Sri Lanka’s rapidly growing primary healthcare provider, Medihelp Hospitals, joined forces with Mount Elizabeth Singapore and the IHH Patient Assistant Centre Sri Lanka Office to host a comprehensive lifestyle seminar focused on the prevention and prediction of prostate cancer. The event took place at the newly inaugurated Medihelp Wellness Center, the 18th branch of the Medihelp Hospitals chain at Lipton Circus.
Led by esteemed urologist Dr. Chin Chong Min, known for expertise in urological surgeries and bladder disorders, the seminar delved into critical aspects of combating prostate cancer. Dr. Chin Chong Min, practicing at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore, shared invaluable insights from his experience treating urinary cancers, including prostate cancer, utilizing advanced techniques like laparoscopic and robotic surgery.
The seminar garnered an overwhelming response from a diverse audience eager to grasp preventive measures against prostate cancer. Distinguished guests from Medihelp included Chairman Leslie Wijesiriwardana, Laboratory Director Sunanda Wijesiriwardana, Medical Director Dr. Charitha Wijesiriwardana, Executive Director Chandika Wijesiriwardana, and Chief Operating Officer Nishantha Jayamanne. Mount Elizabeth Hospital’s Regional Manager, Mr. Aliff Bin Arshad, and IHH Patient Assistant Centre Sri Lanka Office’s Mr. Shuvo Hridayesh also graced the occasion.
Prostate cancer remains a global health concern, especially among men. Nishantha Jayamanne, COO of Medihelp Hospitals, highlighted the hospital chain’s commitment to wellness and early cancer detection through extensive screenings across its 18 locations. He emphasized the value of hosting such lifestyle seminars in partnership with Parkway Hospitals Singapore Sri Lanka office and the privilege of having Dr. Chin Chong Min as the specialist consultant Urologist.
Shuvo Hridayesh, Country Director of IHH Patient Assistant Centre Sri Lanka Office, echoed the importance of collaborative efforts in organizing seminars to raise awareness and promote preventive healthcare practices in Sri Lanka. Medihelp Hospitals and Mount Elizabeth Singapore remain dedicated to empowering communities with knowledge and resources to combat health challenges effectively, aiming to make significant strides in holistic well-being and early intervention against prostate cancer.