Dr. Hashan Amarathunga is the first Sports Nutrition Physician to work with Sri Lanka Cricket and a Consultant in Clinical Nutrition. He is dedicated to advancing the fields of sports and clinical nutrition through innovation, education, and evidence-based practice.
Dr. Amarathunga holds a distinctive combination of qualifications, including MBBS, MD in Clinical Nutrition, MSc in Human Nutrition, the IOC Diploma in Sports Nutrition, and the IOC Certificate in Drugs in Sport.
He is the author of the first Sinhala-language book on sports hydration and currently leads multiple research initiatives in relation to athletic performance.
Dr. Amarathunga’s professional vision is to position Sri Lanka as a regional hub for applied sports nutrition research, education, and product innovation—bridging science, technology, and athlete-centered care to shape the future of sports performance.