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Ninewells Hospital extends special benefits to Agrahara beneficiaries

10 Sep 2024 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}      


Ninewells Hospital has further strengthened its commitment to serving the nation by renewing its memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF). 

This agreement, which was signed recently, enhances the existing partnership aimed at improving access to quality healthcare for government employees covered under the Agrahara insurance scheme. 

The renewed MoU outlines collaborative efforts to streamline service delivery, promote preventive care and introduce special discounts on various healthcare services, including maternity admissions, paediatric surgeries, gynaecology and other surgeries, fertility treatments, laboratory and radiology services.Through this partnership, Ninewells Hospital reaffirms its role as a key healthcare provider for those who have dedicated their lives to public service. 

Discussing the significance of the partnership, Ninewells Hospital Director/CEO Dr. Vibash Wijeratne said, “Our collaboration with the National Insurance Trust Fund marks an important step in our ongoing mission to provide superior healthcare to Government employees. We are proud to extend our services and provide special benefits to Agrahara beneficiaries, ensuring they receive the highest quality care at every stage of life. This partnership reflects our unwavering commitment to contributing to the overall improvement of health in Sri Lanka.”

The hospital’s comprehensive healthcare offerings extend beyond its renowned women’s and children’s services to include general surgery and other medical services, ensuring that Agrahara beneficiaries receive holistic and high-quality care.

As part of its commitment to beneficiaries of the Agrahara insurance scheme, Ninewells Hospital will also introduce several initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes, including preventive health programmes and tailored healthcare packages that offer substantial savings. This approach aligns with the hospital’s long-standing tradition of compassionate, family-centred care, providing patients with both convenience and peace of mind.