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Sri Lanka College of Cardiology mourns the passing of pioneering Cardiologist Dr. Thenabadu
View(s):A well-known heart doctor who had made significant contributions to the advancement of this field in Sri Lanka passed away this week (on Wednesday), with the Sri Lanka College of Cardiology mourning his loss and paying major tribute to him.
Pioneering and visionary Cardiologist Dr. Nihal Thenabadu whose contributions revolutionised this field, was appointed to the General Hospital Colombo (now National Hospital of Sri Lanka – NHSL) in 1971 as the Physician-in-Charge of the Cardiac Investigation Unit. In 1987, he took up the post of Consultant Cardiologist at the Institute of Cardiology, where he served until his retirement in 2001.
A true visionary, he brought cardiology into the 21st century through his innovative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence. He pioneered coronary stenting, utilisation of cardiac devices and other interventions for both adult and paediatric cardiology. He was also instrumental in introducing the specialties of Cardiac Electrophysiology and Paediatric Cardiology, leaving an indelible mark on the medical community. 
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Thenabadu had not only been a trailblazer in cardiology but also a dedicated mentor who trained several generations of interventional cardiologists. His passion for teaching and sharing knowledge influenced countless medical professionals and helped shape the future of cardiology in Sri Lanka.
While the Sri Lanka College of Cardiology mourned the loss of a true visionary and extended its heartfelt condolences to Dr. Thenabadu’s family, friends and colleagues, it was of the firm belief that his legacy would continue to inspire and guide the next generation of cardiologists as they strive to build upon his remarkable achievements.
The cremation of Dr. Thenabadu took place at Kanatte yesterday.
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