Shanela is a locally trained gastroenterologist. She studied medicine and completed her training in gastroenterology in WA.

In addition to being a general gastroenterologist, she did her sub-speciality training in the area of inflammatory bowel disease. Shanela has a keen interest for all aspects of general gastroenterology including gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, functional gut disorders, bowel cancer screening, coeliac disease and eosinophilic oesophagitis as well as inflammatory bowel disease.

Shanela is actively involved in research and international conference presentations in both general gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. She has a passion for teaching and holds a clinical educator and lecturer position at Curtin University Medical School. Shanela currently holds public appointments at Fiona Stanley Hospital and Fremantle Hospital.