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April 18, 2024

Hemas Hospitals has taken yet another pioneering step forward in enhancing patient care with the introduction of its online Lab Portal – a revolutionary web platform designed to transform the way patients access and manage their lab reports and results. The Lab Portal empowers patients with the convenience of viewing both their historical and recent reports directly on their smartphones, offering a seamless and efficient approach to healthcare management. This is a first for Sri Lanka and underscores Hemas Hospitals’ commitment to digital enablement and patient-centric care.

Discussing this new feature, Dr Dushyanthan Subramaniam, Director of Hemas Labs said, “This innovative portal marks a substantial leap forward in delivering healthcare services to our patients, greatly improving their overall experience by enabling convenient access to their reports. This new facility demonstrates our commitment to ongoing innovation. We believe this is a significant step forward towards seamless, digitally-enabled and proactive healthcare management and invite our patients and the public to take advantage of this tool.”

One of the standout features of the Lab Portal is its provision to showcase the trend of investigations, allowing patients to compare and analyse current results with their previous test results. This not only empowers individuals to track their health progress but also allows doctors to gain a deeper and more holistic understanding of a patient’s medical history.

Using the Hemas Lab Portal is simple, patients simply need to provide their mobile number at the billing counter during lab test payments. Upon completion of the test, a secure SMS containing a link to the report will be sent to the patient. For further protection of privacy, access to medical reports is also secured by an OTP (One-Time Password) received through SMS, guaranteeing the confidentiality of sensitive medical information.

Patients who have shared their mobile numbers for billing since 2018 can access a comprehensive archive of their lab reports. Moreover, the Lab Portal extends its functionality to allow individuals to view reports of their loved ones, such as parents or children, if that phone number is also provided during billing.

Confidently embracing the digital era, Hemas Hospitals assures patients that lab reports will be stored securely in the cloud for a lifetime. This eliminates concerns about losing physical copies and offers a sustainable solution by minimizing the use of paper materials, aligning with the hospital’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact. This also provides peace of mind for patients as they do not need to physically track and carry their reports.

In Sri Lanka, Hemas Hospitals has pioneered the adoption of Electronic Health Records (ERH) – paperless health records that allow for utmost privacy, combined with instant accessibility, allowing for superior and efficient, timely and precise, personalized patient care. Accordingly, Hemas Hospitals’ Lab Portal stands as the sole platform offering patients access to both their lab reports and historical trends in results. This advancement aligns with the hospital’s dedication to enhancing patient-centric care through technology, ensuring that individuals can actively engage in managing their health with ease and efficiency.

March 7, 2024

Marking International Women’s Day, Hemas Hospitals has unveiled “HER MARCH”, an initiative dedicated to sparking discussions and action on women’s wellness and the critical role of preventive healthcare. With a steadfast commitment to enhancing the health and wellbeing of women across Sri Lanka, underscored by patient-centric care, Hemas Hospitals introduces an array of specially curated packages for women. These comprehensive health assessments are provided at attractive prices, and are available through various banks and a widely available digital healthcare platform, for a limited time.

Accordingly, available exclusively at Hemas Hospitals, women can enjoy savings on mammograms, which play a crucial role in the early detection of breast cancer. They can help detect areas of concern years before a physical examination, helping to improve health outcomes, as early detection saves lives, significantly increasing the chances of successful treatment and recovery. In fact, during HER MARCH, Hemas Hospitals is placing special emphasis on mammograms due to their exceptional effectiveness at preventing and treating breast cancer as early as possible.

As part of HER MARCH, Hemas Hospitals is also delighted to offer a tailored WellWomen Package, designed to encompass a wide range of health investigations. From full blood count and lipid profile to TSH and ESR tests, the WellWomen package is comprehensive, with numerous investigations covering various aspects of your health, whilst offering exclusive discounts.

Recognizing the importance of holistic health and wellbeing, Hemas Hospitals also extends its preventive healthcare services to include full-body check-ups for women. These check-ups serve as a cornerstone for preventive care, enabling the early detection of potential health issues through a series of medical tests, screenings, and examinations at a special rate during HER MARCH.

The Adora Cosmetic Centre, Sri Lanka’s premier destination for cosmetic enhancements, which is affiliated with Hemas Hospitals, is also providing discounted rates during HER MARCH. Whether you are looking to address aesthetics, boost self-confidence, or rejuvenate your appearance, Adora offers a wide array of surgical and non-surgical procedures, employing the latest technologies and treatments available in the country. All of this is backed by medical teams and services from Hemas Hospitals.

Since its inception in 2008, Hemas Hospitals has emerged as a symbol of excellence in the healthcare sector. With state-of-the-art facilities,Hemas Hospitals has consistently set benchmarks for quality, safety, and patient care. As a subsidiary of Hemas Holdings PLC, a respected conglomerate with diverse interests, Hemas Hospitals has garnered international acclaim, including accreditation from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI) and the rare distinction of being the only Sri Lankan organization to receive Integrated Management System (IMS) accreditation.

To learn more about HER MARCH and the special women’s health packages from Hemas Hospitals, call 0777865027/0773627866.

February 2, 2024

Sri Lanka’s most-loved healthcare brand, Hemas Hospitals, known for going above and beyond for its patients and the community, recently supported a gifted young autist with treatment for a rare medical condition. A Grade-4 student at R/BC Tamil Maha Vidyalaya faced the challenges of being autistic and having a rare ankle deformity. This condition necessitated surgical intervention, specifically an osteotomy, to realign the affected bones. Resident orthopedic surgeon performed the surgery for the young individual, who is also a gifted savant, having achieved remarkable feats such as winning an award for Best Memory from the Cholan Book of World Records in India.

However, with the procedure costing upwards of LKR 500,000/- Muralitharam’s family was struggling to gather the necessary funds as a result of their economically disadvantaged rural background. Understanding their struggle and seeing the potential in young Muralitharam, Hemas Hospitals made the decision to provide the necessary treatment free of charge.

The procedure was carried out successfully, with the gifted young savant expected to make a full recovery, regaining the critical mobility he was lacking as a result of his condition. Hemas Hospitals takes this opportunity to wish young Pakiyaraj Muralitharam the very best of luck in his future endeavours, and expects that he will shine against the odds and bring pride to his parents and country.

November 9, 2023

Hemas Hospitals, Sri Lanka’s Most-Loved Healthcare Brand, proudly celebrates its 15^th Anniversary in 2023. This significant milestone not only reflects its unwavering commitment to healthful living but also highlights its remarkable journey of community building, innovation and achievement within Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector.

Through a diverse range of daring strategic moves, a focus on patient-centric care, cutting-edge technology, CSR initiatives and outreach programmes, Hemas Hospitals heals people while touching hearts, solidifying its position as a trusted and cherished healthcare institution in Sri Lanka. By establishing its hospitals in underserved communities with huge untapped potential, such as Wattala and Thalawathugoda, Hemas Hospitals has played a pivotal role as a catalyst driving positive change and accelerating the provision of high quality and affordable healthcare in these underserved markets.

Being amongst the first hospitals to open in Wattala, Hemas Hospital has become a pillar of the community. In Thalawathugoda, the presence of Hemas Hospitals has brought world-class healthcare within easy reach of this growing suburb.

Reflecting on this remarkable journey, Dr Lakith Peiris, Managing Director at Hemas Hospitals said, “Our goal has always been to provide healthcare with heartfelt compassion to all Sri Lankans, whilst enriching the communities that we serve. To do this, we have listened to the needs of patients, and then embraced state-of-the-art technology and digital innovations to provide high quality, affordable healthcare outcomes. Our commitment to patient-centric care, digital health advancements, and our pioneering initiatives like EHR and Telemedicine reflect our dedication to the community. Over the past 15 years, we have transformed the face of healthcare in Sri Lanka, and we look forward to remaining at the forefront in the years to come, providing all Sri Lankans with world-class healthcare.”

Early in its 15-year history, Hemas Hospital reached an important landmark, becoming the first internationally-accredited Sri Lankan hospital chain. Its prestigious Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI) accreditation is a clear demonstration of Hemas Hospitals’ unwavering commitment to delivering world-class healthcare. Going beyond this, Hemas Hospitals has also distinguished itself as the most accredited chain of hospitals in Sri Lanka. Rising to the challenges of the global pandemic, Hemas Hospitals is also proudly the only Covid Certified hospital in Sri Lanka, assuring patients are always cared for in a safe and controlled environment.

A pioneer in the healthcare industry, Hemas Hospitals made history by becoming the first Sri Lankan hospital to implement Electronic Health Records (EHR). This achievement has elevated patient care to new heights, ensuring utmost privacy combined with instant accessibility, resulting in superior, efficient, timely, and personalized care. It has also allowed for seamless access to patient history across any Hemas Hospital touchpoint, enabling unparalleled interoperability through an omnichannel experience in healthcare for the first time in Sri Lanka.

In line with its commitment to cutting-edge technology, Hemas Hospitals has driven a remarkable digital transformation. All documents within the hospital are now seamlessly integrated into digital health platforms, marking a significant leap towards a paperless future whilst resharpening health delivery. This milestone underscores its dedication to embracing technology to further the goal of patient-centric care. From AI-driven diagnostics and precision medicine to telemedicine and digital health tools, Hemas Hospitals has consistently been at the forefront of medical advancement.

Hemas Hospitals’ drive towards the digital future of healthcare has also earned it the prestigious reputation of being Sri Lanka’s No.1 Smart Hospital, having introduced a range of innovative digitally-driven health solutions, including TeleMedicine, an Online Pharmacy, an Online Laboratory Portal providing patients with secure access to digital medical records 24/7, and even Tele-Physiotherapy. These services bring value, convenience, and comfort to patients, making healthcare more accessible to all, with less stress and discomfort. Furthermore, Hemas Home Care brings hospital-level care, including remote monitoring, to your home for everything from the common cold to delicate postsurgical care, helping patients recover and or cope with medical conditions better, and in a more familiar environment.

Dr Lakith Peiris added, “As we mark 15 years, we remain committed to our purpose, ‘transforming lives through connected care and innovation’. This means transforming lives by improving health outcomes through patient-centric care, delivering connected care through a seamless integrated approach, enabling interoperability, and innovation across the delivery of all our solutions. At Hemas Hospitals, we are committed to delivering patient-centred care with compassion, love and a true sense of professionalism.”

Hemas Hospitals’ 15^th Anniversary thus serves not only as an occasion to celebrate these outstanding achievements but also as a reminder of what is possible through innovation and a desire to drive real and meaningful change. As Sri Lanka’s No.1 smart hospital & most loved healthcare brand, Hemas continues to be the symbol of accessibility to affordable healthcare that is seamless and interoperable.

October 17, 2023

Hemas Hospitals, Sri Lanka’s most-loved hospital and pioneer in internationally-accredited healthcare, has embarked on a game-changing venture, joining hands with Medi Clinic (Pvt) Ltd, a highly reputed provider of medical services, to establish an unparalleled haven for healthcare in the heart of Wellawatta. This pivotal partnership heralds a new era of comprehensive medical care, streamlining a multitude of services under one roof to cater to the diverse needs of the community.

In their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional healthcare services under a one-stop-shop concept, Hemas Hospitals and Medi Clinic have come together to create a harmonious blend of medical expertise, cutting-edge technology and compassionate care. The collaboration ensures that patients in Wellawatta and surrounding areas can access an extensive spectrum of healthcare services, all conveniently housed within a single, state-of-the-art facility, where excellence is the norm and convenience is a top priority.

The partnership between Hemas Hospitals and Medi Clinic transforms this vision into reality. From extended OPD services (7am to 7pm) and a fully-stocked pharmacy to extended daytime consultant availability, specialized wound clinics, comprehensive health assessments, advanced laboratory services, ECG facilities, and specialized eye and dental care, this synergy covers every facet of your health journey. Residents in Wellawatte and the surrounding areas can also benefit from professional award-winning medical home care services for everything from the common cold to post-surgical care, along with doorstep sample collection facilities for a convenient and seamless experience. Hemas Home Care provides hospital-quality care in the comfort of your own home.

Dr <Name> – <Designation> at Hemas Hospitals commented saying, “Our collaboration with Medi Clinic signifies our unwavering commitment to redefine healthcare delivery. By amalgamating our resources and expertise, we’re poised to create a healthcare ecosystem that embodies excellence and convenience.”

Hemas Hospitals stands as a beacon of excellence, proudly holding the distinction of being the country’s most internationally accredited hospital chain. With a prestigious ACHSI accreditation, Hemas Hospitals surpasses conventional standards, ensuring adherence to the highest quality benchmarks. Patients can take comfort in the knowledge that their healthcare needs are being addressed by a team dedicated to achieving superior clinical outcomes.

One of the cornerstones of this partnership is the cutting-edge medical laboratory that promises swift and precise diagnostic results, with a turnaround time of just 2 hours, outpacing industry norms. Patients in Colombo 6 and surrounding areas can now benefit from a roster of distinguished consultants and advanced diagnostic facilities, expediting accurate diagnoses and fostering timely intervention.

Hemas Hospitals and Medi Clinic’s partnership is a promise to usher in a new era of healthcare. With a comprehensive suite of services under one roof, patients can expect seamless, individualized care that addresses their holistic wellbeing. To embark on a transformative healthcare journey that transcends the norm, call 0112-593959 and take a first step towards a healthier, more vibrant you by visiting Hemas Medi Clinic at 36A, Galle Road, Colombo 06.

October 17, 2023

Breast cancer is a global concern, and Sri Lanka is no exception to this alarming trend. Every 14 seconds, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide, and early detection is crucial for a 100% cure rate. With 2.3 million women suffering from breast cancer worldwide in 2020, and 685,000 lives lost, the time for action is now.

Recognizing the gravity of this issue, with 4,500 new cases detected in Sri Lanka in 2019 alone, Hemas Hospitals is stepping up to make a difference during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which falls each year during October, with a special awareness drive called “BreastOber”. In particular, the effort aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection, which is possible through Hemas Hosptals’ pain-free mammogram technology. With this advanced technology there is no need for women fear any discomfort during the procedure.

As Sri Lanka’s most loved healthcare brand and a socially responsible corporate citizen, Hemas Hospitals has taken it upon itself to educate and raise awareness among the general public about breast cancer. Beyond creating awareness, “BreastOber” also encourages women to take proactive steps towards early detection and prevention. In fact, the public can call the Hemas Hospitals BreastOber Hotline on 0777-001216 and book a free consultation – the BreastOber Clinic is open every day from 7.30am to 3.30pm. During #BreastOber, Hemas Hospitals is also offering a special 30% discount on its cutting-edge mammograms.

“BreastOber” is also helping to raise awareness about the importance of mammograms, a highly effective tool in detecting breast cancer at its earliest, most treatable stage. Hemas Hospitals takes pride in providing all Sri Lankans with access to the latest technologically advanced mammogram systems, which can detect breast cancer even before it can be detected by a hands-on physical examination.

Despite the advantages of mammograms, many women still have the misconception that they may cause discomfort. However, this is no longer a concern as one of the significant advantages of Hemas Hospitals’ cutting-edge mammogram systems is that they ensure minimal discomfort and pain, making the screening process less daunting for women. This is providing reassurance for many women in Sri Lanka that early detection does not have to be an uncomfortable experience.

Hemas Hospitals recognizes that some individuals are more prone to breast cancer than others. Those with a family history of breast cancer, women in high-stress positions, and middle-aged and older women are at higher risk. Through “BreastOber”, its aim is to reach out to these demographics specifically, encouraging them to consider regular mammograms as a preventive measure. Hemas Hospitals complete ecosystem, from diagnosis to surgical intervention and pre- and post-op counselling for all patients who test positive, is revolutionizing how breast cancer is detected and treated in Sri Lanka.

Delaying the identification of breast cancer can have dire consequences, potentially leading to unfortunate eventualities and the untimely loss of a loved one. As the cancer progresses, it can spread to other organs, causing unbearable pain for the patient. This is why early detection through mammograms is a key to effective treatment and a high survival rate.

Dr Lakith Peiris, Managing Director at Hemas Hospitals, sums up the significance of “BreastOber” saying, “Our purpose is to make healthful living happen. This extends beyond our patients to the communities we serve. With ‘BreastOber’, we want to emphasize that early detection is the cornerstone of successful breast cancer prevention. We invite every Sri Lankan to join in our effort to create awareness and minimize the negative impacts of this disease, which is entirely curable, but only if it is detected early.”

March 30, 2023

March 30^th, 2023: In a concerted effort to ensure healthcare equity for all Sri Lankans, the country’s foremost trusted private healthcare provider Hemas Hospitals introduced ‘Upakara’, an unmatched timely initiative which offers free monthly dialysis cycles to a selected number of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients from low-income backgrounds, through Hemas Hospitals.

Hemas Hospitals’ Upakara is a one-of-a-kind initiative, contributing to the health and wellbeing of individuals from underprivileged and less fortunate communities, who are suffering from CKD. While most individuals face difficulties with affording basic healthcare during the country’s perilous economic situation, this facility will be considered a life-saving, monumental effort from a private healthcare provider, contributing on a national level.

“Chronic Kidney Disease is one among the most prevalent non-communicable diseases in Sri Lanka. Statistically, 20-25 percent of diabetic patients and 18-20 percent of patients with hypertension are prone to CKD. Holistically, one in 10 Sri Lankans is estimated to have CKD, while the vast majority is unaware of the fact that they have it, resulting in most patients seeking healthcare support at its late-stages. This forces CKD patients to either opt for kidney transplants or regular dialysis treatments, both bearing an intense level of financial burden on patients and their loved ones. Given the volatile macro-economic environment in the country today, this financial burden is heavier than ever before,” stated Dr. Lakith Peiris, Managing Director Hemas Hospitals.

“A statistically higher number of CKD patients from the underprivileged communities who are affected by fewer resources prompted us to address this issue by extending our support to these communities with essential infrastructure and services through Hemas Hospitals’ Upakara initiative,” he added.

CKD is fast becoming a major public health concern, attracting increased global attention due to rapid spread of the disease, and its grave impact on patients and their quality of life. With a larger number of CKD patients reported from Sri Lanka each year, the national healthcare system often finds it difficult to cater to the full requirement of all patients requiring dialysis, affecting their health and wellbeing on a large scale. With the aim of ensuring good governance and community participation, Upakara will be overseen and operated by a governance committee inclusive of key opinion leaders within the hospital and communities.

With a vision of ‘Making Healthful Living Happen’, Hemas Hospitals intends to support CKD patients in a manner that eases the great financial burden that falls on them every month and enhances their access to life-saving dialysis treatment. At a time in the country when macro-economic volatility has destabilized personal economies, Upakara will lend greatly to easing the financial pressure of healthcare on these chronic patients and enable them to re-establish a sense of wellbeing.

“Therefore, in such a dire context, we believe Upakara is an important step forward in assuring health and healthcare equity in Sri Lanka, and consider it our duty as a responsible healthcare provider to ensure that all Sri Lankans have access to the life-saving treatment they require regardless of their financial background. Upakara was therefore borne with this vision, and we consider ourselves privileged to launch this vital CSR programme as we continue to work to eliminate disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases in Sri Lanka,” stated Dr. Peiris.

March 26, 2023

March 24, 2023: With the rising number of breast cancer cases among women in Sri Lanka, one of the country’s leading private healthcare providers, Hemas Hospitals, introduced its new, state-of-the-art Selenia Dimensions mammography system in an effort to combat the growing trend and facilitate advanced detection and prevention capabilities for patients.

Cancers are considered to be among the top natural causes for human mortalities, and breast cancer has been leading the charts as the highest recorded type of cancer among women. This global epidemic also reflects its presence in Sri Lanka, as similar results have been drawn in terms of recorded cases and overall statistics.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), breast cancer accounts for 13.4 percent of the total recorded cases of cancer in Sri Lanka in 2020. Among all women diagnosed with cancer, 25.7 percent are breast cancer, and in 2020, a total of 3,975 breast cancer cases were recorded.

With a shortfall of essential facilities and general awareness on breast cancer in Sri Lanka, the country suffers an alarming 42.5 percent mortality rate for breast cancer patients.

Similarly, in a global context, over 2.26 million cases of breast cancer were recorded in 2020, accounting for 12.5 percent of all recorded cancers around the world. Breast cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer in women and the most common cancer overall.

Moreover, based on WHO data, breast cancer has developed a mortality rate of 30.3 percent, a risk faced by women diagnosed with breast cancer, which accounts for 25.8 percent of all cancers recorded among women.

While early detection and treatment is advanced in most developed countries, Sri Lanka is still facing the challenge of a lack of sufficient detection technology, as well as over-burdened government healthcare facilities in that sector, which has evidently shown that the country’s breast cancer survival rates have been relatively low due to delays in diagnosis and treatment.

Consequently, Hemas Hospitals took proactive action to contribute towards minimizing the growing risk of breast cancer by introducing a new mammogram system at its Wattala premises on March 23^rd 2023, which was unveiled by Hemas Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Kasturi C. Wilson.

“As we unveil the latest addition at Hemas Hospitals, a state of the art mammogram machine with the latest 3D technology, we mark a significant milestone in our commitment to women’s health. This machine which also has the ability to perform biopsies will allow the detection of early signs of breast cancer, enabling timely treatment and care. We encourage all women to prioritize their health and undergo regular mammogram screenings, as early detection is the key to successful treatment,” she noted.

The mammogram system obtained by the hospital is a Selenia Dimensions System 6000 Package. Its 3D MAMMOGRAPHY imaging capabilities set new standards for earlier detection of breast cancers and clearer lesion images, allowing for easy and accurate detection, well before anything can be felt by hand.

In essence, a mammogram is an X-ray image of the breast which doctors use to detect any early signs of breast cancer, and in some cases, the presence of a growing cancer in the breast can be detected up to three years before it can be physically felt. Most healthcare professionals opt for performing mammograms, as it has proven to be an excellent tool to spot breast cancer.

For the first time, patients in the Gampaha district can save time and money as they are no longer required to travel to Colombo, and don’t have to undergo uncomfortable and painful screening sessions from existing mammogram facilities in Sri Lanka.

Hemas Hospitals is confident that with its newly introduced mammogram facility, the hospital will not only lessen the burden for state-run hospitals, but will also enhance patient experience and satisfaction by offering a premium, safe and patient-centric service throughout all stages of their diagnosis, detection and treatment.

Furthermore, Hemas Hospitals Managing Director Dr. Lakith Peiris said: “The new state-of-the-art mammogram system has undoubtedly increased our capabilities to deal with breast cancer with the highest accuracy and confidence. We are excited to lead this evolution in Sri Lanka’s private healthcare sector, and look forward to other innovations and state-of-the-art technologies that Hemas Hospitals will introduce in the near future.”

Hemas Hospitals is now fully geared towards establishing the full ecosystem around breast cancer treatment. The newly introduced Breast Screening Clinic offers a variety of women’s wellness packages, and the capacity to provide necessary treatment, including surgical interventions on identified breast cancers.

October 17, 2022

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• The novel center boasts a world-class setup key to successful, safe transplants

September 22nd, 2022: Sri Lanka’s most trusted private healthcare provider Hemas Hospitals, recently announced the introduction of a dedicated kidney transplant unit to its hospital in Wattala. This makes it the only purpose-built, up-to-date kidney transplant of its kind in Gampaha District, operated by an elite squad of consultant nephrologists and consultant transplant surgeons, supported by specially trained Medical Officers and dedicated nursing staff.

The dedicated renal transplant unit consists of positive pressure rooms to accommodate the recipients and operated under strict infection control guidelines, resulting in improved clinical outcomes and recovery time while reducing the potential of cross infections – a critical factor in measuring the success of a transplant procedure. As a leader in the private healthcare sector and an institution known for its advanced multispecialty capabilities.

Hemas Hospitals guarantees exceptional and safe clinical outcomes for all patients through its latest transplant unit. The novel Centre is geared with state-of-art technology to facilitate the efficient transfer of post-operative patients from theatre to the transplant unit facility to allow the family members of the transplant patients to visit them subject to strict infection control guidelines.

This addition will further strengthen the healthcare capacity of the country and bring enhanced levels of healthcare for CKD patients in the country – empowering them with the care and expertise they require efficiently to overcome the challenges of complex transplant surgeries.

“Chronic Kidney Disease is one among the most prevalent non-communicable diseases in Sri Lanka. While 1 in 10 Sri Lankans are estimated to have CKD, about 90% are purported to be unaware of the fact that they have it, resulting in most patients having to seek healthcare support at its later stages, through kidney transplants or frequent dialysis treatments. However, we realized that there is a noticeable gap in the country’s capacity to cater to the full needs of patients requiring transplants. This is the gap we set out to fulfill with our new clinically-advanced transplant unit.

“We’re now able to cater to the needs of CKD patients with even greater expertise and superior clinical outcomes, in addition to our existing exceptional portfolio of services, while it also reflects our commitment towards nephrology and transplant as an anchor specialty. This addition further validates Hemas Hospitals as a leader within the nation’s healthcare sector, in our proactive approach to meet the evolving needs of patients in every corner of Sri Lanka.” stated Dr. Lakith Peiris, Managing Director Hemas Hospitals.

With a vision of ‘Making Healthful Living Happen’, Hemas Hospitals intends to continue to support Sri Lanka’s CKD patients in a manner that makes accessing life-saving care efficient, safe and more convenient at every stage, with notable additions and upgrades to its service offering.

The Hemas Group of Hospitals is fully geared and on track to offer best-in-class, end-to-end healthcare solutions to touch the lives of over 10 million Sri Lankans by 2030. The hospital chain delivers affordable and easily accessible services with superior clinical outcomes and customer experiences consistently across the year. Hemas Hospitals is quick to adopt global best practices, highest international and local healthcare standards, innovative digital and tech solutions, and productivity and efficiency improvement tools, melded together with strategic investments and continuous talent development to make healthful living happen for all Sri Lankans.

September 23, 2022

September 23rd, 2022: Marking an important day for healthcare and medical safety, Hemas Hospitals commemorated Patient Safety Day 2022 on September 17, 2022. This year, the theme for Patient Safety Day is ‘Medication Safety’.

Hemas Hospitals has been a definite force in Sri Lanka’s healthcare space, showing strict and comprehensive adherence and a clear cut dedication to safety standards and protocols. The hospital is well known for its efforts, as it has shown time and time again, achieving international recognitions and accreditations- a first for hospitals in Sri Lanka.

Spearheading its drive for unconditional safety adherence is Dr. Malith B. Atapattu, Head of Medical Services and General Manager for Quality, Health and Safety at Hemas Hospitals and its Laboratory Chain.

“Saying that patients are in good hands with us is an understatement. The effort we at Hemas Hospitals put into ensuring patient safety is far beyond the minimum requirement, and we pride ourselves on being able to accomplish this feat and benchmark new standards and levels across the industry,” noted Dr. Atapattu,

“There is no doubt that patient safety is one of our main goals in maintaining our standards. We strive to properly identify patients with unhindered communication, and emphasize on medication safety, infection safety, control safety and surgical safety,” he added.

At Hemas Hospitals, patients are issued a unique identification number before proceeding with any procedures, which requires the patients’ NIC number or Passport number to leaves no room for error. The hospital utilizes electronic and online mediums to store health records and other documents, and is also in the works of developing a bio-identification system, which will be based on either fingerprints or facial recognition.

In terms of medication safety, the hospital is known to be extremely thorough, conducting routine audits, and taking quick corrective actions where necessary based on the audits. Hemas Hospitals is also the only hospital in the country to appoint a full-time clinical pharmacy and pharmacist who directly reports to Dr. Atapattu and clinical heads of the hospital.

Medication safety is also a quality indicator which is monitored closely and discussed at the board level at Hemas. The clinical pharmacist is guided by a panel of expert consultants. The medical advisory committee comprises of medical administrators who discuss medication safety with the consultants, deeming a practical and effective approach to medication safety.

A relative level of emphasis is placed on infection safety, control safety and surgical safety, and the hospital is keen on maintaining a competitive attitude among units within the hospital to create a competitive quality culture, as it annually recognizes best unit for its efforts in adhering to established standards and guidelines.

Hemas Hospitals was the only hospital to receive the COVID Safety Certificate, and in addition to adhering to the World Health Organization’s guidelines, was also the first internationally accredited hospital, being bestowed with ACHSI accreditation (Australian Council of Health Services International).

“Our good practices are what benefit our patients. Our strict adherence to safety guidelines and our rapid pursuit to change these guidelines according to those issued by these bodies is what gave us these certifications. We didn’t achieve all this just for the namesake. We are very well beyond the standards issued for COVID and other health segments, and will continue to raise the bar in standards within the healthcare space,” concluded Dr, Atapattu.

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