Organizational Structure
The Sri Lanka Medical Council operates through a structured governance framework comprising a statutory Council, a professional Secretariat, and specialized committees to uphold medical standards across Sri Lanka.
Overview
The Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) is a statutory body established under the Medical Ordinance No. 26 of 1927 (Chapter 105). It functions as the apex regulatory authority for medical and dental practitioners in Sri Lanka, operating through a defined governance structure that ensures accountability, transparency, and professional integrity.
The Council's organizational structure comprises three inter-related pillars: the statutory Council which forms the governing body, the Secretariat which handles day-to-day administration, and Standing Committees which provide expert oversight in specialized areas.
Governing Body
Statutory Council with elected & appointed members
Secretariat
Professional administrative divisions led by the Registrar
Committees
Specialist standing committees for ethics, education & discipline
Organizational Chart
Governing Body
The Council
President · Vice President · Members
Administration
Registrar
Reports to Registrar
Assistant Registrar
Registration Division
Finance & Accounts
Legal Affairs
CPD / CME Division
Information Technology
Public Relations
Advisory & Oversight
Standing Committees
Ethics & Professional Conduct
Education Committee
Registration Committee
Disciplinary Committee
The Council
The Council is the supreme governing body of SLMC, exercising all statutory powers vested under the Medical Ordinance. It sets policy, oversees professional standards, and makes decisions on matters of registration, discipline, and education.
President
Sec. Section 12.1 (a)Appointed by the Minister
Prof. Jayantha Jayawardena
Since 2025
Prof. Harendra de Silva
Prof. Harendra de Silva
Prof. Colvin Goonaratna
Prof. Carlo Fonseka
Prof. Lalitha Mendis
Dr. H. H. R. Samarasinghe
Dr. G. C. Uragoda
Dr. S. A. Cabraal
Dr. O. R. Medonza
Dr. S. H. P. Nanayakkara
Dr. E. M. Wijerama
Sir Nicholas Attygalle
Dr. W. A. Karunaratne
Dr. J. Kahawita
Dr. W. G. Wickramasinge
Dr. S. F. Chellappa
Dr. S. T. Gunasekara
Dr. R. Briercliffe
Dr. J. O. B. Van Langenberg
Lt. Col C. D. Myles
Dr. N. Duncan Walker
Vice President
Sec. Section 12.1 (c)Member Elected by Medical Practitioners (Section 29)
Dr.Chandika Epitakaduwa
Since 2025
Prof. Ranil Fernando
Prof. Jayantha Jayawardane
Prof. Surangi Yasawardene
Prof. Jayantha Jayawardane
Dr. S. Shanmuganathan
Prof. Nilanthi de Silva
Dr. Lalantha Ranasinghe
Dr. Ananda Hapugoda
Dr. Nanda Amarasekera
Dr. Ananda Samarasekera
Dr. W. S. S. de Alwis
Dr. S. M. G. Wijegoonaratne
Dr. S. A. Cabraal
Dr. W. D. L. Fernando
Dr. E. M. Wijerama
Sir Nicholas Attygala
Prof. John R. Blaze
Sir Nicholas Attygala
Dr. Frank Gunasekara
Dr. Lucian de Zilva
Member
Sec. Section 12.1 (b)Nominee of the Faculty of Medicine
Member
Sec. Section 12.1 (b)Dean, Faculty of Medical Sciences
Member
Sec. Section 12.1 (f)Appointed by the Minister
Member
Sec. Section 12.1 (cc)Member Elected by Specialist Medical Practitioners (Section 39B)
Member
Sec. Section 12.1 (e)Elected by Dental Surgeons (Section 43)
Member
Sec. Section 12.1 (d)Member Elected by Registered Medical Practitioners (Section 41)
Secretariat & Divisions
The Secretariat is the administrative arm of SLMC, led by the Registrar. It is responsible for implementing Council decisions, managing practitioner registrations, maintaining official registers, and providing professional and financial administration services.
Registration Division
Manages initial registration, renewal, duplicate certificates, and verification of medical and dental practitioners.
Finance & Accounts
Oversees all financial transactions, budgeting, fee collection, and annual auditing of SLMC accounts.
Legal Affairs Division
Handles legal proceedings, disciplinary tribunal support, statutory notifications, and legislative compliance.
CPD / CME Division
Coordinates Continuing Professional Development programmes and accredits CME activities for registered practitioners.
Information Technology
Maintains the online practitioner register, digital services, cybersecurity, and the SLMC web portal infrastructure.
Public Relations
Manages stakeholder communication, public awareness campaigns, media relations, and official announcements.
Committees
The Council operates through standing committees that provide expert oversight, formulate recommendations, and ensure rigorous review of specific regulatory domains.
Ethics & Professional Conduct Committee
Reviews complaints relating to professional misconduct and unethical behaviour. Formulates guidelines on ethical practice and advises the Council on disciplinary matters.
- Professional misconduct review
- Ethical guidelines development
- Advisory to Disciplinary Tribunal
Education Committee
Evaluates and accredits medical and dental education programmes. Reviews internship guidelines, training posts, and maintains standards at recognised institutions.
- Institution accreditation
- Internship guidelines
- Curriculum review
Registration Committee
Oversees policies on practitioner registration, foreign qualification recognition, and temporary or overseas registration procedures.
- Foreign qualification assessment
- Overseas registration policy
- Temporary registration review
Disciplinary Committee
Functions as the statutory Disciplinary Tribunal to hear and determine charges against registered practitioners under the Medical Ordinance.
- Statutory tribunal hearings
- Sanctions & appeals
- Erasure from register