Dr. Duminda N. Wijeysundera, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAHA

Duminda N. Wijeysundera, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAHA is an anesthesiologist at University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and a leading figure in perioperative medicine and clinical epidemiology. He is appointed as Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine and the Elizabeth A. and Richard J. Currie Chair in Translational Anesthesia Research.

The research and clinical emphasis of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera falls on prediction and prevention of complications after major surgery, preoperative functional capacity assessment and myocardial injury after non-cardiac surgery.

An anesthesiologist is a medical doctor who manages anaesthesia and the physiological care of patients around surgery. The subspecialty work of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera lies in perioperative medicine and clinical epidemiology.

Quick Reference For Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

• Full Name And Credentials: Duminda N. Wijeysundera, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAHA
• Specialty: Anesthesiology
• Subspecialty Focus: Perioperative medicine and clinical epidemiology
• Current Position: Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine and the Elizabeth A. and Richard J. Currie Chair in Translational Anesthesia Research
• Institution: University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto
• Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Training And Board Certification Of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

The training record below is drawn from the institutional and society sources listed at the end of this profile.

• Medical Degree: MD, with specialist training in anesthesiology in Canada
• Doctorate: PhD in clinical epidemiology, Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto
• Specialist Certification: Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada; Fellow of the American Heart Association

Main Areas Of Expertise For Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

Published professional sources describe the clinical and academic work of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera as centred on:

• Prediction and prevention of complications after major surgery
• Preoperative functional capacity assessment
• Myocardial injury after non-cardiac surgery
• Days alive and out of hospital as a patient-centred outcome
• Health services research in perioperative care

Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera Professional Appointments

• Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, and Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto
• Staff Anesthesiologist, St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto
• Elizabeth A. and Richard J. Currie, O.C. Chair in Translational Anesthesia Research
• Head of Science, Applied Health Research Centre
• Scientist, Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, and Adjunct Scientist at ICES
• Co-lead of the PINNACLE research group on patient-centred innovation in anesthesia care
• Trustee and Board member, International Anesthesia Research Society
• Associate Editor, Anesthesiology, with editorial board roles at Circulation and the Canadian Journal of Anesthesia
• Member, American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association Task Force on Practice Guidelines

Notable Achievements Of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

• Fellow of the American Heart Association
• Endowed chair in translational anesthesia research
• Early Researcher Award, Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation, 2014
• Lead investigator of the METS study on functional capacity before non-cardiac surgery

Practice Setting For Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Clinical commitments at this institution are arranged through its departments and preoperative services. Confirm the current street address, department and telephone number with the institution before travelling, because academic appointments and clinic sites change.

Understanding Perioperative Medicine

Perioperative medicine looks at the whole surgical journey rather than the hours in theatre alone, from preparing a patient beforehand to recovery weeks later. Large randomised trials in this field test which drugs, fluids, temperatures and blood pressure targets genuinely improve survival and recovery. Findings from this work shape routine practice in hospitals worldwide.

Other Specialists In Perioperative Medicine

If you are comparing specialists, these anesthesiologists work in closely related areas:

• Dr. Kate Leslie, perioperative medicine at Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne
• Dr. Michael Avidan, perioperative outcomes research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Barnes-Jewish Hospital
• Dr. Monty Mythen, perioperative medicine at University College London
• Dr. Paul Myles, perioperative medicine at Alfred Hospital and Monash University

Browse the full anesthesiologist directory for more specialists.

How To Request An Appointment With Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

Anesthesiologists are usually brought into a patient’s care by a surgeon, a hospital preoperative clinic or a pain service rather than through direct booking. Insurance participation varies by hospital and by plan, and it changes over time. Check coverage with both the institution and your insurer before scheduling, and ask whether the named anesthesiologist will personally be involved in your care.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera

What does Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera specialise in?

Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera is an anesthesiologist whose work centres on perioperative medicine and clinical epidemiology. Particular areas of focus include prediction and prevention of complications after major surgery and preoperative functional capacity assessment.

Where does Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera practise?

Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera is based at University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Where did Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera go to medical school?

MD, with specialist training in anesthesiology in Canada. Full training details appear in the education section above.

What are the qualifications of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera?

Duminda N. Wijeysundera, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAHA. Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada; Fellow of the American Heart Association.

Is Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera board certified?

Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada; Fellow of the American Heart Association. Patients and referring clinicians should confirm current licensure and certification status directly with the relevant medical board or hospital.

What position does Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera hold?

Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera is Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine and the Elizabeth A. and Richard J. Currie Chair in Translational Anesthesia Research, based at University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto.

References And Sources For This Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera Profile

• University of Toronto Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine faculty profile
• Unity Health Toronto researcher profile
• Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto

How This Profile Of Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera Was Compiled

This profile was compiled from the public professional sources listed above, including institutional faculty pages, hospital provider directories and specialty society records. Credentials, appointments and awards were checked against at least two independent sources where available. Last reviewed on 30 October 2026.

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Disclaimer For This Perioperative Medicine Listing

Information only, not medical advice. Location, specialty, insurance and availability change, so confirm details with University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto.