Durdans Hospital Reaffirms Leading Position with 3rd JCI Re-accreditation to Drive Medical Tourism in Sri Lanka

Durdans Hospital reaffirms once again its position as a leader in healthcare by securing the Joint Commission International, USA (JCI) reaccreditation for the 3rd time. While symbolising Durdans Hospital’s unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care and safety, this achievement also highlight’s Sri Lanka’s appeal as a destination for medical tourism. With Sri Lanka experiencing a tourism boom, and enjoying a robust, affordable, and reliable healthcare sector, led by institutions like Durans Hospital, the country is gaining a growing reputation for medial tourism. 

The JCI re-accreditation process involved a comprehensive evaluation by expert surveyors, who measured over 1,200 elements of the hospital’s processes and operations, covering areas such as patient care, safety protocols, hospital operations, and governance. Accordingly, Durdans Hospital was honoured with reaccreditation thanks to its implementation of advanced patient safety protocols, continuous quality improvement initiatives, comprehensive staff training programmes, and a commitment to patient-centred care. These efforts ensure that every aspect of patient care at Durdans is aligned with international best practices, contributing to superior clinical outcomes, patient safety, and operational efficiency. 

Mahanil Perera – Chief Operating Officer at Durdans Hospital commented, “Our ability to receive JCI reaccreditation is the result of the smart work and dedication of our entire team. It highlights our ongoing commitment to excellence in healthcare and our unwavering focus on patient safety and quality care. We are honoured to be recognised once again by the Gold Seal in healthcare from the Joint Commission International, in USA. It also gives Sri Lanka recognition in the global map as a medical tourist destination, giving high suitability for foreign nationals to visit the country for medical treatment purposes.”

Nishadi Vithanage – Senior Manager Quality Assurance added, “We are dedicated to meeting and exceeding all quality standards, which is reflected in this achievement. Our focus remains on delivering world-class healthcare services and continuously improving our protocols to meet the evolving needs of our patients.”

With a focus on delivering personalised and compassionate care, Durdans Hospital is well-prepared to cater to the needs of its patients – both local and foreign. The hospital’s advanced medical facilities, highly professional staff, and adherence to rigorous quality standards make it an attractive option for those seeking reliable and affordable medical care. Having received JCI reaccreditation, Durdans Hospital is poised to position Sri Lanka as a prime destination for medical tourism, supporting the national economy, and to attract new foreign currency revenue streams. 

For more information about Durdans Hospital and its services, please visit www.durdans.com, call 1344 from any network in Sri Lanka, or email contactus@durdans.com. 

About Joint Commission International (JCI) 

Joint Commission International is a division of the Joint Commission, which accredits and certifies nearly 21,000 healthcare organisations and programs in the United States. JCI extends this mission worldwide by helping to improve the quality of patient care in more than 100 countries. JCI standards are developed by international healthcare experts and leaders and are tested across all regions of the world.

 About Durdans Hospital

Durdans Hospital, located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, is a leading tertiary care healthcare provider with over 75 years of experience. The hospital offers advanced medical facilities with a panel of specialist consultants, highly professional & experienced medical and nursing staff, providing a wide range of outpatient and inpatient services, from routine health check-ups to complex surgeries, all delivered with a patient-centric approach. 

From left - Mrs. Janaki Ruwanpura (Chief Nursing Officer), Dr Dharani Jayasinghe (Manager- Medical Services), Dr Ravi Nanayakkara (Deputy Director - Medical Services),Mr Aminda Tudawe  (Executive Director), Mr Mahanil Perera  (Chief Operating Officer), Dr Thushari Perera  (Chief Medical Officer), Ms. Nishadi Vithanage  (Senior Manager - Quality Assurance)