Mr Shanthapriya Tellambura

Dr. Shanthapriya Tellambura is a General Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He was born in Sri Lanka and completed his undergraduate and postgraduate medical education there. Dr. Tellambura obtained his MBBS degree from the University of Ruhuna in 1991 and went on to train in various prominent teaching hospitals in Sri Lanka, including Colombo, Kandy, and Galle. In 1999, he obtained a Master of Surgery degree from the University of Colombo and became Board Certified as a consultant general surgeon in 2001.

Dr. Tellambura further honed his skills through post-fellowship training at the colorectal unit of Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney in 2001. After completing his training, he returned to Sri Lanka where he worked as a General Surgeon before relocating to Australia in June 2006. Since then, he has been serving as a General Surgeon at Swan Hill Hospital, where he has become an integral part of the medical team.

With a passion for his specialty, Dr. Tellambura focuses on performing procedures such as colonoscopy and gastroscopy. He is dedicated to providing the best possible care to his patients and stays up to date with the latest advancements in the field of General Surgery.

Dr. Tellambura is highly regarded by his colleagues and patients for his professionalism and compassionate approach. He prides himself on maintaining open and honest communication with his patients, ensuring that they are well-informed and involved in their own healthcare decisions.

In addition to his medical expertise, Dr. Tellambura is fluent in Sinhala, which enables him to effectively communicate with patients who may be more comfortable speaking in their native language.

With his extensive experience and commitment to patient care, Dr. Shanthapriya Tellambura is a respected General Surgeon who is dedicated to helping his patients achieve optimal health outcomes.