Neurology for Longevity — Adding Life to Years

It is a profound honour to serve as the 20th President of the Association of Sri Lankan Neurologists (ASN). As the professional body representing neurologists, paediatric neurologists, and neurophysiologists across our nation, ASN has upheld the highest standards of neurological care since its inception in 2007 — a legacy of excellence built over nearly two decades.

This year, our theme — Neurology for Longevity: Adding Life to Years — speaks to a vision that extends far beyond our clinics. True longevity means ageing with both physical strength and cognitive vitality. It means preserving the ability to move, to think, to connect, and to live independently — with dignity and purpose — throughout the full course of life.

Sri Lanka stands at a pivotal demographic crossroads. With a falling birth rate and a projected old-age dependency ratio of 2.3 by 2041, the neurological burden on our ageing population will intensify significantly. Protecting both the body and the brain from the earliest stages of life is no longer optional — it is a national imperative.

To achieve this, ASN is committed to working across disciplines — with physicians, geriatricians, rehabilitation specialists, public health professionals, and policymakers — to drive meaningful, systemic change. Our ambition reaches beyond individual patient care. We aim to influence national healthcare policy, embedding the principles of neurological longevity into Sri Lanka’s broader health strategy, so that every citizen — regardless of background — benefits in the years to come.

Let us build a Sri Lanka where long life is matched by a life well-lived — in mind, body, and spirit.

With deepest respect and commitment to our profession,

President, Association of Sri Lankan Neurologists (ASN) 20th President