Nawaloka Hospitals expands surgical excellence with 16 operating theatres

• Marks 41 years of success

As Nawaloka Hospitals Colombo celebrates another milestone in its journey, the hospital is entering its next chapter with a clear focus on expanding surgical capacity, strengthening clinical readiness and creating greater convenience for both consultants and patients.

A significant step in this journey is the expansion of its operating theatre complex from 12 to 16 theatres. More than an expansion of physical infrastructure, this represents Nawaloka Colombo’s readiness to support the evolving needs of modern surgical practice and provide consultants with the environment, resources and trained teams required to deliver specialised care.

 The announcement coincided with the celebration of the 41th anniversary of Nawaloka Hospitals.

The theatre complex is designed to support a broad spectrum of surgical disciplines, including general and laparoscopic surgery, cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, orthopaedics and spine surgery, vascular surgery, urology, transplantation, plastic and reconstructive surgery, ENT and head and neck surgery, ophthalmology, paediatric surgery, and gynaecological and obstetric surgery. This multidisciplinary capability brings a wide range of surgical expertise together within one integrated hospital environment.

For consultants, this means an operating environment built around clinical preparedness and efficiency. Behind every theatre is a multidisciplinary team of nurses, anaesthetists, surgical technicians and perioperative professionals who are continuously trained and prepared to meet the demands of modern surgery. The emphasis is not simply on having advanced theatres, but on ensuring that the people operating within them are equipped with the knowledge, skills and readiness required to support consultants throughout the surgical journey.

This readiness extends beyond the operating room. Nawaloka Colombo’s surgical services are supported by 24-hour emergency services, intensive and critical care, advanced imaging, laboratory diagnostics, blood bank facilities, specialised anaesthesia and postoperative monitoring. This integrated infrastructure enables patients to move efficiently from consultation and diagnosis through surgery, recovery and rehabilitation.

For patients and their families, the expansion means greater access, improved convenience and increased flexibility. With additional theatre capacity, Nawaloka Colombo is positioned to accommodate both scheduled and emergency procedures while supporting smoother patient flow and reducing pressure created by growing surgical demand.

The hospital’s theatres operate around the clock and support procedures ranging from routine surgery to complex cardiac, neurological, orthopaedic, transplant and cancer-related interventions. Existing facilities include laminar airflow theatres designed for high-precision neuro and orthopaedic procedures, supporting stringent infection-control requirements and clean operating conditions.

With approximately 13,000 surgeries performed annually, the expansion reflects both the demand for Nawaloka Colombo’s surgical services and its continuing investment in the future of surgical care.

As Nawaloka Hospitals Colombo expands from 12 to 16 operating theatres, the message is clear: the hospital is preparing not only for more surgeries, but for the future of surgical practice — with modern infrastructure, highly trained teams, comprehensive supporting services and an environment designed to help consultants practice with confidence while giving patients greater access to seamless, specialised care.