Durdans hospital has a wide range of services. Some of our services which are not highlighted on ‘discover medical specialties ‘and ‘Explore Facilities and Services’ can be found on this page. Please ask for assistance if you cannot find a specialty you are looking for from our customer care assistant staff online or by phone.
Other Specialties
The pulmonology, or respiratory medicine unit at Durdans hospital possesses one of the most advanced facilities in Sri Lanka. It has earned the trust of patients and doctors around the country with its team of expert consultants, dedicated staff, and direct access to the various departments of Durdans Hospital. The lung function lab at the facility is renowned in the region for conducting pulmonary and lung function tests. It is also the only facility in the country that undertakes diffusion tests.
Features
- 24 hour care for patients
- Access to advanced radiological imaging including CT scans
- Endoscopy and bronchoscopy procedures
- Close integration with cardio thoracic unit for bypass procedure
- Close integration with the ICU and Critical Care Unit
Chest Physicians
- Dr. Ravini De Silva Karunathilake
- Dr. Aflah Sadikeen
- Dr. S. Muhunthan
- Dr. Chandana Amarasinghe
- Dr. Bandu Ggunasena
- Dr. Channa D. Ranasinghe
- Dr. Eshanth Perera
- Dr. S.Rishikesavan
- Dr. Suharshi Silva
The Hematology Unit at Durdans is one of the most reputed facilities in the nation for the study and treatment of blood. It has an islandwide network of over 50 satellite labs that provide swift and comprehensive blood testing for thousands of people around the nation on a daily basis. The unit is directed by leading consultants, manned by a highly qualified staff, provides the full spectrum of blood testing, earning it a reputation for excellence over the decades.
Haematologists
- Dr (Mrs.) Mala Tudawe
- Dr. Hemali Goonasekera
- Dr. Chandima Thevarapperuma
- Dr (Mrs.) Mala Mangalika Jayathileke
- Dr. Nipunika Senadheera
- Dr. Saman Hewamana
Our immunology department is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for all kinds of conditions that affect immunity and the immune system. The closely integrated medical departments at Durdans Hospital allow for faster turnaround of tests and swift diagnoses. Our highly experienced staff and resident consultant are available to make certain that patients receive the best care and attention for holistic recovery.
Immunologist
- Dr. Rajive De Silva
Immunologist/Physician
- Prof. Anura Weerasinghe
The Laparoscopic Surgical Unit at Durdans Hospital is at the forefront of advancements in non-invasive surgical procedures also known as ‘keyhole surgery’. Fully equipped with the latest laparoscopic surgical technology and facilities possessed by the unit, our expert surgeons can perform a range of non-invasive surgical procedures that have changed thousands of lives over the years. The department’s consultants consist of renowned surgeons and gynecologists, and are assisted by an experienced and highly trained staff to ensure patients receive comprehensive and devoted care.
Among the procedures we execute are:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gall bladder, gall stones etc.)
- Laparoscopic appendicectomy (removal of appendix)
- Laparoscopic herniotomy (hernia related procedures)
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight loss surgical procedure)
- Oncological laparoscopy (removal of tumors)
- Gynecological procedures
Laparoscopic surgery give patients various benefits such as:
- Significantly less pain
- Less blood loss
- Minimal scarring
- Faster recovery process
Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon/Surgeon
- Dr. Dushan Fernando
Laparoscopy And Colorectal Surgeon
- Dr. Wasantha Wijenayake
At Durdans, we believe in the critical importance of mental health in leading a healthy lifestyle. Our mental health unit has been providing reliable services for people over the years and aided them in transforming their lives and outlook with comprehensive, quality, and holistic care.
Our Services
- Psychosocial care
- Clinical psychology
- General counselling
- Psychiatric consultation
Psychiatrists
- Dr Shehan Williams
- Dr A.K.A Aruni Abeysinghe
- Dr Jagath Bandara
- Dr Usha.P. Gunawardena
- Dr Samudra Kathriarachchi
- Dr. Udena Ruwindu Attygale
- Dr. D. Pedi Durayalage Wijesinghe
- Dr Nalaka Mendis
- Dr (Mrs.) Ranjani Senevirathn
- Dr. Chandra Damayanthi Liyanapatabendi
Psychologists
- Ms Chrishara Paranawithana
- Ms Madhu Munasinghe
- Ms Charmaine Hirimuthugoda
- Mrs. Hirimuthugoda
- Ms. Achini Ranasinghe
- Ms. Hajara Sadam
- Ms. Tina Solomons
- Ms. Krishara Paranavithana
Rheumatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on treating all types of joint diseases. At Durdans, our panel of expert rheumatologists are capable of treating a broad array of conditions including:
- Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis and other forms of inflammatory arthritides
- Long term back pain
- Neck and shoulder related pain
- Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus)
- Connective tissue disorders like systemic sclerosis Vasculitis
- Osteoporosis (Brittle bone) related bone pain
Rheumatologists
- Dr. Kaleel Cassim
- Dr (Mrs.) Jeevani Rubasinghe
- Dr. Lilani P. Weerasekara
- Dr. Lalith S Wijayaratne
- Dr. J.V. Ariyasingha
- Dr. Inoshi Atukorala
- Dr. Himantha Atukorala
Our specialists care for male and female patients of all ages with venereal diseases including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections diseases of the skin. We also treat patients with sexually transmitted diseases, herpes genitalis, warts in the genitalia etc.
S.T.D
- Dr (Mrs.) Iyanthi Abeywickrama
- Dr. Kulasiri Buddhakorala
- Dr (Mrs.) Sujatha Samarakoon
Sexual Medicine
- Dr. Lasantha Malavige
At Durdans, our renowned thoracic surgeons offer consultation and surgical management to the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment wide range of disorders and diseases involving the airway, lung, chest wall, pleura (inside lining of the chest wall), mediastinum, diaphragm, and foregut (esophagus and stomach).
Our specialists provide a complete range of services, from initial evaluation and management to highly-specialized consultation for rare and complex diseases and minimally-invasive procedures, by working closely with other specialties, including pulmonologists, oncologists, radiologists and gastroenterologists.
Cutting-edge surgical treatment is offered for a wide range of diseases including:
- Advanced lung disease
- Benign (non-cancer) esophageal conditions
- Myasthenia gravis
- Chest wall and diaphragm disorders
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- Minimally invasive surgeries
Thoracic Surgeons
- Dr. Dhammike Rasnayake
- Dr. D.M.S. Handagala
At Durdans, we are committed to giving you comprehensive care through a multi-disciplinary approach including a wide range of medical therapy, diagnostic procedures, interventional endovascular, minimally invasive procedures, and surgical reconstruction.
Our team provides comprehensive state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for the entire spectrum of circulatory disorders, from medical management to minimally invasive endovascular therapy to conventional open surgery.
- Aortic aneurysms including abdominal, thoracic, and complex thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms
- Peripheral arterial aneurysms including femoral aneurysms and popliteal aneurysms
- Cerebrovascular disease including carotid artery stenoses and vertebral artery disease, and stroke prevention
- Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAD)
- Vein disorders
Vascular And Transplant Surgeons
- Dr. Ruwan Fonseka
- Dr. Joel Arudchelvam
- Dr. Charith W. Weerasignhe
- Dr. Thanoj Fernando
- Dr. Nalaka Gunawansa
- Dr. Rezni Cassim
- Dr. Ranjuka Ubayasiri
- Dr. Aruna Prasanna Weerasuriya
Vascular Surgeons
- Dr. Daminda Rajamanthri
- Dr. Thanoj Fernando
- Dr. Nalaka Gunawansa
- Dr. Ruwan Dissanayake
The Durdans virology department is comprehensively equipped to treat a range of viral medical conditions. With the state of the art laboratory facilities and direct access to all the other medical departments at Durdans Hospital, our virology department has earned the trust of thousands of patients around the country by providing swift diagnoses and effective treatments.
Conditions/ patients we are treating
- Animal bites, ailments of liver(Hepatitis), chickenpox rash
- Those who are exposed to measles, rubella
- Pregnant mothers who are exposed to CMV, chicken pox, rubella, measles
- Renal transplant and bone marrow transplant patients who need to follow up on BK, CMV and other viruses
- Congenitally infected CMV babies
Virologist
- Dr. Jude Jayamaha
