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Theekshana Pathirana
Surgeon and Oncological Surgeon

Theekshana Pathirana

MD Surgery (colombo), Post MD Surgical Oncology (Colombo), MRCS Glasgow UK and 7 more

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About Theekshana Pathirana

Theekshana Pathirana is a consultant oncological surgeon with a focus on breast, head and neck, and colorectal cancer surgery. Their training includes fellowships in oncoplastic breast surgery, advanced colorectal and peritoneal cancer surgery, and head and neck surgery, and they are a locum consultant breast surgeon in the UK. If you or a family member is facing a cancer diagnosis or needs surgery for a tumour, they are a surgeon to consider. They practise across Sri Lanka, with most sessions in Colombo and Badulla.

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Qualifications

  • MD Surgery (colombo)cancercare.lk
  • Post MD Surgical Oncology (Colombo)cancercare.lk
  • MRCS Glasgow UKcancercare.lk
  • Fellowship Oncoplastic Breast Surgery and Reconstruction (University Hospitals Derby and Burton UK)cancercare.lk
  • Fellowship in Advanced colorectal and Peritoneal cancer surgery (The Christie NHS Trust UK)cancercare.lk
  • Honorary fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery ( Birmingham University Trust )cancercare.lk
  • PG Cert in Medical Education (Edgehill University UK)cancercare.lk
  • PG Diploma HBP Surgery (Tech University )cancercare.lk
  • PG Diploma in Peritoneal Malignant Disease (Tech University)cancercare.lk
  • PG Cert Aesthetic Breast Surgery (Tech University)cancercare.lk

Appointments

  • Consultant Oncosurgeon - Ministry Of Health Sri Lankacancercare.lk
  • Locum Consultant Breast Surgeon - University Hospitals Derby and Burton UKcancercare.lk
  • Senior Clinical Fellow - Oncoplastic Breast Surgery - University Hospitals Derby and Burton UKcancercare.lk
  • Senior Clinical Fellow - Advanced Colorectal and Peritoneal Cancer Surgery - The Christie NHS UKcancercare.lk
  • Consultant Oncosurgeon - Teaching Hospital Anuradhapura Sri Lankacancercare.lk

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What to expect at a consultation

Bring any previous scans, biopsy results, and a list of current medications. At a first appointment, the surgeon will review your history, examine you, and may order further tests. Ask about the recommended surgery, recovery time, and whether you will need additional treatment like chemotherapy or radiotherapy.

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Where and when they practise

Dr. Pathirana consults at 12 hospitals, including Asiri Surgical, Asiri Central, Durdans, and Central Hospital Badulla, with 48 weekly sessions. They are available every day of the week, and the consultation fee ranges from Rs 4,400 to Rs 9,600. Bookings can be made through eChannelling or Doc990.

Practice locations for Theekshana Pathirana, with the days consulted and the consultation fee.
LocationDaysFee
Central Hospital BadullaMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, SunLKR 7,000
Hemas Hospital ThalawathugodaMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, SatLKR 8,900
Asiri Central Hospital Norris Canal RoadMon, Thu, Sat, SunLKR 8,900
Asiri Surgical Hospital KirimandalaMon, Fri, Sat, SunLKR 8,900
Borella Winsetha Medical HospitalMon, Wed, Thu, SunLKR 7,600
Durdans Hospital Colombo 03Mon, Fri, Sat, SunLKR 6,150
Dr. Neville Fernando Teaching HospitalFri, Sat, SunLKR 9,400
Medihelp Hospitals - PiliyandalaSat, SunLKR 8,200
Winlanka HospitalSat, SunLKR 9,200
Medihelp Hospital-AthurugiriyaThuLKR 8,200
Nawaloka Hospital-NegomboSatLKR 9,600
Peoples Hospital (SunLKR 4,400

Days and fees change. Confirm on eChannelling or Doc990 before you travel.

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Questions about Theekshana Pathirana

What types of cancer does this doctor treat?
They treat breast cancer, head and neck cancer, and colorectal cancer, including advanced cases involving the peritoneum.
Where does this doctor practise?
They consult at several hospitals, including Asiri Surgical, Asiri Central, Durdans, and Central Hospital Badulla, among others.
How much does a consultation cost?
The consultation fee is between Rs 4,400 and Rs 9,600.
Is this doctor available on weekends?
Yes, they have sessions every day of the week, including weekends.
Can I book a teleconsultation?
No, teleconsultation is not currently offered.
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