Written by Jiffry• June 28, 2026• 10:21 am• Current Affairs • Views: 21

GMOA Elects New President and Secretary for 2026/27

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has elected a new leadership team for the 2026/27 term. The new office bearers will represent government doctors in discussions on public healthcare, medical workforce issues and health sector policies over the coming year.

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has elected a new leadership team for the 2026/27 term during its Annual General Meeting.

Specialist Dr. Chandika Epitakaduwa was elected President of the association, while Dr. Bandara Warakagoda was elected Secretary.

The Executive Committee and the Central Committee for the 2026/27 term were also elected uncontested.

The GMOA is one of the country’s largest medical professional organizations. It represents government medical officers and regularly engages with health authorities on public healthcare, doctors’ working conditions, medical staffing and health sector policies.

The newly elected office bearers will lead the association during the coming year and represent its members in discussions with the Ministry of Health and other government institutions on matters affecting the public health sector.

The association has not yet announced its priorities for the new term. Further details are expected after the newly elected leadership formally assumes office.