Dr Mari Kawamata

Dr Mari Kawamata is a highly qualified Specialist Anaesthetist dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centred perioperative care. She works closely with surgical teams to ensure that patients undergo their procedures with the highest level of comfort and safety. Understanding that undergoing surgery can be an anxious time, Dr Kawamata prioritises clear communication and reassurance, tailoring her anaesthetic plans to meet the unique medical and personal needs of each individual.

Dr Kawamata completed her medical education at the University of Melbourne, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 2009. Following her core medical training, she undertook specialist training in anaesthesia and successfully attained her Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA). She remains an active member of this professional college, ensuring her clinical practice aligns with the latest advancements and safety standards in the field.

Throughout her career, Dr Kawamata has developed key clinical interests in obstetric anaesthesia and the management of perioperative emergencies, such as anaphylaxis. She has contributed to clinical research, notably serving as a co-investigator in a multicentre study investigating maternal health outcomes and anaesthetic considerations for caesarean sections. Additionally, she is committed to professional education, sharing her expertise by facilitating workshops and presentations on critical topics like anaphylaxis management at major medical meetings.