Hemamali Samaratunga is a urologist based in Brisbane, QLD. You’ll find the practice at the Corner of College and Cooper Roads, Brisbane QLD 4072. Urology is the branch of medicine that looks after problems with the urinary system, and in many cases it also covers male reproductive health.
In day-to-day care, her work covers a mix of long-term and urgent issues. This can include things like an enlarged prostate (BPH), urinary flow problems, and conditions such as urethral stricture. Sometimes symptoms can be subtle at first, then change over time. In many cases, getting checked early makes a big difference to how things turn out.
She also supports people dealing with cancers in the urinary tract and nearby areas. This includes prostate cancer, bladder cancer, urothelial cancer, and renal cancers such as renal cell carcinoma (RCC). At times, kidney tumours can be tricky to manage, and the plan often depends on the type and stage. She works through options with people, so they understand what’s happening and what the next step could be.
When surgery is needed, her clinical work includes procedures like prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and lymphadenectomy. There are also operations listed such as penectomy and related treatments. These are not small decisions, so it helps to have someone who can explain things clearly and stick with you through the process.
Her practice also includes conditions that are not always thought of as “urology” at first. For example, lichen sclerosus can affect the skin around the genital area and needs proper medical care. Some cases involve penectomy as part of treatment, depending on the situation. She also looks after people with anal cancer and less common tumour types, including chromophobe renal cell carcinoma, renal oncocytoma, and solitary fibrous tumour.
Even when the issue is complex, the goal stays pretty simple: careful assessment, practical management, and support through treatment. If you’re dealing with ongoing urinary symptoms, a new diagnosis, or you’re preparing for a procedure, Hemamali Samaratunga is there to help you make sense of the next steps.