The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Moratuwa is committed to excellence in teaching, clinical care, and women’s health research. The department plays a pivotal role in preparing medical students to understand, manage, and support the unique healthcare needs of women through all stages of life—from adolescence to menopause and beyond.
Obstetrics focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care, while Gynaecology deals with the diagnosis and treatment of conditions related to the female reproductive system. Together, these disciplines are essential for medical students to master as part of comprehensive clinical training.
Teaching and Clinical Contributions
The department actively contributes to the undergraduate MBBS curriculum, especially in the Clinical Sciences Stream. Teaching is delivered through interactive lectures, clinical ward rounds, outpatient clinics, labour room observations, and surgical theatre sessions. Students gain hands-on experience and develop skills in:
- Antenatal and postnatal care
- Normal and high-risk pregnancy management
- Labour and delivery procedures
- Gynaecological disorders and surgeries
- Family planning and reproductive health
Clinical training is primarily conducted at the Teaching Hospital Kalutara, with additional exposure at Base Hospitals in Horana and Panadura.
Future Directions
The department aims to strengthen its clinical services by developing a fully equipped University Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit at the Teaching Hospital Kalutara. Plans include introducing simulation-based learning, expanding research in maternal and child health, and offering postgraduate training in collaboration with national and international institutions.
Through its integrated teaching approach and focus on compassionate, evidence-based care, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology plays a vital role in shaping future medical professionals who are capable, confident, and patient-centred.