Annual Academic Sessions 2026

Join us for three days of cutting-edge research, networking, and professional development in transfusion medicine

Event Date
2026-10-15
Venue
Grand Convention Center, Colombo

About the Conference

The Sri Lanka College of Transfusion Physicians is proud to present the Annual Academic Sessions 2026, bringing together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners in transfusion medicine. This premier event features cutting-edge research presentations, interactive workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities in the field of transfusion medicine and blood safety.

Featured Faculty

Dr. Rajesh Kumar

Dr. Rajesh Kumar

MBBS, MD, FRCP

Professor of Hematology

University of Colombo

Dr. Priya Wickramasinghe

Dr. Priya Wickramasinghe

MBBS, MD, PhD

Consultant Transfusion Medicine

National Blood Transfusion Service

Prof. Ananda Fernando

Prof. Ananda Fernando

MBBS, MD, FRCP, FRCPA

Head of Department

Colombo Medical Faculty

Programme Highlights

Registration & Welcome Coffee

General

Registration desk opens. Welcome refreshments for all delegates.

📅 October 15, 2026 🕐 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Opening Ceremony

Keynote

Welcome address by the President of SLCTP and inauguration of the conference.

📅 October 15, 2026 🕐 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM 👤 Prof. Ananda Fernando

Keynote: Advances in Blood Component Therapy

Keynote

Latest developments in blood component separation, storage, and therapeutic applications.

📅 October 15, 2026 🕐 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 👤 Dr. Rajesh Kumar

Tea Break

Break

Networking break with refreshments.

📅 October 15, 2026 🕐 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Oral Presentations: Blood Safety

Oral

Selected research presentations on blood safety protocols.

📅 October 15, 2026 🕐 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 👤 Various Presenters

Our Sponsors

MediCorp Pharmaceuticals
HealthTech Solutions
BioMed Laboratories
Global Medical Supplies
Advanced Diagnostics Inc

Ready to Join Us?

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of Sri Lanka's premier transfusion medicine conference