About Us
Dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare and personalized attention to every patient.
Dr. Vihanga Wijesinghe(MBBS)
Dr. Vihanga Wijesinghe is a medical professional with a strong clinical background and a dedicated focus on cancer care, early disease detection, and preventive healthcare. He currently serves as a Medical Officer in the Surgical Oncology Unit at the National Hospital, Galle, providing patient-centered medical support across the cancer care pathway.
He offers comprehensive cancer diagnosis support, treatment guidance, and general medical consultations for patients of all ages, with an emphasis on clear communication, ethical practice, and evidence based decision making.
Clinical And Community Focus
While his clinical work is rooted in hospital-based oncology care, Dr. Wijesinghe’s impact extends well beyond the hospital setting. He is deeply committed to community education and public health empowerment, believing that informed communities are key to reducing preventable disease and late-stage diagnoses.
Through the Suraksha Life initiative, he has led and contributed to islandwide cancer awareness and health education programs, helping individuals recognize early warning signs, understand screening importance, and take timely medical action. His work focuses strongly on:
- Early cancer detection and symptom awareness
- Lifestyle risk modification
- Preventive healthcare education
- Workplace and community health programs
Education And Professional Background
Dr. Wijesinghe graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ruhuna, completing his Final MBBS with Second Class Lower Division Honours.
He completed his internship training at Lady Ridgeway Hospital, Colombo (General Pediatrics) and National Hospital Colombo (General Surgery). Following this, he served as a Relief House Officer at the Vascular and Transplant Surgery Unit, National Hospital Colombo, gaining exposure to complex surgical and multidisciplinary care.
He is currently working as a Post-Intern Medical Officer in Surgical Oncology at the National Hospital Galle, where he continues to develop his expertise in cancer-related clinical care.
Professional Philosophy
Dr. Vihanga Wijesinghe is guided by a simple but powerful principle:
early awareness saves lives.
By combining clinical experience with structured public education, he strives to bridge the gap between medical knowledge and public understanding—helping patients and communities make informed, timely, and confident health decisions.
About Suraksha Life
Suraksha Life is a national-level public health initiative dedicated to strengthening preventive healthcare, promoting early disease detection, and improving health literacy across Sri Lanka. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, workplaces, and communities with accurate, evidence-based medical knowledge that supports early intervention and long-term wellbeing.
At Suraksha Life, we believe that prevention is the most powerful form of healthcare. By addressing health risks early and educating the public on warning signs, lifestyle factors, and screening importance, we help reduce disease burden and improve quality of life.
Our Core Focus Areas
Suraksha Life is committed to advancing public health through the following key pillars:
Preventive Healthcare
We promote healthy lifestyle practices, risk reduction strategies, and routine health screening to prevent the onset of chronic and life-threatening diseases.
Early Disease Detection
Early diagnosis saves lives. Our programs emphasize timely screening, symptom awareness, and referral pathways to ensure diseases—especially cancers—are identified at treatable stages.
Cancer Awareness and Education
Cancer education is a central focus of Suraksha Life. We deliver clear, medically accurate information on cancer prevention, early signs, screening guidelines, and treatment pathways, helping to counter misinformation and fear with facts.
Community and Workplace Health Empowerment
We work closely with communities, educational institutions, corporate organizations, and public sector bodies to deliver customized health awareness programs that support safer, healthier environments.
Our Impact
For over 20+ phases, Suraksha Life has conducted islandwide health awareness programs, seminars, workshops, and outreach initiatives, reaching thousands of individuals across Sri Lanka. Our sessions are designed for diverse audiences, including:
- Community groups
- Corporate and industrial workplaces
- Educational institutions
- Public sector organizations
All initiatives are guided by evidence-based medical standards and nationally accepted clinical guidelines, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and trust.
Our Commitment
Suraksha Life is committed to:
- Delivering ethical, non commercial, and medically responsible health education
- Bridging the gap between medical knowledge and public understanding
- Supporting early intervention to reduce preventable illness and mortality
- Building a healthier, more informed Sri Lankan society
We continue to expand our reach through strategic partnerships, digital education platforms, and on-ground engagement ensuring that reliable health information is accessible to all