Best Radiologists in Sri Lanka

Frequently asked

How do I find the best radiologist in Sri Lanka?

Review Guru ranks 30 radiologists by aggregated patient reviews and ratings. Compare their feedback, check which hospitals each practises at, and confirm SLMC registration — then channel through the hospital directly.

Are the radiologists listed on Review Guru verified?

Listings display SLMC (Sri Lanka Medical Council) registration where we've been able to verify it, alongside practice locations and patient reviews. Always confirm a doctor's current registration and channelling availability with the hospital before booking.

How much does a radiologist consultation cost in Sri Lanka?

Private channelling fees vary by doctor and hospital — typically a few thousand rupees plus the hospital's booking charge. Confirm the current fee when you channel, as rates change.

Do I need a doctor's referral for an MRI, CT or ultrasound scan in Sri Lanka?

For MRI and CT scans, yes in practice — private hospital imaging departments in Sri Lanka normally ask for a request form or referral letter from a doctor (a GP, physician or specialist) stating the body area and clinical question, because the radiologist uses it to choose the right scan protocol and contrast, and the report goes back to the referring doctor. Ultrasound is more flexible: many private hospitals and channelling centres accept walk-in or same-day ultrasound bookings (abdomen, pelvis, thyroid, pregnancy scans), although a referral still helps the radiologist focus the examination. Plain X-rays are usually done on a doctor's request as well. In government hospitals, all imaging is ordered through the treating medical officer or consultant. Bring any previous scans and reports to your appointment so the radiologist can compare them.

What is the difference between a radiologist and an interventional radiologist?

A diagnostic radiologist is a medical doctor who performs and interprets imaging — X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI and mammography — and writes the report your treating doctor uses to make a diagnosis. Most patients meet a radiologist during an ultrasound or when a scan is being supervised, rather than for an ongoing consultation. An interventional radiologist is a radiologist with additional training in image-guided procedures: using ultrasound, CT or X-ray fluoroscopy to guide needles, catheters and wires through the body for biopsies, drain insertion, angioplasty and stenting, embolisation, and other minimally invasive treatments that can avoid open surgery. If you have been told you need an image-guided biopsy or a catheter-based procedure, see the interventional radiologist list on Review Guru at /doctors/interventional-radiologist.

Which Colombo hospitals have MRI and CT imaging departments?

The major private hospital groups in Colombo — including Asiri, Lanka Hospitals, Nawaloka, Durdans, Hemas and Ninewells — operate radiology departments offering CT and MRI alongside X-ray and ultrasound, and several have branches or affiliated imaging centres in the suburbs. On the government side, the National Hospital of Sri Lanka (Colombo 10) and the larger teaching hospitals provide CT and MRI for referred patients at no cost, though waiting times for non-urgent scans can be long. Scan availability, opening hours and fees differ by hospital and change over time, so call the imaging department to confirm the specific scan, any preparation (fasting, contrast, removing metal items) and the current price before you go.