Melstacorp PLC has introduced a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative through the Urology and Kidney Transplant Centre at Melsta Hospitals Ragama – wherein Melstacorp will sponsor Rs.1,000,000 every month for a deserving patient undergoing kidney transplantation at Melsta Hospitals, Ragama.
The sponsorship, offered to a selected deserving patient every month, can effectively cover over 30% to 35% of the total surgery and related costs.
An independent committee will evaluate and select the most deserving patient each month based on the financial background and the impact of the surgery on the individual and their family.
The selected patient will receive sponsorship upon approval by the Ministry of Health to carry out the transplant according to the Government approved protocol.
The financial burden associated with this complex procedure has made it challenging for many patients to pursue the life-saving treatment, exacerbated by economic conditions impacting government healthcare services.
Managing Director of Melstacorp, Sampath Perera said, “Having operated the Urology and Kidney Transplant Centre since 2020, we had first hand understanding of the grave challenges faced by patients in need of kidney transplants.
“That’s why the leadership of Melstacorp decided to use the expertise and resources at our disposal and put forth this unique initiative to help those deserving individuals and their families. It is also well-aligned with Melstacorp’s broad vision of ‘Responsible Diversity’ and resonates well with the mission Melsta Health is set on,” he said.
Executive Director of Melsta Hospitals Ragama and Director/CEO at Melsta Health, Dr. K. Thiyagarajah Iraivan said, “The most unique thing about this initiative is that it is not time-bound. As long as Melsta Hospitals Ragama operates its Urology and Kidney Transplant Center, we are committed to providing relief to deserving patients and their families. “That means we will be part of one deserving patient’s and his family’s reason for happiness every month. Without a doubt, it is the greatest honor for a corporate organisation,” said.
Since the rebranding in 2020, Melsta Health has invested in upgrading Melsta Hospitals Ragama.
General Manager, Melsta Hospitals Ragama, Ms. Roshitta Nirooshan said, “The Urology and Kidney Transplant Center at Melsta Hospitals is one of the most advanced and reputed among such centres in the country. The fact that despite being a regional hospital, thousands of patients from across the country, from Jaffna to Matara, seek the Centere’s medical support, is a testimony to our success.
“We are more than pleased to continue the new CSR initiative and further strengthen our mission for the well-being of deserving Sri Lankans out there,” she said.
