New facility brings advanced cardiovascular imaging and image-guided treatment capabilities closer to communities in Negombo and the wider Gampaha District.
Nawaloka Hospital Negombo has marked a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s private healthcare sector with the grand opening of the Sreeni Dharmadasa Heart Care Centre, a purpose-designed facility dedicated to delivering advanced cardiac care. The centre features a Guided Therapy Platform, complemented by advanced cardiovascular and interventional technologies designed to enhance clinical precision, safety and efficiency while delivering patient-centred care. Representing a major investment in specialised cardiovascular healthcare beyond Colombo, the centre brings modern medical technology, specialist expertise and advanced diagnostic and image-guided treatment capabilities closer to communities across Negombo and the wider Gampaha District, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, accessibility and affordability.
The opening ceremony was attended by Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena, Minister of Science & Technology, Hon. W.E. Dulip Chamara Fernando, Mayor of the Negombo Municipal Counsil, as Chief Guests, marking an important milestone in the hospital’s continued commitment to strengthening healthcare services in the region.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Harshith Dharmadasa stated ‘’This investment brings modern imaging technology closer to our communities while keeping specialist expertise and patient safety at the centre of care. As Sri Lanka moves towards greater use of AI and digital healthcare, innovation must translate into timely treatment, better value and a smaller gap in access to quality services.”
At the heart of the new facility is the Philips Azurion 7 C20 diagnostic and image-guided therapy system, an advanced medical imaging platform that integrates imaging technology, clinical software and streamlined workflow capabilities to support specialists during diagnostic assessments and image-guided interventions.
The system enables medical professionals to perform image-guided procedures with enhanced visual information, supporting precise clinical assessment and minimally invasive treatment approaches where appropriate. Throughout these procedures, specialists retain full responsibility for clinical decisions, treatment planning and patient care.
Designed with radiation-dose management capabilities, the Azurion platform supports high-quality visualisation while helping clinical teams manage X-ray exposure. Its integrated controls, efficient workflows and flexible equipment positioning further support coordination among medical professionals during complex procedures.
The establishment of the Sreeni Dharmadasa Heart Care Centre represents an important development for patients seeking specialist cardiovascular services in the region. By bringing advanced diagnostic and image-guided treatment capabilities closer to home, the hospital aims to reduce the need for patients and families to travel to distant healthcare facilities, minimising the practical and financial challenges often associated with accessing specialised care.
Beyond technological advancement, the centre reflects a broader commitment to making quality private healthcare more accessible and affordable. Efficient clinical workflows, coordinated specialist services and transparent pricing approaches can contribute to better value for patients while maintaining high standards of care.
The opening also comes at a time when Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector is increasingly embracing digital innovation and emerging AI-assisted technologies. Integrating advanced medical systems with professional expertise, reliable clinical infrastructure and patient-centred practices will play an essential role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
With the opening of the Sreeni Dharmadasa Heart Care Centre, Nawaloka Hospital Negombo takes another step towards strengthening future-ready private healthcare in Sri Lanka, bringing advanced technology and specialist expertise closer to the communities it serves while keeping quality, safety, accessibility and affordability at the heart of its commitment.
