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Specialist Pain Medicine Physician
MBBS, DCH, FRACGP, FFPMANZCA
Dr Poshi De Silva is an Australian trained pain medicine physician. He is dual-qualified in Pain Medicine and General Practice. He obtained his MBBS degree in 2005. Having completed his General Practice fellowship in 2018, he has undergone further specialty training in Pain Medicine at Princess Alexandra Hospital and Gold Coast Health Service and was awarded fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine, Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists in 2022.
Dr De Silva does private practice at Brisbane Private Hospital and Sunnybank Private Hospital in addition to his public engagement as a consultant in Pain Medicine at Princess Alexandra Hospital pain clinic.
Dr De Silva has experience in occupational medicine and injury management. He is a member of several professional associations including Spinal Interventional Society, European Pain Federation, Australian Pain Society and International Association of the Study of Pain (IASP). He also holds an academic title with University of Queensland as a senior lecturer.
Dr De Silva believes in holistic integrated patient care and utilises multidisciplinary, multimodal and interventional approaches for management of pain. His special interest areas includes management of low back pain, neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome, fibromyalgia and persistent post surgical pain.
Paediatrician with special interest in Allergy & Immunology
MBBS, FRACP
Dr Krishanthi Ariyawansa is an Australian trained paediatrician. She completed her basic and advanced training in paediatrics in both regional and metropolitan hospitals across Queensland including Queensland Children’s Hospital. Dr Ariyawansa graduated in Medicine from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal in 2005. Prior to moving to Australia in 2010 she has worked in India and Sri Lanka. Following completion of general paediatric training Dr Ariyawansa has completed 12 months of allergy and immunology training at Queensland Children’s Hospital.
Dr Krishanthi Ariyawansa has many years of experience in paediatrics and provides care to children from neonates to 18 years of age. She has experience in diagnosis and management of children with allergies, autoimmune and immunological conditions. Dr Krishanthi Ariyawansa has special interest in management of food allergies, eczema, asthma, allergic rhinitis, urticaria and angioedema in paediatric patients.
As a mother of 3 children of her own, Dr Krishanthi understands the challenges of parenthood and passionate about caring for children and families with allergic and immunological conditions to support them through their journey.
Physiotherapist
Prabhu Murali is a highly skilled and compassionate physiotherapist who brings a wealth of clinical expertise to his practice. With a strong academic background, including a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy and a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy specialising in Sports and Manual Therapy, Prabhu is well-equipped to provide exceptional care to his patients.
Registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA), Prabhu has completed additional training in pain management through the Faculty of Pain Medicine ANZCA. His modules include “The impact and management of psychological factors,” “Making an effective pain diagnosis: a whole person approach,” and “Pharmacology of pain medicine.” In 2024, Prabhu further expanded his skill set by completing the Mulligan Concept Upper Quadrant – Manual Therapy course in Gladstone.
Prabhu’s clinical expertise spans a wide range of areas, including pain management, manual therapy, exercise therapy, hydrotherapy, balance and gait training, and fall prevention programs. He is dedicated to helping his patients achieve their maximum potential by providing personalised, evidence-based treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.
With a deep understanding of the complexities of pain and the various factors that influence it, Prabhu takes a holistic approach to patient care. He believes in the importance of patient education and empowers his patients with knowledge about pain science to help them better understand their conditions and actively participate in their rehabilitation journey.
Prabhu offered physiotherapy services in Central Queensland, working with patients in aged care facilities and providing outpatient services. As a collaborative member of multidisciplinary teams, he ensures that his patients receive comprehensive and effective care tailored to their specific needs.
Prabhu’s commitment to his patients, combined with his extensive clinical experience and ongoing professional development, make him an exceptional physiotherapist who consistently delivers high-quality care and achieves outstanding outcomes for those under his care.
Physiotherapist
Khushbu Soni is an accomplished physiotherapist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). With a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and over three years of experience, Khushbu specialises in treating a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries, postoperative rehabilitation, neurological disorders, and geriatric care.
Khushbu’s hands-on approach to treatment incorporates advanced techniques such as Mulligan Mobilization with Movement, dry needling, and soft tissue mobilization. This allows her to effectively address joint pain, postural issues, and various injuries, providing both short-term relief and long-term recovery.
In addition to her physiotherapy expertise, Khushbu has completed advanced training in pain management through the Faculty of Pain Medicine ANZCA. This specialised training has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological factors impacting pain, as well as the skills to make effective pain diagnoses using a whole-person approach. Khushbu’s knowledge of pain medicine pharmacology further enhances her ability to provide holistic care for her patients.
With a strong commitment to improving mobility, strength, and function, Khushbu tailors her treatments to meet the unique needs of each individual. Whether you are recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or seeking to enhance your overall quality of life, Khushbu’s personalised approach ensures that you receive the highest level of care.
HAND THERAPY | PHYSIOTHERAPY
Based in Brisbane, Extend Rehabilitation is dedicated to caring for the hand and upper arm; including injuries to the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder and neck, as well as offering general musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Some of the conditions we treat include arthritis, nerve conditions, dislocations and fractures as well as all soft tissue, ligament and tendon injuries.
Whether your injury is the result of an accident, surgery, sports or repetitive strain, we take the time to listen to your needs, then work with you to develop an individualised treatment plan to have you on the road to recovery sooner.
Our highly trained and industry-respected Physiotherapists and Hand Therapists practise current, evidence-based techniques to ensure your injury heals, your pain decreases and your movement, strength and function is optimised as swiftly as possible. We work in consultation with Surgeons, GP’s, other Allied Health professionals and Insurers to deliver a comprehensive service to our patients.
Weekdays: 08:30am — 4:30pm
Suite 25, Sunnybank Specialist Centre, 245 McCullough St, Sunnybank QLD 4109
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