JFMH Trust Funds Modernization of Histopathology at USJ 📈

The Joseph Fraser Memorial Hospital (JFMH) Trust has pledged significant funding to modernize the Histopathology Unit at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ), aimed at enhancing healthcare infrastructure and diagnostic capabilities. • Phase 1 Initiatives: Focuses on establishing Immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing facilities. The JFMH Trust has already disbursed the first tranche of a full donation to enable in-house hormone receptor testing for breast cancer specimens. • Current Service Gap: The unit currently processes 3,800 - 4,000 specimens annually. Previously, approx. 500 - 600 cancer cases required external lab transfers for essential tests; Phase 1 will eliminate this dependency. • Future Expansion (Phases 2 & 3): The Trust and University have explored further restructuring, including: Automated diagnostic machinery and modern grossing stations. Digital Pathology software for instant clinician access to reports. Educational Tech: Multi-header microscopes for medical education and research collaboration with foreign universities. • Impact: This partnership strengthens Sri Lanka's medical research and diagnostic services sector, improving patient outcomes through faster, localized cancer diagnostics and advanced training for the next generation of medical professionals. _Status: Phase 1 implementation underway; detailed proposals for future phases pending._