Colombo, Sri Lanka - April 30, 2024 - Lanka Hospitals Academy, the esteemed healthcare education arm of Lanka Hospitals PLC, has reached a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new premises. The new facility, located at No. 657, Elvitigala Mawatha, Colombo 05, in the vicinity of the hospital, marks a new chapter in the academy's commitment to providing high-quality healthcare education and producing skilled professionals in various healthcare disciplines.

Mr. Deepthi Lokuarachchi, Group CEO of Lanka Hospitals PLC, expressed his pride in the academy's growth and development. He stated, "Lanka Hospitals is proud to be at a place where we are 'going places,' both literally and in terms of development. We are taking our professional healthcare education to the next level, producing the most sought-after healthcare professionals of different disciplines.

Lanka Hospitals Academy has become the 'apex' body in healthcare education, offering a wide range of courses from pharmacy, caregiving, phlebotomy and nursing." The new premises of Lanka Hospitals Academy are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and modern amenities to provide students with a conducive learning environment. The academy offers a range of courses designed to meet the needs of aspiring healthcare professionals, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of the healthcare industry.

Dr. Lasantha Karunasekara, Deputy CEO/Director of Medical Services of Lanka Hospitals PLC, highlighted the academy's commitment to maintaining international standards in clinical exposure and training. He stated, "Despite expanding to new premises, Lanka Hospitals Academy continues to provide the same or better access to international-level clinical exposure and training. The new learning environment will only enhance the learning experience of the students of all courses conducted by the academy." Lanka Hospitals Academy remains committed to its mission of nurturing and developing the next generation of healthcare professionals, who will continue to uphold the highest standards of patient care and professionalism in Sri Lanka's healthcare sector.