BMed, FRACP, Fellowship in Perioperative Medicine for Older Patients
Dr Premachandra is an internationally-trained geriatrician with extensive experience in caring for older patients. After completing her medical training at St Vincent’s Hospital and Liverpool Hospital in Sydney, she further refined her skillset with a 12-month clinical fellowship in the innovative and award-winning Perioperative Medicine for Older People Undergoing Surgery (POPS) program at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS trust in London.
Her specialised expertise is in the management of cognitive impairment and dementia, as well as frailty, and falls and fracture prevention. In addition to these critical aspects of geriatrics, Dr Premachandra’s training enables her to offer geriatric-specific care for older patients undergoing a wide range of both elective and emergency surgical procedures. She is passionate about supporting surgical teams through shared decision-making and individualised perioperative management plans guided by the latest research and evidence, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Extending past her clinical work, she is dedicated to advancing clinical governance, having presented at numerous international conferences and contributed to medical research in both Australia and London. She currently holds the position of conjoint lecturer at the University of New South Wales.
Dr Premachandra is passionate about delivering comprehensive, individualised, and evidence-based care that empowers patients to actively participate in their health journey through shared decision-making and ensuring they have the knowledge and support needed to make informed choices that reflect their personal health-related goals.
Outside of her professional life, Dr Premachandra enjoys spending quality time with her family and staying active.
Dr Premachandra offers consultations both in-person and via telehealth at our French’s Forest practice.
Looking for a geriatrician in French’s Forest? Book your appointment with Dr Premachandra now.
