Health Ministry wants Dr Ananda Wijewickrama to reconsider resignation

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In the wake of the decision taken by Dr Ananda Wijewickrama to resign from the Intercollegiate Technical Committee of the Director General of Health Services, the Health Ministry today invited Dr Wijewickrama to reconsider his decision.

Addressing a news briefing, Deputy Director-General of Health Services Dr Hemantha Herath said today that it is better that Dr Wijewickrama would reconsider his decision.

“Dr Wijewickrama has been one of the key medical professionals who immensely rendered his support and advise in the battle against COVID-19 pandemic in the country,” he pointed out.

“His decision to step down would badly affect the way forward in terms of eliminating COVID-19,” Dr Herath underscored.

However, he said they would respect his decision as it is his personal choice. (Sheain Fernandopulle)

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ravin Tuesday, 07 September 2021 02:50 PM

Professionals know they have better things to do with their knowledge rather than pursuing a set of swollen-headed idiots.

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Ravi Fernando Tuesday, 07 September 2021 03:32 PM

Dr Maintain your position. How can a hotelier advice the medical experts.

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Truth matter Tuesday, 07 September 2021 04:16 PM

All good medical experts are resigning not because they do not love this country but because they do not the respect they deserve by some elements . What can they do if politicians take decisions of medical experts ..what can they do if their skills; talent; knowledge; and expertise are appreciated. Sri Lanka has one of best cohorts of medical professionals . They are highly respected internationally for their deep knowledge and experience in medical field . In the UK alone more than 10.000 Sri Lankan doctors work with respect and appreciation . Yet in Sri Lankans they are not received and appreciated by some .. So they do not have alternative except to go with respect... Do not blame them but blame this group of thug politicians

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Borat Tuesday, 07 September 2021 04:41 PM

Put Mr 10% the fixer he will put house in order . Bloody idiots voted by 6.9mn voters made almost every house a funeral house in Sri Lanka

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Sunil Tuesday, 07 September 2021 04:57 PM

We appreciate the bold action taken by the two doctors. Please do not let these idiots rule over you.

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Sunil Tuesday, 07 September 2021 04:57 PM

We appreciate the bold action taken by the two doctors. Please do not let these idiots rule over you.

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maheeka Tuesday, 07 September 2021 04:59 PM

Hats off to Dr. Wijewickrama for all the services rendered and for showing that you have a backbone unlike others in most top posts

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Sam Silva Tuesday, 07 September 2021 05:29 PM

The government cares less and they will appoint a three wheeler .

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ANTON Tuesday, 07 September 2021 05:31 PM

THERE IS A BIG WAR BETWEEN HEALTH AND ECONOMY. ........ WE NEED BOTH.

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Gamini Wickrama Tuesday, 07 September 2021 05:39 PM

He is a very ethical doctor trying to his best so sometimes it is better to mind his own business. Treating patients at IDH. Country owes a debt of gratitude for your service.

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joshua Tuesday, 07 September 2021 06:15 PM

Do not listen to the SLPP stooges running the Health services.

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Lion Tuesday, 07 September 2021 06:48 PM

Dr please safeguard the dignity of your profession.These level headed idiots behave as they know every thing.

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Dilshan Perera Tuesday, 07 September 2021 06:59 PM

Might as well openly put Mr 10% as the replacement on the committee! He alone is the reason for this mess..

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MTD Tuesday, 07 September 2021 08:27 PM

Kick those buggers out and appoint a Chinese doctor for the position.

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Observer Wednesday, 08 September 2021 01:27 PM

Dr. W. looks a professional with strict scruples and would not back down.

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