WORLD CANCER DAY 2026
WORLD CANCER DAY 2026Awareness • Prevention • Integrative Care In observance of World Cancer Day 2026, the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM) proudly presents a distinguished academic and public awareness programme dedicated to advancing knowledge on cancer prevention, early detection, and integrative care. This programme brings together modern medical perspectives and Indigenous medical wisdom […]
Workshop on “Anula Review (AR)” and “Workplace Based Assessment (WPBA)
Workshop on “Anual Review (AR)” and “Work Place Based Assessment (WPBA) was conducted by Dr. Manori Amarajeewa (Membet of the Specialty Board of Shalya Tanta) at the board room of the PGIIM on 6th February 2025 for the members of the Specialty Boards of Siddha Gunapadam and Siddha Maruthuwam, and Board of Study of Siddha […]
WORLD CANCER DAY 2026Awareness • Prevention • Integrative Care The Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM) presents a distinguished academic and awareness programme in observance of World Cancer Day 2026, highlighting integrative and Indigenous approaches to cancer prevention and compassionate care. 📅 3 February 2026🕐 1.00 PM📍 Main AuditoriumNational Ayurveda Teaching Hospital, Borella 🎙 Keynote Addresses […]
Professor SMS Samarakoon, The Director of PGIIM Honoured for 25 Years of Dedicated Service
Professor SMS Samarakoon, Director of the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM), University of Colombo, has been recognized for completing 25 years of distinguished service to the University of Colombo. This prestigious recognition highlights his longstanding commitment, leadership, and significant contributions to the advancement of higher education and indigenous medical education in Sri Lanka. Throughout […]
Best Performer of the Year 2025
Ms. J. A. N. V. Jayasuriya, Management Assistant, was awarded the Best Performer of the Year 2025 in the Non-Academic Staff Category at the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine. The Director and the staff sincerely appreciate her outstanding contributions, dedication, and commitment to the effective and smooth functioning of the Institute. We warmly congratulate her […]
The Journal of the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (JPGIIM) was officially launched on 18 December 2025
The Journal of the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (JPGIIM) was officially launched on 18 December 2025 at the Board of Management Meeting, chaired by the Director and Editor-in-Chief, Professor S. M. S. Samarakoon. The copies of the inaugural issue of JPGIIM were presented by the Director, PGIIM, to Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor […]
Workshop on Strengthening Preparedness for Postgraduate Programme Review
The Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM), University of Colombo, conducted a workshop for the Board of Study (BoS), Specialty Boards (SPBs), and academic and non academic staff on Strengthening Preparedness for Postgraduate Programme Review. The workshop was held at 9.00 a.m. on Tuesday, 11th November 2025, at the PGIIM premises. This session was highly […]
PGIIM Conducts Orientation Ceremony for New Batches of MD in Ayurveda and Siddha
The Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM), University of Colombo, conducted the Orientation Ceremony for the 4th Batch of the MD in Ayurveda and Board Certification and the 1st Batch of the MD in Siddha and Board Certification on 25th October 2025 at the PGIIM premises. The event was graced by the members of all […]
ISAUS PGIIM 2025 – 2nd International Symposium on Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha Medicine , Theme: “Preserving Heritage Through Quality Research”
ISAUS PGIIM 2025 – 2nd International Symposium on Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha Medicine Theme: “Preserving Heritage Through Quality Research” The 2nd International Symposium on Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha Medicine (ISAUS PGIIM 2025) was successfully held on 17th and 18th October 2025 at the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM), University of Colombo. The occasion was […]
Professor SMS Samarakoon-Director/PGIIM, Delivers Keynote Address at AYUR GERICON 2025, ITRA Jamnagar, India
Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) in Jamnagar, Gujarat India, conducted “AYUR GERICON 2025: International Conference on Geriatric Health Care in Ayurveda” on 14 – 16th October, 2025 on the occasion of Foundation Day Celebration of the Institute. Professor SMS Samarakoon, Director of the Postgraduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (PGIIM), University of Colombo […]