
Dr Samapriya (Pasan) Hewawasam
Gastroenterology | Hepatology
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Clinical Interests
General gastroenterology and hepatology, functional gut disorders including
irritable bowel syndrome (IBD), oesophageal motility and reflux disorders and
upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy.
Biography
Dr Hewawasam is an experienced Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with dual
board certification in both Australia and Sri Lanka.
Dr Hewawasam completed his MBBS with Honours from the University of Ruhuna,
Sri Lanka in 2002, followed by a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of
Colombo, Sri Lanka in 2009.
He then undertook advanced training in Gastroenterology in Sri Lanka, gaining
invaluable experience before pursuing a fellowship year at the Alfred Hospital in
Melbourne, Australia.
After returning to Sri Lanka, he practiced as a board-certified Gastroenterologist
and Hepatologist. In 2020, Dr Hewawasam returned to Australia, where he was
accepted as a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in
2021, further solidifying his expertise and commitment to high standards in
gastroenterology and hepatology.
Dr Hewawasam prioritises patient-centred care, working closely with patients to
develop tailored treatment plans.
Hospitals affiliated
- Mater Private Hospital Redland