Healing through nature
A Dedicated Practitioner of Holistic Healing in Sri Lanka
I am Dr. Sewwandi R. De Silva, a passionate and experienced Ayurvedic physician practicing in Matugama, Sri Lanka. My journey to becoming an Ayurvedic doctorbegan at Sanghamitta Girls College, Galle, where my academic excellence paved theway for my selection to the prestigious Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery(BAMS) program at the University of Colombo.
Our objectivesearning a second class honours bams degree in 2014 opened doors to a fulfillingcareer dedicated to the principles of holistic wellness. Ayurveda's focus on treating theroot cause of disease and minimizing side effects through effective herbal remediestruly resonated with me. This resonated particularly due to my ancestral lineage, whichincludes a traditional sarpa vedakama practitioner.
After completing my six-year undergraduate program, I embarked on a year-longinternship at esteemed government ayurvedic hospitals like borella nationalayurvedic teaching hospital, lunawa district ayurveda hospital, and gampahawickrmaarachchi ayurveda hospital. This diverse internship not only enriched myclinical skills but also exposed me to the intricacies of traditional kadum bidumpractices.
Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a desire to offer comprehensive care, I pursuedfurther qualifications.
These credentials complement my core Ayurvedic skillset, enabling me to offer customizedtreatment plans that address both physical and aesthetic concerns.
Since 2020, I have honed my clinical expertise at my personal Ayurvedic clinic inMatugama. Additionally, I have served as a visiting doctor at Villa Welmirah and heldthe position of main Ayurvedic Doctor at Nivarthana Ayurveda for over two years.These enriching experiences have enabled me to build lasting relationships withdiverse patients and collaborate with reputable healthcare institutions.
As an Ayurvedic doctor, I am committed to promoting holistic wellness within the SriLankan community. I believe Ayurveda's unique approach to health and well-beingoffers immense potential for disease prevention, management, and individualempowerment. My mission is to share this ancient wisdom with patients, whilecontinually exploring innovative ways to integrate Ayurveda into modern healthcarepractises
I am excited about the future of Ayurveda and its potential to contribute to a healthierand happier world. I remain committed to continuous learning, collaboration, andinnovation, striving to be a recognized leader in the field of Ayurvedic medicine in SriLanka and beyond.