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Prof. Kumudu R. Weerasekera
Dr. Chula Wijeratne
Prof. Kumudu R. Weerasekera

Professor & Consultant Physician (Ayurveda)

Prof. Kumudu R. Weerasekera

Prof. Weerasekera is a highly decorated academic and the Editor-in-Chief of the Sri Lanka Journal of Indigenous Medicine. Graduating at the top of her class from the University of Colombo, she holds a PhD combining Ayurvedic Medicine and Sanskrit. She has been awarded the prestigious Senate Award for Research Excellence (2023) and the RULA International Excellent Researcher Award (2018)[cite: 1]. Her clinical practice is backed by advanced training in Ashtavaidya Keraliya Panchakarma in India and Traditional Chinese Medicine in China[cite: 1].

  • Phone : 071-8476621
  • Email : kumuduwe@fim.cmb.ac.lk
  • Experience : 30 Years
  • Qualifications : BAMS (1st Class), PhD (Ayurveda & Sanskrit), MPhil, PG Dip (Hospital Management)

Core Expertise & Clinical Focus

Specialized treatment environments engineered to bring balanced restorative health solutions across a variety of conditions.

  • Keraliya Panchakarma
  • Kayachikitsa
  • Nidana Chikitsa
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture

Research & Publications

  • Appointed as the Editor-in-Chief of the peer-reviewed Sri Lanka Journal of Indigenous Medicine and executive reviewer for international STM journals[cite: 1].
  • Honored with the Senate Award for Research Excellence (2023) and the RULA International Excellent Researcher Award in Ayurveda Clinical Medicine[cite: 1].
  • Published groundbreaking clinical trials evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of herbo-mineral formulations like Chandraprabha Vati on Albuminuria[cite: 1].
  • Conducted extensive ethnomedical surveys documenting traditional formulations and remedies for Arshas (Haemorrhoids) and Peenas Roga (Allergic Rhinitis)[cite: 1].
  • Led comparative phytochemical and basic analytical studies on traditional recipes, including Arjuna Ksheera Paaka and Neelyadi Taila[cite: 1].

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Dr. Chula Wijeratne

Medical Officer Grade 1 & Specialized Clinical Researcher

Dr. Chula Wijeratne

Dr. Chula Wijeratne is a senior Medical Officer Grade 1 at the Bandaranayake Memorial Ayurveda Research Institute (BMARI), Nawinna. He holds a postgraduate diploma from the Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, and specialized clinical certification in Acupuncture and Tuina from China. A prominent figure in national health policy, he served as a steering committee member for the National Project of Diabetes Prevention and has co-chaired multiple international symposia (Ayurex and ISAIM)[cite: 2].

  • Phone : 0773-417500
  • Email : Chula.wijerathna@yahoo.com
  • Experience : 30 Years
  • Qualifications : BAMS, PG Diploma in Food & Nutrition, Cert. (Acupuncture & Moxibustion)

Core Expertise & Clinical Focus

Specialized treatment environments engineered to bring balanced restorative health solutions across a variety of conditions.

  • Ayurvedic Dermatology (Psoriasis)
  • Trichology (Hair Care Clinics)
  • Joint Disorders & Arthritis
  • Chinese Acupuncture

Research & Publications

  • Served as Chief Investigator evaluating the clinical efficacy and system success of traditional Ayurvedic treatments for Psoriasis[cite: 2].
  • Investigated the protective properties of Balya, Medya, Rasayana, and Vageekarana natural substances against chronic degenerative conditions[cite: 2].
  • Pioneered clinical research on the effects of ATR-1, ATR-2, and KR herbal oils for treating Akala Palitha (premature hair loss and graying)[cite: 2].
  • Analyzed the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetic profiles of Mahakadiraka Ghrita in targeted clinical management protocols[cite: 2].
  • Formulated customized diabetic menu guidelines and published research on the impact of cereals and legumes in metabolic care[cite: 2].

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