The official annual conference organized by the National Stroke Association of Sri Lanka
President
National Stroke Association of Sri Lanka (NSASL)
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE
Dear Colleagues,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the International Stroke Conference Sri Lanka 2025 (ISCSL 2025), organized by the National Stroke Association of Sri Lanka (NSASL). As the premier annual stroke conference in Sri Lanka, ISCSL continues to serve as a vital platform for knowledge exchange, research collaboration, and professional development in stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
This year’s conference will bring together leading experts, researchers, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advancements in stroke care. Our scientific program will feature plenary sessions, workshops, and interactive discussions designed to foster innovation and improve patient outcomes. With online registration available, we aim to ensure accessibility for all participants, both local and international.
Beyond the academic sessions, I encourage our international delegates to take the opportunity to explore Sri Lanka- a breath-taking destination known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. From golden beaches and lush tea plantations to ancient cultural sites, Sri Lanka offers a unique experience that seamlessly blends scientific engagement with leisure and adventure.
On behalf of NSASL, I warmly invite you to join us for ISCSL 2025 and contribute to this dynamic exchange of knowledge. Together, let us advance stroke care and make a meaningful impact on global health.
I look forward to welcoming you in Sri Lanka!
LOCAL AND FOREIGN DELEGATES
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
| Time | Session Title | Speaker |
| 08:00 – 08:30 | Registration | – |
| 08:30 – 08:35 | Address by President NSASL | Dr. Gamini Pathirana |
| 08:35 – 08:40 | Address by President APSO | Prof. N. V. Ramani |
| 08:40 – 08:45 | Address by President ASN | Dr. Ajantha Keshavaraj |
| 08:45 – 09:15 | Tenecteplase in Acute Ischemic Stroke Current Evidence and Future Directions | Prof. Henry Ma |
| 09:15 – 09:45 | Intracranial Arterial Stenosis Advances in Diagnosis and Management | Prof. Nijasri Suwanwela |
| 09:45 – 10:15 | Infections and Stroke – A Two-Way Street | Prof. N. V. Ramani |
| 10:15 – 10:45 | Stroke Rehabilitation in Resource-Limited Settings | Prof. Rajinder Dhamija |
| 10:45 – 11:15 | Tea Break | – |
| 11:15 – 11:45 | Thrombectomy in Patients Excluded from Guidelines Whether to Do It or Not | Prof. Henry Ma |
| 11:45 – 12:15 | Optimizing Care for Carotid Stenosis From Screening to Surgery | Dr. Joel Arudchelvam |
| 12:15 – 12:45 | Development of Stroke Services in Resource-Limited Settings | Prof. Tissa Wijeratne |
| 12:45 – 13:15 | Hypercoagulable States in Stroke: Worth Testing? | Prof. N. V. Ramani |
| 13:15 – 14:15 | Lunch Break | – |
| 14:15 – 14:45 | Preventing Cardioembolic Stroke Advances in Risk Assessment and Management | Prof. Nijasri Suwanwela |
| 14:45 – 15:15 | Navigating Stroke Spasticity Emerging Therapies and Multidisciplinary Solutions | Dr. Vishwa Kalansooriya |
| 15:15 – 15:45 | Revolutionising Acute Stroke Care The Role of Artificial Intelligence | Prof. James Teo |
| 15:45 – 16:45 | Quiz | Dr. A. T. Alibhoy |
| 16:45 – 17:00 | Tea Break | – |
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