Who We Are
The Faculty of Critical Care is the academic and professional body driving excellence in Intensive Care Medicine in Sri Lanka. As part of the College of Anaesthesiologists and Intensivists, we empower critical care professionals through structured training, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Our Core Focus
We are building a stronger future for critical care through three key pillars.
Education & Training
Provides structured training programs for doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals covering topics such as mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, sepsis management, and organ support.
Research & Development
Encourages innovation in ICU management, technology, and evidence-based protocols. Publishes research papers and guidelines on best practices in critical care.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Works closely with other specialties such as anaesthesiology, emergency medicine, pulmonology, cardiology, and surgery to encourage teamwork and holistic patient care.
Global Standards & Professional Networks
Our programs align with internationally recognized certifications, and we are part of a global community of critical care societies.
Recognized Certifications
Global Professional Associations
Our Faculty
Dr Piyusha Jayawardena
Head of Faculty
Leading the faculty with a vision for excellence in critical care education and patient outcomes. Dr. Jayawardena is a renowned intensivist with over 20 years of experience in the field, dedicated to advancing the standards of care in Sri Lanka.
Dr Vinodini Wanigasekera
Faculty Member
Dr Anushka Seneviratna
Faculty Member
Dr Nandika Wanigasinghe
Faculty Member
Dr Upendra Jayawardena
Faculty Member
Dr Senani Samarasinghe
Faculty Member
Dr Anjalee DeSilva
Faculty Member
Dr Dinithi Attanayake
Faculty Member
Dr Asitha Dassanayake
Faculty Member