The University Health Center (UHC) functions as an “outpatient” department (OPD) of a normal hospital, attending to the health needs of nearly 10,000 undergraduates and around 2,000 academic and non–academic staff, as well as their close relatives. UHC provides OPD consultation, day treatment, and emergency treatment for the university community, and patient may referred to relevant clinics or transferred to tertiary care hospitals according to their requirement & situations. To provide these services, the UHC has qualified staff, a well-equipped laboratory, a pharmacy, and other required facilities. 

Contact Information

Location

Block G4

Telephone

94112 917 707

94112 903 150 / 152 / 153

Email

cmo@kln.ac.lk

For more information

1. Annual report of the Medical Center 2023 

2. Public Community Health Programme 

3. 2022 covid Report -Summury for Anual Report 2023 

4. 2023 Risk Management Activities 

The University Family Medicine Clinic (UFMC), operated by the Department of Family Medicine, is located on the ground floor of the E6 building, directly in front of the Faculty of Medicine. The clinic is open Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering high-quality, patient-centered primary care services to staff, students, and the surrounding community. Appointments can be made conveniently via telephone.

 The clinic is staffed by a dedicated team comprising a Specialist in Family Medicine (MD), postgraduate trainees, and experienced general practitioners, ensuring comprehensive, holistic care. All patient encounters are documented using paper-based medical records, promoting continuity and personalized follow-up.

 Services offered at the UFMC include:

• Family planning and reproductive health procedures

• Physiotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions

• Psychosocial counseling

• Minor surgical procedures, including joint injections

• Screening for diabetic retinopathy

 A nominal consultation fee of Rs. 100.00 is charged per visit.

 For appointments and inquiries:

                    Contact us  -  0112 961 201

UoK maintains strong partnerships with local, national, and international health institutions to strengthen healthcare services, advance medical education, and promote community well-being. Through these collaborations, the University aims to improve access to quality healthcare, enhance research capacity, and support national and global health priorities in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 3.

Local Collaboration

The University of Kelaniya actively collaborates with local healthcare institutions and community health authorities to promote preventive and curative healthcare.

• The Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, works closely with the Regional Director of Health Services (RDHS), Gampaha, and local hospitals to conduct community health outreach programs, vaccination campaigns, and public health awareness initiatives.

• The University Health Centre (UHC) at the main campus collaborates with nearby public health inspectors (PHIs) and local medical practitioners to ensure the continuous delivery of healthcare services and to strengthen preventive measures against vector-borne diseases such as dengue.

• The Kalana Mithuru Sevana (KMS) and Career Guidance Unit (CGU) collaborate with local mental health professionals and counsellors to provide student counseling, stress management, and wellbeing support programs within the university premises.

National Collaboration

At the national level, the University of Kelaniya works with the Ministry of Health, Teaching Hospitals, and other universities to promote advanced healthcare services and professional training.

• The Faculty of Medicine maintains a long-standing partnership with the Colombo North Teaching Hospital (CNTH), Ragama, serving as the university’s main clinical training and research hospital. This collaboration allows for joint patient care, specialized clinics, and medical student clinical rotations.

• The AYATI National Centre for Children with Disabilities, established by the Faculty of Medicine in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the Sri Lanka Army, and the AYATI Trust, provides comprehensive rehabilitation and therapy services for children with special needs.

• The Colombo North Centre for Liver Disease (CNCLD) and Liver Transplant Unit, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and CNTH, function as the country’s leading center for hepatobiliary surgery and transplantation, offering advanced treatment and training for medical professionals nationwide.

Global Cooperation

The University of Kelaniya also maintains several international collaborations to enhance medical research, healthcare innovation, and professional development.

• UoK is a partner institution of the Global Health Research Unit (GHRU) on Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease in South Asians, in collaboration with research institutions in the United Kingdom, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, to address the rising burden of non-communicable diseases across the region.

• The University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Medics.Academy (United Kingdom) in January 2024 to promote digital medical education, research exchange, and collaborative development of medical e-learning resources.

• Through the Health Data Science Unit, the Faculty of Medicine collaborates with international universities and research organizations on projects related to climate change and health, snakebite management, and health informatics, contributing to evidence-based solutions for global health challenges.

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya – Collaborations

• AYATI National Centre for Children with Disabilities

• Global Health Research Unit (GHRU)

• University of Kelaniya MoU Portal

Colombo North hepato-pancreatico-biliary (HPB) (CNHPB) and liver transplant (LT) unit was formally established on 16th February 2012. The unit is attached to Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Ragama and the Colombo North Teaching Hospital (CNTH), Ragama. Members from different Departments in both institutions work as members of NCHPB and LT unit.

CNTH, Ragama is a hospital with over 1000-bed capacity, which is rapidly developing. University Medical Unit of CNTH, Ragama is under the leadership of Prof H J de Silva, and it is the countries' pioneering and leading training center for Medical Gastroenterologists. It is renowned for the management of patients with complex and advanced liver diseases. Patients from all parts of the country are referred to the unit. It has the countries largest database of patients with chronic liver disease and cirrhosis. Academically the department has contributed widely to research in the field of gastroenterology and hepatology.

University Surgical Unit of CNTH has become the leading center for hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation,  leading the way in the country. Currently the team has performed over 500 complex liver resections, over 300 Whipple's procedures and 55 liver transplants including the first ever living donor liver transplant and first successful transplant for acute liver failure in an adult.

Division of Anesthesiology and critical care attached to the Department of Surgery has pioneered in commencing the postgraduate training in anesthesiology with a special interest in liver transplantation.

Paediatric Hepatology and Liver transplantation division along with the University Paediatric Unit is a recent addition to CNCLD which has contributed to achieving the recent milestones of the first successful Peadiatric liver transplantation in Sri Lanka and first Peadiatric liver transplantation for acute liver failure.

Department of Pathology under the leadership of Prof Janaki Hewavisanthi plays a key role for a long time being the leading center for histopathological diagnosis of hepatobiliary diseases in the country. Departments of radiology, microbiology, haematology, transfusion medicine and chemical pathology in CNTH, Ragama also play key supporting roles.

On 16th February 2012, the unit opened its outpatient premises at Faculty of Medicine, Ragama. At present, it is used to run the HPB and liver transplant clinics for adults as well as for children including multi-disciplinary meetings. Unit maintains the largest database in the country for pre and post transplant patients and patients with liver cancer (hepatoma).

In 2020 CNHPB and LT unit was named as Colombo North Center for Liver Disease (CNCLD) in view of formalizing and expanding its existing services including dedicated operating theatres and ICU facility. The  Government of Sri Lanka and the University of Kelaniya approved the establishment of the dedicated center of excellence in liver disease attached to the University units.

We hope to expand our services and to become one of the best centres for treatment of HBP and liver disease in the South Asian region.

The vision of the Career Guidance Unit (CGU) of the UOK is to become a centre of excellence in ensuring the employability of all the graduates who complete their studies at the university. The CGU is committed to ensure that students are prepared for careers by empowering them with professional attributes necessary to hold their own on national and international platforms and contribute positively to the development of the country. 

At the CGU, students are made aware of employment opportunities available in the country, course units at the university that they should follow to upgrade their knowledge and skills, extra-curricular activities they should be engaged in and other essential skills they should gain in order to face the world of work as a successful graduate. The above is achieved through annual career fairs, industry partnership programs, entrepreneurship programs, faculty-wise career development programs, communication skills development programs, personality development programs and academic development programs. In addition, the CGU is the ideal platform for links to be created between undergraduates and the private and public sectors. 

The Department of Physical Education (DPE) has been functioning almost since the inception of the University way back in 1959. The DPE provides a wide range of Sports and Recreation programmes for the benefit of internal students of the University. These activities are supported by some of the best sport facilities in the University System in Sri Lanka.

The main objective of the Department is to promote and improve the student-sporting prowess and provide opportunities to develop team and individual sports.

The Sports Advisory Board consisting of academic staff members functions in the advisory capacity.

The Sports Council appointed annually functions as the students organizing arm of the department. Sports Council consist of captains and vice captains of the sports teams of the university.

For more information: 

1. Department of Physical Education (DPE)  

2. Sports Facilities -University of Kelaniya

UOK is deeply committed to improving community health and well-being through a wide range of outreach programmes, awareness campaigns, student-led initiatives, and collaborative projects with health professionals and organizations. These programmes emphasize preventive healthcare, health education, mental wellness, and active lifestyles, directly supporting Sustainable Development Goal 3 – “Good Health and Well-being.”

Health Awareness and Preventive Care

UoK regularly organizes awareness sessions, public lectures, and blog campaigns to educate both the university community and the wider public on global health issues.
Recent initiatives include:

• Diabetes Eye Screening and Reducing Blindness Session – an outreach programme focused on early detection and prevention of diabetic retinopathy.

• World Health Awareness Blog Series featuring articles on World AIDS Vaccine Day, World Hypertension Day, International Nurses Day, World Thalassemia Day, World Red Cross Day, World Malaria Day, World Haemophilia Day, World Homoeopathy Day, World Health Day, and World Autism Awareness Day.

• Article on the Importance of Mental Health Awareness, emphasizing emotional resilience and psychological well-being among students and staff.

These awareness programmes are designed to build a health-conscious university environment and extend knowledge to surrounding communities through online and in-person engagement.

Student-Led Community Health Projects

Student organizations play an active role in promoting health and wellness through creative and service-oriented outreach.
Notable projects initiated by the Leo Club of the University of Kelaniya include:

• Mind U – a mental-health promotion project encouraging open dialogue about emotional wellness.

• Luminaria 2.0, Hasarella, OneBlood, Neth Suwā, Breaking Free, Dhirgayu, and Ārabhatha – a series of student-driven initiatives addressing areas such as blood donation, eye-care awareness, disease prevention, elderly care, and general community health improvement.

Through these activities, students demonstrate leadership in volunteerism and contribute meaningfully to the betterment of society.

Health Camps and Physical Well-being

The University actively promotes preventive health services and physical fitness through specialized programmes and staff development events:

• “Suvātrā” Health Camp – a multi-disciplinary health camp providing free check-ups, medical advice, and health education to the university community and nearby residents.

• Sport and Rhythm – Staff Development Programme – an initiative encouraging physical activity, work-life balance, and stress reduction among academic and non-academic staff.

• Isimbulana Suyāmaya III (for first-year male students) and Swastha Miyuläsi IV (for first-year female students) – annual hostel-based health and wellness programmes designed to promote hygiene, mental well-being, and healthy living practices among new undergraduates.

Collaborative and Specialized Outreach Events

UoK also partners with national and community health organizations to provide targeted healthcare and professional development:

• 4th Annual Meeting of the Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia Patient Support Society – organized in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine to support patients, caregivers, and researchers.

• Inauguration Ceremony of ISCEP 2024 – promoting student and professional engagement in clinical education and public health awareness.

• First Aid and Basic Life Support Training Programme – enhancing emergency response skills among university staff and students through practical workshops led by medical experts.

UoK recognises mental health and emotional well-being as vital components of academic success and personal development. In alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-Being – the University provides comprehensive mental-health support services to ensure that students have access to professional guidance, counselling, and preventive programmes that foster resilience and holistic wellness. 

Kalana Mithuru Sevana (KMS)

The Kalana Mithuru Sevana (KMS) unit serves as the central hub for student psychological well-being at the University.
Its mission is to promote a healthy learning environment by empowering students to identify challenges, strengthen coping mechanisms, and cultivate positive mental health habits.

Key services include:

• Confidential Counselling: Individual and group counselling sessions conducted by trained counsellors and psychologists for students facing emotional, academic, or social difficulties.

• Peer Counselling Programme: Since 2019, KMS has offered a Certificate Course in Peer Counselling for undergraduates, building a supportive peer-network that enhances mental-health awareness across faculties.

• Development and Awareness Programmes: Regular workshops, seminars, and guest lectures on stress management, positive thinking, and emotional intelligence.

• Early Intervention and Referral: Students in need of clinical treatment are referred to qualified medical doctors or psychiatric professionals through the University Health Centre.

University Health Centre (UHC)

The University Health Centre provides additional psychological and counselling support as part of its comprehensive healthcare services.
University Medical Officers offer confidential consultations addressing stress, depression, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties.
In partnership with public-health professionals, the UHC conducts periodic mental-well-being assessments and awareness campaigns for both students and staff.

Career Guidance Unit (CGU)

The Career Guidance Unit complements student mental-well-being by providing career-counselling, personality-development, and confidence-building programmes.
Through motivational sessions, life-skills training, and mentoring, the CGU helps students manage academic stress, career anxiety, and self-esteem challenges, supporting a smooth transition from university life to employment.

24-Hour Helpline Support

Students are also guided to access national mental-health hotlines and professional support networks, ensuring continuous assistance beyond campus hours:

• National Mental Health Helpline 1926 (24/7 – National Institute of Mental Health, Sri Lanka)

These hotlines provide immediate, confidential assistance for individuals experiencing distress or crisis situations.