Dr Arunasalam Shyamala

Dr Arunsalam Shyamala is a highly skilled specialist in General Medicine and Infectious Diseases with extensive experience diagnosing, treating, and managing general medical conditions and infectious diseases. Her practice is focused on providing patient-centered care, where she brings in her expertise in evidence-based medicine. Dr Shyamala graduated with an MD in 2004 after completing her undergraduate training in Sri Lanka. Later, she moved to Australia to continue with her training, and in 2013 was awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians. With over 20 years of practical experience, she has managed diverse conditions in general and acute care, infectious diseases, tropical medicine as well as travel medicine.

Currently, Dr Shyamala serves as a Senior Consultant at Caboolture Hospital where she also trains and mentors young trainees and medical students in various aspects of general medicine and infectious diseases. Her membership of various local and international medical bodies, such as the Royal Australian College of Physicians, Australian Society for Infectious Disease, Infectious Diseases Society of America, it is an indication of her commitment to staying up-to-date with advances in medical knowledge and best practices.

Dr Shyamala permits direct admission of patients who are qualified to be admitted to Caboolture Private Hospital at the appropriate time, subject to bed availability. While admission during daylight hours is preferred, her services are available round the clock, provided there is bed space. Patients seeking to make admission arrangements should contact the Nurse In Charge at 5495 9468. However, in some instances, patients may need to be assessed by the emergency department before admission at the private hospital.