DR. AZAM MUHAMMED SHERIFFDEEN
Akurana,SRI LANKA
Summary
Medical doctor and family physician with 25 years of part-time general practice and 24 years of clinical service in the Sri Lanka Ministry of Health. Experience across family medicine, internal medicine, dermatology, cardiology, and sexual and reproductive health in secondary and tertiary settings. Postgraduate Diploma in Family Medicine, University of Colombo, and Fellowship in Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Family Physician
Healthy Life Medical Clinic
Akurana, Sri Lanka
04.2001 - Current
- Provided family and general medical care in community-based private practice.
- Supported wide range of primary care concerns and delivered ongoing patient care.
- Built long-term clinical relationships with patients and families.
- Completed 25 years of part-time clinical practice.
- Special interest in skin and cosmetic issues and procedures.
- Prescribed medications and adjusted treatment plans for ongoing patient needs
- Conducted preventive screenings and routine health examinations in clinic
- Coordinated referrals with specialists and community healthcare providers
- Counseled families on nutrition, immunizations, and lifestyle health habits
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
Medical Officer — VP OPD Clinic / Internal Medicine
District General Hospital
Matale
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Supported patient care at VP OPD Clinic, focusing on internal medicine management.
- Assisted with patient admission processing and discharge record updates at District General Hospital.
Medical Officer — Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinic
RDHS Office
Matale
02.2013 - 09.2023
- Delivered clinical services in a specialized sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS clinic, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- Assessed and managed patients in a specialized sexual-health service, contributing to improved health outcomes.
- Conducted Advocacy programmes for government officials and policy makers, health awareness programs for School teachers, Youth groups and school students in English , Sinhala and Tamil Languages.
Medical Officer — Dermatology Unit
District General Hospital
Matale
11.2007 - 02.2013
- Accumulated six years of clinical experience providing patient care in a hospital Dermatology Unit.
- Assessed and documented various dermatological conditions to support accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharge paperwork across district hospital departments.
- Monitored medical records, registers, and confidential files for accurate hospital documentation.
- Supported clinical staff with ward supplies, schedules, and daily administrative tasks.
Medical Officer — Cardiology
National Hospital
Kandy
11.2005 - 11.2007
- Acquired hands-on clinical experience in high-pressure cardiology setting, managing patient care and treatment plans.
- Maintained confidential medical records and updated patient files at National Hospital.
RHO
National Hospital
Kandy
04.2001 - 11.2005
- Clinical service in a tertiary-care hospital environment.
- Provided comprehensive clinical services in the Ministry of Health for 24 years
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Fellowship - Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine
International Institute of Surgical & Aesthetic Medicine (IISAMED)
04-2026
Postgraduate Diploma - Family Medicine
University of Colombo
Sri Lanka12-2012
MBBS -
University of Peradeniya
Sri Lanka09-1999
Skills
- Aesthetic procedures
- Dermatology assessment
- Family medicine
- Patient counseling
- Clinical diagnosis
- Preventive care
Personal Information
Title: Family Physician | Medical Doctor | Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine
Affiliations
- Associate Member — Ceylon College of General Practitioners
- Member — Matale Clinical Society
PUBLICATION
- Assessment of Student Counsellor Teachers’ Training, their Experiences and Perceptions on Sexual and Reproductive Health Education in Secondary Schools of Matale District
- Rajapaksha D.I., Appuhamy H.D.S.C.P., Gunarathna M.K.G.I.N.K., Bandara K., Sherifdeen A.
- Published in the
- Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference 2025, Sri Lanka College of Sexual Health and HIV Medicine.
CORE CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Family Medicine and General Practice
- General Outpatient Medicine
- Dermatology
- Cardiology
- Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Internal Medicine
- Community-based primary care
- Cosmetology and Aesthetic Medicine
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS
- Family Medicine and Primary Care
- Dermatology and Skin Health
- Cosmetology and Aesthetic Medicine
- Preventive and Continuing Care
- Sexual and Reproductive Health
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
- Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC)
- Registration No.: 16008
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Officer — VP OPD Clinic / Internal Medicine
District General Hospital
09.2023 - 01.2026
Medical Officer — Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinic
RDHS Office
02.2013 - 09.2023
Medical Officer — Dermatology Unit
District General Hospital
11.2007 - 02.2013
Medical Officer — Cardiology
National Hospital
11.2005 - 11.2007
Principal Family Physician
Healthy Life Medical Clinic
04.2001 - Current
RHO
National Hospital
04.2001 - 11.2005
Fellowship - Cosmetology & Aesthetic Medicine
International Institute of Surgical & Aesthetic Medicine (IISAMED)
Postgraduate Diploma - Family Medicine
University of Colombo
MBBS -
University of Peradeniya