Lanka Hospitals celebrates 2025 milestones

Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa

Dr. Chrisantha Fernando

Dr. Sanjaya Ratnayake

Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC successfully hosted its exclusive Pulse of Excellence awards ceremony recently.

The event was organised to recognise and celebrate the institution’s remarkable milestone achievements and outstanding overall performance in 2025. 

The ceremony was graced by Health and Mass Media Minister and Chief Government Whip Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, who attended as the chief guest and delivered a special address. 

During his address, Dr. Jayatissa highlighted the institution’s profound contribution to the country, stating, “These achievements are now an integral part of the hospital’s enduring legacy and a testament to its vital role within our nation’s healthcare sector. Lanka Hospitals has consistently demonstrated that true medical excellence is achieved when world-class clinical standards are driven by a genuine, compassionate duty of care toward the people.”

Other distinguished dignitaries in attendance included Health Deputy Minister Dr. Hansaka Wijayamuni and Private Health Sector Development Director Dr. Priyantha Tennakoon. 

The evening highlighted Lanka Hospitals’ continued commitment to shaping the future of healthcare through a comprehensive awards programme, with accolades distributed across several key categories. In the area of financial and operational excellence, departments such as Cardiology, Bariatric Surgery, Neurosciences, Out Patient and Radiology were recognised for record-breaking performances in 2025. Notably, the Neurosciences Department was commended for achieving the highest number of advanced neurosurgical procedures during the year.

Furthermore, national and international excellence awards were presented to the Finance, Quality Assurance, Infection Prevention and Control and Marketing Departments. A significant highlight in this category was the hospital’s prestigious nomination by the World Health Organisation as the first private mentor hospital for antimicrobial stewardship in Sri Lanka. The ceremony also celebrated leadership and dedication. A highly anticipated Lifetime Service Excellence Award was presented to Chief Ward Master Sunil Gamage, in recognition of his enduring commitment and service. Additionally, special recognition was bestowed upon Lanka Hospitals Diagnostics (Pvt.) Ltd, in honour of its outstanding service excellence and exceptional financial performance throughout the year.

A major milestone of the evening was the official launch of the LHD Mobile Laboratory Service, which was ceremonially inaugurated during the event.

Chairman Maj. Gen. (Dr.) P.A. Chrisaantha Fernando (Retd) stated, “This achievement is never the effort of a single individual or just one department; it is the result of the unity and dedication of our entire staff.”

Group Chief Executive Officer and Group Director Medical Services Dr. Sanjaya Ratnayake noted, “These achievements go a long way and will be remembered far beyond tonight.”