey towards better health and well-being.