Negombo, 22nd of December 2023 – Asia Corp Holdings, in collaboration with Healthy Life Clinic based in the USA and Sri Lanka, has recently invested over Rs. 1 million in the acquisition and revitalization of St. Joseph Hospital, situated at St. Joseph’s Street, Negombo.
According to Sunil De Silva, Director, and CEO, “Following its recent acquisition, the hospital has undergone an extensive upgrade, refurbishment, and augmentation of medical resources and infrastructure.”
The comprehensive redevelopment initiative encompasses a range of enhancements, including the expansion of in-patient beds, a substantial increase in specialist and resident doctors, two state-of-the-art channeling centers, 27 well-equipped channeling rooms, an eye surgery center, in-house emergency ambulance services, specialized children’s wards, all spanning across four floors.
De Silva further highlighted the ongoing commitment, stating, “We will further invest to make it a 51-bed hospital by the end of the first quarter of 2024, positioning it as the largest private hospital in Negombo.”
The relaunched St. Joseph Hospital is now equipped with increased capacity and technologically advanced infrastructure to address the growing demand for medical care in Negombo. “Most of our equipment has been imported from the USA,” added De Silva.
To ensure a higher quality of healthcare, the majority of medicines used in the hospital are directly imported from the USA, enhancing the overall patient experience.
“Our healthcare system stands out for its efficiency and effectiveness, offering state-of-the-art government-approved digital X-rays and high-tech laboratories for superior health reporting and analysis,” stated De Silva.
Given the extensive network of medical care facilities in the USA, parties involved will have the option to refer their medical reports online to US doctors for expert opinions.
The hospital is at the forefront of the future of healthcare with telehealth and chat consultation services, ensuring expert medical guidance is readily accessible.
“Our strategy is to invest and improve healthcare infrastructure in Sri Lanka, fully prepared to address the evolving needs of a rapidly growing populace seeking specialized health services,” affirmed De Silva. St. Joseph Hospital operates round-the-clock, providing 24-hour emergency services and cutting-edge medical care.
De Silva also announced a groundbreaking development, stating, “We have tied up with all insurance companies in Sri Lanka to ensure patients using our OPD will be covered under insurance. This is a first for Sri Lanka.”
When questioned about plans for additional hospitals in similar locations, De Silva acknowledged the challenges within the Sri Lankan healthcare sector but expressed optimism, stating, “While we don’t have immediate plans, we remain committed to transforming healthcare in Sri Lanka and addressing the needs of our communities.
