As cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) become widespread in Sri Lanka, the need for preventative cardiac care has become the need of the hour. Stressful work environments and sedentary lifestyles may contribute to main risk factors for CVD such as raised blood pressure, Diabetes, cholesterol and obesity. By bringing together cardiac services onto one site, Durdans Heart…
According to the latest statistics, the prevalence diabetes in Sri Lanka had dramatically increased, especially among the urban population. Overweight and lack of exercise were the main causes of diabetes among children, while family history, food habits and obesity were the main causes among adults. The Durdans Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic is dedicated to preventing complications that…
Busy lifestyles can take its toll on the health and wellbeing of individuals from young adults to professionals and families. The Executive Wellness Centre at Durdans Hospital is a dedicated one-stop facility providing comprehensive multiphase health screening services, preventive care and lifestyle management essential for the early detection and management of diseases. The newly refurbished Executive Wellness…
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in Sri Lanka. Heart disease includes stroke and other cardiovascular diseases, with coronary artery disease (CAD) being the most common. The increasing prevalence of sedentary lifestyles among individuals, along with poor nutrition and eating habits and rising cholesterol levels, is a lethal…
The cancer incidence reports suggest that of all cancer types, Sri Lankan females are most susceptible to breast cancer. The probability of development occurs in one in every nine females in Sri Lanka. However, this does not mean that it is a disease affecting only women. Out of the 2,300-2,500 total cases reported last year,…
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) operations are one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures worldwide. Progressive advances in surgical techniques and perioperative care has led to an increasing number of patients undergoing bypass surgery during the past decade. The saphenous vein graft has been widely accepted as the conduit of choice for myocardial revascularization,…
Minimally invasive computer-assisted procedure for less post-operative pain and a faster recovery Osteoarthritis (OA) represents a major health issue in Sri Lanka. It can affect any joint, but it occurs most often in knees, hips, lower back and neck. According to recent estimates, the number of arthroplasties performed annually in Sri Lanka has doubled in…
In a bid to contribute towards the betterment of community health and to encourage a culture of preventive healthcare, Durdans hospital will be launching a campaign to offer free OPD consultations to the public. The free OPD consultation will be on offer for three days, from Monday 25th September till Wednesday 27th September between 10a.m to 4…
Championing an ambitious re-development and remodelling programme aimed at optimising healthcare delivery, Durdans Hospital opened its new purpose-built car park building to the public, which will be accessible via Alfred Place, adjoining R. A. De Mel Mawatha. The multi-storey, 22-split level car park building is considered as the only standalone car park building in Colombo that…
Sri Lanka’s very first healthcare institution to be endorsed with a Gold Seal of Approval by the world’s leading accreditation entity, Joint Commission International announced today that it is stepping into new horizons with the repositioning of its corporate brand, culture, mindset and approach to tangibly transform the landscape of healthcare in the country. Durdans…