Dr Thellamurege Samaranayaka

Dr Thellamurege Samaranayaka is a dedicated Consultant Rheumatologist who provides expert medical care for patients experiencing a wide range of joint, bone, muscle, and autoimmune conditions. With a practice centred on compassionate, evidence-based care, Dr Samaranayaka focuses on helping individuals navigate complex musculoskeletal and systemic inflammatory disorders. Patients benefit from a supportive clinical environment where thorough diagnostic evaluations, clear communication, and tailored treatment plans are continually prioritised.

As a Specialist in Rheumatology, Dr Samaranayaka possesses advanced clinical expertise in connective tissue diseases, with a major emphasis on systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) and Raynaud's phenomenon. Dr Samaranayaka is actively involved in clinical research and microvascular assessment techniques, such as thermography and vascular imaging, to evaluate circulation and organ involvement in autoimmune conditions. Additional areas of clinical focus encompass inflammatory arthritis, inflammatory muscle diseases, localised scleroderma, and the administration of specialised joint injections alongside routine blood monitoring for complex drug therapies.

Dr Samaranayaka completed medical education at the University of Peradeniya, earning a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree, before undertaking comprehensive postgraduate specialist training in Rheumatology in the United Kingdom. Dr Samaranayaka maintains active professional engagement with leading rheumatological research groups and educational initiatives, contributing to international clinical trials and the development of clinical guidelines.

Dr Samaranayaka is committed to a holistic, patient-centred approach to care, ensuring that individuals and their families receive comprehensive education about their conditions. By collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, Dr Samaranayaka aims to empower patients, optimise long-term symptom management, and improve daily quality of life.