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The Sri Lanka Medical Association is the oldest and most prestigious professional medical association in Sri Lanka. It is widely considered the apex of all medical associations in Sri Lanka. The SLMA is the oldest professional medical association in Asia and Australasia with a history dating from 1887 with the then 'The Ceylon Branch of The British Medical Association' finally evolving into the 'Sri Lanka Medical Association' in 1972. We encourage all users of this page to share and discuss relevant non-commercial content in relation to medicine and health in Sri Lanka.
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Saluting the wisdom, courage and commitment of women who steer our health system forward...Happy International Women's D...
08/03/2026

Saluting the wisdom, courage and commitment of women who steer our health system forward...
Happy International Women's Day!



Pic courtesy : WHO Sri Lanka

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! The Sri Lankan Medical and Dental Association – UK invites medical and dental professionals to submi...
05/03/2026

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! The Sri Lankan Medical and Dental Association – UK invites medical and dental professionals to submit abstracts for our upcoming Spring Scientific Meeting. We are looking forward to showcasing your research, audits, innovations, and clinical work!

💻 Theme: 'From Data to Decisions: Transforming Care Through Technology'
🗓️ Meeting Date: 3rd May 2026
⏳ Submission Deadline: 31st March 2026

How to submit:
1️⃣ Scan the QR codes on the flyer to download the abstract submission guidelines and the official submission form.
2️⃣ Submit your completed abstracts via email to: ✉️ mahengonsal@gmail.com

Don't miss this opportunity to share your valuable work with the community!

The Sri Lanka Medical Library will host its Inaugural Conference on “History of Medicine in Sri Lanka: Reimagining a New...
05/03/2026

The Sri Lanka Medical Library will host its Inaugural Conference on “History of Medicine in Sri Lanka: Reimagining a New Discipline.”

This special conference is organized to coincide with the 182nd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Medical Library, bringing together scholars and professionals to explore and reimagine the study of medical history in Sri Lanka.

Call for Abstracts – Coming Soon

Submission Deadline: 31st March 2026
Conference Date: 1st June 2026

Stay tuned for further details and the official call for abstracts.

The February 2026 edition of The SLMA Monthly Newsletter is now available.This issue features highlights from the Colomb...
05/03/2026

The February 2026 edition of The SLMA Monthly Newsletter is now available.

This issue features highlights from the Colombo North Regional Meeting 2026, with the cover story focusing on “Fostering a Culture of Collaborative Growth.” The newsletter also includes articles on building a climate-resilient health sector in Sri Lanka, insights on the Nipah virus, and recent research from tertiary care maternity hospitals in Colombo.

Read the latest updates, research, and perspectives from the Sri Lanka Medical Association in this month’s issue.

For more details and to access the publication, visit: www.slma.lk

Join us for the SLMA Saturday Talk! We are discussing”Dyslipidemia: Clinical Approach” with Dr Gayana Amiyangoda this we...
04/03/2026

Join us for the SLMA Saturday Talk!

We are discussing
”Dyslipidemia: Clinical Approach” with Dr Gayana Amiyangoda this week. Don't miss this expert session!

📅 Date 07th March 2026
🕕 Time 6:00 - 6:45 p.m

Tap the Zoom link below to join: 👇
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82242895909?pwd=yjekLJ9QvMV2AB7LKoepF0D8vpylmz.1

Meeting ID: 822 4289 5909
Passcode: 487786

The Sri Lanka Medical Association in collaboration with the Sri Lanka College of Haematologists presents the Monthly Cli...
04/03/2026

The Sri Lanka Medical Association in collaboration with the Sri Lanka College of Haematologists presents the Monthly Clinical Meeting on 13th March from 12.30 PM to 2.00 PM at the SLMA Auditorium.

Join us for three insightful sessions:
• Approach to Persistent Fever with Cytopenias – Dr Vindhya Neelawathura
• Decoding the Full Blood Count: An Interactive Session on Rational Investigation Pathways – Dr Nadeeshani Ediriwickrama
• Red Flags of HLH: When Fever Signals a Life Threatening Condition – Dr A.M. Piumanthi Karunarathne

CPD Points will be awarded.
Refreshments will be provided.

Join via Zoom.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81350231868?pwd=ch7IEmwwU5ZFKpjDv0bfpaatNTCUku.1

Meeting ID: 813 5023 1868
Passcode: 676238

For online registration, visit: https://slma.lk

Call for Abstracts: SLMA 139th Anniversary International Medical Congress 2026The Sri Lanka Medical Association invites ...
03/03/2026

Call for Abstracts: SLMA 139th Anniversary International Medical Congress 2026
The Sri Lanka Medical Association invites medical professionals and researchers to submit abstracts for our upcoming congress, taking place July 22–25, 2026.
Selected abstracts will be published in a Special Edition of the Ceylon Medical Journal.
Deadline to submit: April 30, 2026.
Scan the QR codes on the flyer or visit slma.lk/abstracts to review the guidelines and submit your research.
Contact us: office@slma.lk | +94 11 269 3324

The Sri Lanka Medical Association proudly announces the International Medical Congress 2026, marking 139th Anniversary.📅...
02/03/2026

The Sri Lanka Medical Association proudly announces the International Medical Congress 2026, marking 139th Anniversary.

📅 Dates: 22nd – 25th July 2026
📍 Venue: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

We invite submissions for the following orations:
• SLMA Oration
• Dr S C Paul Oration
• Dr S Ramachandran Oration
• Prof N D W Lionel Oration
• Murugesar Sinnetamby Oration
• Sir Nicholas Attygalle Oration
• Sir Marcus Fernando Oration

🗓 Submission Deadline: 30th April 2026
Please note that deadlines will not be extended.

Scan the QR code for guidelines or visit: conference.slma.lk/

Join us for this prestigious gathering of medical professionals as we celebrate excellence, knowledge, and service to the nation.

Join us for the SLMA Saturday Talk! 🩺We are discussing”Peripheral Arterial Disease” with Thushan Gooneratne this week. D...
26/02/2026

Join us for the SLMA Saturday Talk! 🩺

We are discussing
”Peripheral Arterial Disease” with Thushan Gooneratne this week. Don't miss this expert session!

📅 Date 28th Feb 2026
🕕 Time 6:00 - 6:45 p.m

Tap the Zoom link below to join: 👇
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88305055509?pwd=GNGhknRYgT8RmhH2sTY8EQKVgYbbJF.1

Meeting ID: 883 0505 5509
Passcode: 302170

Spotted at the Medical Charity Dinner – “Healing Hands” hosted by the Sri Lanka Medical Association.An elegant evening o...
24/02/2026

Spotted at the Medical Charity Dinner – “Healing Hands” hosted by the Sri Lanka Medical Association.
An elegant evening of purpose, unity, and generosity, held at the Imperial Court, Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo. The event brought together distinguished guests and well-wishers in support of those affected by Cyclone Ditwa.
We extend our sincere appreciation to all sponsors, performers, and attendees whose contributions made this meaningful evening a success.

Inaugural Annual Academic Sessions – Chilaw Clinical Society 2026In collaboration with the Sri Lanka Medical Association...
18/02/2026

Inaugural Annual Academic Sessions – Chilaw Clinical Society 2026
In collaboration with the Sri Lanka Medical Association

📅 10th & 11th March 2026
📍 DGH Chilaw

Under the theme “Bridging Care: Advancing Clinical Excellence through Collaboration”, the Chilaw Clinical Society proudly presents its Inaugural Annual Academic Sessions featuring an inspiring and comprehensive scientific programme.

🔹 Inauguration Ceremony – 10th March 2026
(Main Auditorium, DGH Chilaw – By Invitation Only)

🔹 Main Scientific Session – 11th March 2026
A full day of insightful lectures, symposia, interactive case discussions, and academic quiz sessions covering:
• Non-communicable diseases
• Advances in diabetes & cardiology
• Paediatric essentials
• Snakebite management
• Primary care essentials
• Infection control & nutrition
• Wound management & more

🔹 Parallel Sessions – 11th March 2026
👩‍⚕️ For Nursing Officers – Auditorium, Ministry of Fisheries, Chilaw
💊 For Pharmacists – Old Auditorium, DGH Chilaw

These tailored sessions will address practical, up-to-date clinical knowledge essential for multidisciplinary healthcare practice.

🎓 Chilaw Clinical Society Academic Quiz
🍽 Lunch & Networking Opportunities
☕ Tea Sessions

✨ Registration is completely FREE!!!

For registration (Doctors Only – Scan QR code) and inquiries:
• Main Scientific Session – Dr Thushan Madhawa (0710387420)
• Nursing Officers Session – Ms Asinsa Madhurawala (0714197795)
• Pharmacists Session – Ms Padmini Ekanayake (0777471943)
• Other inquiries – Dr Geethika Manchanayake (0773511261)

Join us as we bring together clinicians, nurses, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals to strengthen collaboration and advance clinical excellence in Sri Lanka.

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No. 06, Wijerama Mawatha, Colombo 07
Colombo
00700

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30

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+94112693324

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