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Name: Dr. A. S. Fernando
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +94 11 234 5678
Address: No. 45, Colombo Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka

A dedicated and experienced Psychiatrist with over 12 years of practice in Sri Lanka Colombo, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. A graduate of the University of Peradeniya with a postgraduate degree in Psychiatry from the Sri Jayewardenepura University. Proficient in providing evidence-based therapies, psychotherapy, and psychiatric care tailored to diverse cultural contexts within Sri Lanka Colombo. Committed to advancing mental health awareness and improving patient outcomes through compassionate and innovative approaches.

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2005–2010)
• Masters in Psychiatry, Sri Jayewardenepura University, Sri Lanka (2011–2014)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Psychopharmacology, National Institute of Mental Health, Colombo (2016)

Senior Psychiatrist

Sri Lanka Medical Council Hospital, Colombo | January 2018 – Present

• Lead a team of 10 psychiatrists and psychologists in delivering comprehensive mental health care to over 500 patients monthly.
• Developed and implemented culturally sensitive treatment plans for patients from diverse ethnic backgrounds in Sri Lanka Colombo.
• Collaborated with local NGOs to provide free mental health workshops in underserved communities across Colombo.

Consultant Psychiatrist

Ceylon Medical College Teaching Hospital, Colombo | June 2014 – December 2017

• Provided clinical supervision to junior psychiatrists and medical students, emphasizing the unique challenges of mental health care in Sri Lanka Colombo.
• Conducted research on the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among survivors of conflict-related trauma in Sri Lanka.
• Published peer-reviewed articles in national journals, contributing to the discourse on mental health policies in Sri Lanka Colombo.

Psychiatry Resident

National Institute of Mental Health, Colombo | January 2011 – May 2014

• Gained hands-on experience in inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing on mood disorders, anxiety, and substance abuse.
• Participated in community outreach programs to reduce stigma around mental health in Sri Lanka Colombo.

• Medical Council of Sri Lanka License – Registration No. 123456 (Valid until 2030)
• Certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), British Psychological Society, UK (2017)
• Advanced Life Support in Psychiatry, American Psychiatric Association (2019)

• Clinical Skills: Diagnosis and treatment of depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders.
• Therapeutic Approaches: CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic therapy.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in electronic medical records (EMR) systems, including Meditech and OpenMRS.
• Cultural Competency: Deep understanding of Sri Lankan cultural nuances in mental health care, including language (Sinhala/Tamil/English) and traditional healing practices.

• Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists – Member since 2014
• South Asian Association for the Advancement of Psychiatry (SAAAP) – Active member and contributor to regional conferences.
• National Mental Health Association, Sri Lanka – Volunteer advisor on policy development.

• English (Fluent)
• Sinhala (Fluent)
• Tamil (Proficient)

Community Engagement: Founder of the "Colombo Mental Health Initiative," a nonprofit organization providing free counseling services to low-income families in Sri Lanka Colombo.

Publications:

• "Mental Health Challenges in Post-Conflict Sri Lanka," Journal of South Asian Psychiatry, 2019.
• "Cultural Adaptation of CBT for Sri Lankan Patients," International Journal of Mental Health Research, 2021.

Research Interests: Impact of trauma on mental health, integration of traditional medicine with modern psychiatry, and improving access to mental health care in urban settings like Colombo.

Available upon request. Contact Dr. A. S. Fernando at [email protected] for further details.

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