Lanka Hospitals celebrates successful inauguration of new Bariatric Centre and surpasses 250th successful surgery milestone

From left: Lanka Hospitals Group CEO Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunga, Consultant General Surgeon Prof. Thejana Wijeratne, Chief Marketing Officer Nimal Ratnayake, and Lanka Hospitals Deputy CEO and Director Medical Services Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara at the ceremonial ribbon-cutting ceremony 

Lanka Hospitals Group CEO Deepthi Lokuarachchi presenting a token-of-appreciation to Former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunga whilst (from left) Chief Marketing Officer Nimal Ratnayake (far right) and Deputy CEO and Director Medical Services Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara (far left) looks on

Lanka Hospitals Group CEO Deepthi Lokuarachchi speaking at the occasion

Lanka Hospitals Deputy CEO and Director Medical Services Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara speaking at the occasion

Consultant General Surgeon Prof. Thejana Wijeratne speaking at the occasion

Former Sri Lankan Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunga speaking at the occasion

Lanka Hospitals is delighted to announce the successful inauguration of 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 6 April, was attended by distinguished guests, medical professionals, and members of the media.

Lanka Hospitals Group CEO 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.”

Lanka Hospitals Deputy CEO and Medical Services Director Dr. Lasantha Karunasekera 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, emphasised the centre’s commitment to providing personalised 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.”

The successful inauguration of the new Bariatric Centre and the surpassing of the 250th successful surgery milestone are a 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.

As 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.”

More information about the new Bariatric Centre at Lanka Hospitals or scheduling an appointment, could be done by contacting 070 353 2090.