Lanka Hospitals recently inaugurated its new Bariatric Centre, coinciding with the celebration of surpassing the milestone of 250 successful Bariatric surgeries performed at the hospital. The inauguration ceremony, held on April 6, was attended by guests, medical professionals, and members of the media.
Former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain, Arjuna Ranatunga speaking on the occasion
Group CEO of Lanka Hospitals Deepthi Lokuarachchi, expressed his gratitude to the medical team and staff for their dedication and hard work in achieving this significant milestone. “The successful inauguration of our new Bariatric Centre and the surpassing of our 250th successful surgery mark a momentous occasion for Lanka Hospitals. We remain committed to providing world-class healthcare services and improving the overall health and well-being of our patients.”
Dr. Lasantha Karunasekera, Deputy CEO and Director Medical Services at Lanka Hospitals, highlighted the importance of bariatric surgery in addressing obesity and related metabolic disorders. “Bariatric surgery is a life-changing procedure that can significantly improve the quality of life for patients struggling with obesity. Our new Bariatric Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed by a team of highly experienced specialists, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.”
Prof. Thejana Wijeratne, Heading the Lanka Hospitals Bariatric Centre, emphasized the centre’s commitment to providing personalized care to each patient. “At Lanka Hospitals, our focus goes beyond average Bariatric surgeries. We have begun to meet more challenging Bariatric surgeries for patients experiencing other complex medical conditions, such as those being treated for acute kidney conditions. Our goal is to offer advanced care and treatments to improve the health and well-being of our patients.”
(From Left) – Deepthi Lokuarachchi – Group CEO Lanka Hospitals, Former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunga, Prof. Thejana Wijeratne – Consultant General Surgeon, Nimal Ratnayake – Chief Marketing Officer, Lanka Hospitals and Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara, Deputy CEO and Director Medical Services – Lanka Hospitals at the ceremonial ribbon-cutting ceremony
The successful inauguration of the new Bariatric Centre and the surpassing of the 250th successful surgery milestone are testament to Lanka Hospitals’ commitment to excellence in patient care and its dedication to providing the highest quality healthcare services to patients in Sri Lanka and beyond. The new Bariatric Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated waiting area where these special patients are completely separated from other areas of the hospital and from prying eyes. This waiting area is designed to be both comfortable and private, providing personalised care that respects their privacy.
The Guest-of-Honour at the inauguration, former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain, Arjuna Ranatunga, shared his personal experience with Bariatric surgery at Lanka Hospitals Bariatric Centre. He said, “I spent most of my adult life struggling with obesity, but thanks to Bariatric surgery at Lanka Hospitals Bariatric Centre, I have been able to resolve long-standing health issues and inconveniences. Problems like multiple sports injuries in the spine and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) that led me to seek medical intervention have now been completely resolved. The benefits I enjoy today are a result of undergoing Bariatric surgery, not just for myself but also for my son, daughter, and son-in-law. It’s truly been a life-changing experience for all of us.”
Deepthi Lokuarachchi – Group CEO Lanka Hospitals presenting a token-of-appreciation to Former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain, Arjuna Ranatunga (From Left) Nimal Ratnayake – Chief Marketing Officer, Lanka Hospitals (Far Right) and Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara, Deputy CEO and Director Medical Services – Lanka Hospitals (Far Left) look on
The audience at the launch of Lanka Hospitals new Bariatric Centre
