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Seylan Bank’s Seylan Harasara offers senior citizens discounts including up to 20% off at Asiri Hospitals and reimbursements up to Rs.200,000 on surgical expenses, plus pension loans up to Rs.5 million and other benefits through partner discounts.
Asiri Hospital Holdings' Asiri Central Hospital performed its first pediatric Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) surgery under a new Congenital Heart Surgery Program, funded by the government's Suraksha Insurance Plan. The operation, done in collaboration with Lady Ridgeway Children’s Hospital, aims to reduce waiting lists and expand pediatric cardiac capacity.
Imran Furkan has been appointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director of Asiri Hospital Holdings PLC and Asiri Surgical Hospital PLC. He is an experienced board advisor with a focus on medical tourism and risk/strategy, and currently holds senior roles including CEO of Tresync and directorships at other firms.
Imran Furkan was appointed an independent non-executive director of Asiri Surgical Hospital PLC and Asiri Hospital Holdings PLC, effective April 21, the companies said in a stock exchange filing.
Colombo market stayed bearish as the ASPI fell 43 points (0.28%) and the S&P SL20 dipped 0.68% on turnover of Rs.991.4m, with foreign net selling of Rs.63.4m. Banking names (COMB, HNB, NDB) and JKH weighed on the index while pockets of interest were seen in CINS, ASIR and COCR and retail interest in PAP, LVEF and LOFC.
Colombo stocks fell with the ASPI down 0.28% at 15,555.86 as uncertainty over US tariffs and Fed interest-rate commentary hit exporters and banks; key decliners included John Keells, Hayleys, Teejay, Haycarb and major banks, with a net foreign outflow of Rs 64m.
Asiri Hospital Holdings' Asiri Central Heart Centre launched a paediatric cardiothoracic surgery programme and performed its first atrial septal defect surgery on 25 January, funded under the government's Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme.
Medicare 2025, Sri Lanka’s international healthcare exhibition, concluded at BMICH Colombo after three days with over 150 stalls and Asiri Hospital Holdings as the main sponsor. Organised by Asia Wellness Forum with Aitken Spence Conventions & Exhibitions, gold sponsors included Nawaloka Hospitals and Melsta Hospitals and the event promoted medical tourism.
Medicare 2025, Sri Lanka’s international healthcare exhibition, opened at BMICH on Feb 28 and runs to Mar 2 with over 150 stalls; organisers include Asia Wellness Forum and Aitken Spence Conventions & Exhibitions. Major local hospitals including Asiri, Nawaloka and Melsta Hospitals are participating and were recognised at the event.
Medicare 2025 opened at BMICH in Colombo with over 150 local and international exhibitors; lifetime awards were presented to Asiri Hospitals and Nawaloka Hospitals and the event is promoted as a platform to boost medical tourism and showcase healthcare innovations.
Asiri Academy of Health Sciences (part of Asiri Health Group) signed an MoU with Sunway University to create an articulation pathway allowing AAHS Foundation graduates to progress into three Sunway undergraduate BSc programs (Nursing, Medical Biotechnology, Psychology). The partnership also signals broader research and business collaboration between Sunway and Asiri Health Group.
Asiri Academy of Health Sciences signed an MoU with Malaysia’s Sunway University to allow AAHS foundation students to progress into three Sunway BSc (Hons) programmes (Nursing, Medical Biotechnology, Psychology) after an eight-month foundation, enabling entry as early as after G.C.E. O-levels.
Suwa Diviya’s 'Live Well Health Fair' concluded on 30 Nov at Arcade Independence Square, offering free medical screenings and wellness sessions and featuring participation from health-related brands including Nawaloka Hospitals, Asiri Hospitals and CIC.
Asiri Hospital Holdings' Asiri Academy and ESOFT Metro Campus signed an MoU to offer London Metropolitan University–affiliated Nursing programs (a 1-year Nursing Top-Up and a 3-year honours degree) and an MBA in Health Administration (awaiting approval) in Sri Lanka.
Asiri Hospital Holdings (ASIR.N0000) inaugurated the new main campus of Asiri Academy of Health Sciences in Ward Place, Colombo 7, and commenced operations at the modern facility. The academy will offer nursing and allied health programs with extensive clinical exposure via Asiri's six hospitals (800 beds) and plans program expansion.
Nawaloka Hospitals PLC launched South Asia’s first AI-powered Radiology Centre in September 2024, introducing AI-driven diagnostics and patient services to improve diagnostic accuracy, operational efficiency and personalized care.
Janashakthi Limited (JXG.N0000) held a Breast Cancer Awareness Month webinar with Asiri Health in October 2024 to educate employees; the initiative was extended across group units including Janashakthi Insurance.
Dialog Axiata's Doc990 has launched Sri Lanka's first comprehensive Wellness Marketplace, allowing customers to purchase medical packages (check-ups, home care, cosmetic and weight-loss services) from hospitals including Asiri and Nawaloka via the Doc990 app.
Asiri Hospital Holdings (ASIR.N0000) said Asiri Laboratories has installed the Mindray BC-6800Plus haematology analyzer at its flagship Colombo lab, capable of processing up to 200 samples/hour and automated ESR at 120/hour. The unit, plus QR-coded reports, will be rolled out across its network to speed diagnostics and patient care.
Nawaloka Hospitals PLC signed an MoU with the National Insurance Trust Fund to provide cashless admissions, waived admission fees, discounts on OP/IP services and free ambulance access to NITF Agrahara members.
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The Indian Cultural Association held its inaugural ICA International Half-Marathon in Colombo on Sept 1, 2024, with 1,400 athletes from 20 countries; sponsors and partners included Lanka IOC, Asiri Hospital and Dialog TV, and the event aimed to promote Sri Lanka as an international sporting and tourism destination.
The ICA International Half-Marathon will be held on September 1, 2024 at Galle Face Green with over 1,400 athletes from 20 countries and prize money up to Rs.1,000,000 for top finishers. Event partners include Lanka IOC, Asiri Hospital/Asiri Surgical Hospital and Dialog TV.
Asiri Hospital Holdings PLC will be the official medical partner for the ICA International Half Marathon in Colombo on Sept 1, 2024, providing eight first-aid stations and two ambulances. The hospital will offer post-race evaluations and sponsor free OPD consultations for over 10,700 children in 360 orphanages.
Cabinet approved leasing Colombo Port City land for hospitals, schools and universities after investor proposals including Asiri Port City Hospital's $100m hospital and Gateway's $25m school and $25m university were submitted.
The Indian Cultural Association will stage its 1st International Half-Marathon on Sept 1, 2024 in Colombo aiming to register over 1,400 athletes and offering Rs.1,000,000 to the winner; proceeds will fund ICA CSR initiatives and the event lists partners including Lanka IOC, Asiri Hospital and Dialog TV.
Cabinet approved leasing Colombo Port City land for an Asiri Port City Hospital, with Asiri Port City Hospital (Pvt) Ltd expected to invest $100m. Gateway International will invest $25m each in a university and a school on the site.