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The Inauguration Ceremony of the Annual Joint Clinical Nutrition Academic Sessions 2025, organized by the Sri Lanka Medical Nutrition Association and the Sri Lanka College of Nutrition Physicians, was held on 5th June 2025 at the Jubilee Ballroom of the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo.
The ceremony commenced with the arrival of the Chief Guest, Hon. Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, Minister of Health and Mass Media, and the Guest of Honour, Dr. W. K. Wickramasinghe, Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Health, Prof. Stanislaw Klek - President - European Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Prof. Stephane Schneider - Treasurer – European society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, Dr. Mani Naghibi and Dr. Royce Vincent, accompanied by other distinguished guests. The event began on a grand note with a graceful ceremonial procession, setting the tone for an inspiring and memorable evening.
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Jayani Thennakoon Jayaweera had been inducted as thePresident of the Sri Lanka Medical Nutrition Association (SLMNA) for the year 2025. In addition, heartfelt congratulations go to Dr. Nalinda Herath on his induction as President of the Sri Lanka College of Nutrition Physicians (SLCNP).
We extend our best wishes to both leaders as they embark on a new chapter of advancing nutrition science and healthcare excellence in Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lanka College of Nutrition Physicians (SLCNP) is
proud to announce that its outgoing President, Dr. Thimathi Wickramasekera,
has been awarded a prestigious medal in recognition of her outstanding
leadership and unwavering commitment to the advancement of clinical nutrition
in Sri Lanka.
The outgoing President of the Sri Lanka College of Nutrition Physicians (SLCNP), Dr. Thimathi Wickramasekera, had been awarded a prestigious medal in recognition of her outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to the advancement of clinical nutrition in Sri Lanka.
A moment of pride and celebration!
The exceptional award winners for outstanding performances in the MSc and MD
programs were grandly felicitated at the Inauguration Ceremony of the Joint
Clinical nutrition Academic Sessions 2025.
Their unwavering dedication, academic brilliance, and
pursuit of excellence have truly shone through.
Best Performance Msc - Human Nuttrition - 2025 - Dr. Hasara Piumini Wickrama Seneviratne.
Best Performance MD - Clinical Nutrition - 2025 - Dr
Rathnayake Mudiyanselage Amalie Pubudunie Rathnayake
Congratulations to all our remarkable awardees—your achievements inspire us all!
A Salute to Visionaries in Nutrition
We are deeply honoured to announce that six distinguished fellowships were
ceremoniously conferred during the Inauguration Ceremony of the Annual Joint
Clinical Nutrition Academic Sessions 2025.
These prestigious fellowships were presented to six esteemed
individuals in recognition of their exceptional and enduring contributions to
the advancement of nutrition science—both in Sri Lanka and internationally.
Their pioneering efforts, leadership, and unwavering dedication have left an indelible
mark on the field, inspiring generations of healthcare professionals and
shaping public health initiatives.
Vidya Jyothi. Prof. Prasad Katulanda – Professor
& Head Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Prof. Upul Senarath –
Chair Professor of Community Medicine, Head, Department of Community Medicine,
Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Prof. Stanislaw Klek – President - European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism
Prof. Stephane Schneider – Professor of Nutrition ,vice-president of the French-speaking Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism and the treasurer of the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism.
Dr. Mani Naghibi – Consultant Gastroenterologist and honorary senior lecturer at St Mark's Hospital London
Dr. Royce Vincent – Consultant Chemical Pathologist, Lead, Parenteral Nutrition Services Kings College Hospital London
“Metabolic Benefits of Dietary Bioactives: When Food
Provides More Than Nutrition”
Prof. Sudheera Kalupahana, Professor, Department of Nutrition and Health, United Arab Emirates University.
We are honored to feature Prof. Sudheera Kalupahana,
whose pioneering work in nutritional science continues to illuminate the path
toward improved metabolic health. His insightful session on dietary bioactives
not only elevates our understanding of food as a tool for prevention and
healing, but also adds profound meaning to the Prof. Narada Oration—an academic
platform dedicated to excellence in clinical nutrition.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Prof. Kalupahana for his invaluable contribution to this academic session and for enriching the legacy of the oration with his scientific vision and thoughtful discourse.
