Dr. Mariesa Fernando Specialist Family Medicine
Years of Experience : 7+
Nationality : Sri Lanka
Languages Known : Sinhala, English, French
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Dr. Mariesa Fernando is a globally trained Specialist in Family Medicine with extensive clinical experience across the United Kingdom, UAE, Singapore, and Sri Lanka. She specializes in primary care, preventive healthcare, chronic disease management, and geriatric medicine, providing comprehensive and patient-centered care for individuals and families. With advanced training in Family Medicine and Aviation Medicine. Dr. Fernando holds Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Family Medicine (UK). Her clinical approach focuses on preventive care, early diagnosis, and long-term health management. She has previously worked in leading healthcare institutions including Mid and South Essex Hospital (UK), University Hospitals Sussex (UK), Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (UAE), and healthcare institutions in Singapore. Dr. Fernando is also actively involved in clinical research and academic collaboration, with research exposure at University College London and Harvard Medical School.
Education & Training
- CCT – Family Medicine, United Kingdom
- Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP), UK
- MB BCh BAO, LRCP & SI – Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
- Aviation Medicine Certification – GCAA
Expertise
- Family Medicine & Primary Care
- Preventive Healthcare
- Chronic Disease Management (Diabetes, Hypertension, Cholesterol)
- Geriatric Medicine
- Aviation Medical Examination
- Health Screening & Lifestyle Medicine
- Acute Medical Care
- Patient Education & Preventive Health Counseling
Membership
- Royal College of General Practitioners (UK)
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Alumni
Blogs
Diabetes Management in Al Ain: How the Tawazun Diabetic Program is Changing Lives
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7 Lifestyle Changes That Can Reduce Your Colorectal Cancer Risk
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Who Should Get a Colonoscopy & When? A Complete Screening Guide for Colon Cancer
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