Dr Indunil Weerasena

Dr Indunil Weerasena is an esteemed and locally trained medical oncologist based in Bunbury, Western Australia. He currently practices at St John of God Bunbury Hospital and provides visiting consultations to the Busselton region through St John of God Health Care.

Dr Weerasena completed his physician training at Charles Gairdner Hospital and Royal Perth Hospital. Subsequently, he pursued specialist medical oncology training at Fiona Stanley Hospital and Charles Gairdner Hospital, ultimately attaining the esteemed status of a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.

During his advanced training in medical oncology at Fiona Stanley Hospital, Dr Weerasena was honored with a Cancer Research Fellowship by the WA Cancer and Palliative Care Network program. Through this fellowship, he made significant contributions to cancer research by identifying a highly aggressive and challenging-to-detect form of breast cancer.

Throughout his professional journey, Dr Weerasena has actively engaged in numerous research projects and has showcased his expertise through multiple locally and internationally published research works. He has a particular interest in breast cancers, gynecological cancers, lung cancers, gastrointestinal cancers, and urological cancers.

Dr Weerasena's clinical proficiency is demonstrated through his broad knowledge and experience in managing various solid tumor malignancies. He is renowned for his expertise in breast cancers, lung cancers, gastrointestinal cancers, melanoma, and urothelial and prostate cancers.

In recognition of his contributions to the field of oncology, Dr Weerasena has received several accolades, including the prestigious WA Cancer Council Research Grant Award in 2020. Furthermore, he has actively participated in the development of cancer treatment protocols to support healthcare professionals across Australia.

Dr Weerasena is an active member of leading international and national clinical oncological societies and tumour boards, where he actively collaborates with other experts to improve patient care and advance the understanding of cancer.

With a compassionate and holistic approach to patient care, Dr Indunil Weerasena consistently demonstrates his commitment to providing excellent medical attention to his patients. His dedication to delivering personalized and comprehensive care contributes to his reputation as a trusted and caring medical oncologist.