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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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The President, Dr. Manilka Sumanatilleke, and the Council of the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) extend their warm ...
21/03/2026

The President, Dr. Manilka Sumanatilleke, and the Council of the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) extend their warm wishes on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Adha

Join us for the Annual Law–Medical Cricket Encounter 2026 — a friendly and spirited match bringing together professional...
20/03/2026

Join us for the Annual Law–Medical Cricket Encounter 2026 — a friendly and spirited match bringing together professionals from the legal and medical fields.

Organized by the Sri Lanka Bar Association in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Medical Association, this event promises a day of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and excitement.

📅 21st March 2026
📍 Burgher Recreation Club, Colombo
🕘 From 9.00 AM onwards

We warmly invite all doctors and lawyers to be part of this special event. Let’s come together and make it an unforgettable day.

Join us for an insightful session in the SLMA Saturday Talk Series.Case-based Approach to Dengue Management will be deli...
18/03/2026

Join us for an insightful session in the SLMA Saturday Talk Series.

Case-based Approach to Dengue Management will be delivered by Prof. Chamara Dalugama, with moderation by Dr. Nilanka Wickramasinghe. This expert-led discussion will focus on practical, case-based insights into dengue management, followed by an MCQ discussion.

📅 Date: 21st March 2026
🕕 Time: 6.00 pm – 6.45 pm

📍 Platform: Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81102676572?pwd=GxUDhMaZo1LsZzZ3P1lwy3yS0UWcXW.1

🔗 Meeting ID: 811 0267 6572
🔒 Passcode: 308061

All are welcome to participate and enhance their clinical knowledge.

From Sample to Script: Practical Microbiology, Virology & Parasitology for Clinicians– You’re Invited!One Day Workshop o...
18/03/2026

From Sample to Script: Practical Microbiology, Virology & Parasitology for Clinicians– You’re Invited!

One Day Workshop organised by the Sri Lanka Medical Association in collaboration with Sri Lanka College of Microbiologists

📅 30th March 2026
🕗 9.00am – 2.00 pm
📍 Auditorium, Sri Lanka Medical Association

✨ Highlights:
* ⁠Expert-led sessions covering the most significant recent advancements and trending topics in Microbiology, Virology & Parasitology
* CPD points & certificates awarded
* Refreshments provided

🔗Register here:
👉🏼https://slma.lk/Registration/workshop-2/

The Sri Lanka Medical Association invites you to attend a Therapeutic Update on “Depression and Anxiety Disorders.”This ...
12/03/2026

The Sri Lanka Medical Association invites you to attend a Therapeutic Update on “Depression and Anxiety Disorders.”

This educational session, organized by the Medicinal Drugs Committee of SLMA, will provide valuable insights into current therapeutic approaches in managing depression and anxiety disorders.

Speaker:
Professor Shehan Williams
Professor in Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya

Date: 19 March 2026
Time: 12.00 noon – 1.30 p.m.
Venue: Lionel Memorial Auditorium

Participants can attend in person or join via Zoom.

Zoom Details:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87678637472?pwd=NL4zcLUKfsU3J28sSmHOwZLBETMblY.1

Meeting ID: 876 7863 7472
Passcode: 392867

For inquiries: 0112693324
More information: www.slma.lk

The Sri Lanka Medical Association invites you to join the 2026 Women’s Day Celebrations Symposium, organized by the SLMA...
11/03/2026

The Sri Lanka Medical Association invites you to join the 2026 Women’s Day Celebrations Symposium, organized by the SLMA Women’s Health Committee in celebration of International Women's Day.

Theme: Give to Gain: Supporting Women in Healthcare in the Age of Burnout

This symposium will bring together leading medical professionals to discuss women’s health, burnout, wellbeing, and practical approaches to supporting women in healthcare.

Date: 30 March 2026
Time: 4.00 p.m. – 5.30 p.m.
Venue: SLMA Auditorium

Join via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89639166812?pwd=66I73lsZY5TAFI1MIFNhgYeOsTxSjd.1

Meeting ID: 896 3916 6812
Passcode: 741139

You may also scan the QR code on the flyer to join the session directly via Zoom.

For more information visit www.slma.lk
or contact 011 269 3324.

The President and a delegation from the Sri Lanka Medical Association paid a courtesy call on the Secretary, Ministry of...
10/03/2026

The President and a delegation from the Sri Lanka Medical Association paid a courtesy call on the Secretary, Ministry of Health Sri Lanka.
The President presented SLMA's strategic plan for the year 2026, highlighting ongoing work and vision for strengthning NCD detection and prevention through primary health care system, advocacy on sugar taxation and drive towards expanding health services for men etc.
Secretary Health thanked SLMA for their leading role in strengthning health sector in Sri Lanka and reiterated the importance of collective action through the intercollegiate committee of the SLMA.

Regional Meeting Matara 2026: “Medicine for All” – You’re Invited!Organised by the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) ...
10/03/2026

Regional Meeting Matara 2026: “Medicine for All” – You’re Invited!

Organised by the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) in collaboration with the Ruhunu Clinical Society

📅 27th March 2026
🕗 8.30am – 2.00 pm
📍 Sanaya Mansion, Matara

Highlights:
* Registration Free
* ⁠Expert-led sessions covering the most significant recent advancements and trending topics in clinical medicine
* CPD points & certificates awarded
* Refreshments provided

📝 Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0hp1mYQD7XkP-dQTL49WA-0Yh-mOrBWyLbr_TFu1ecpqP0Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor

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!

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