Good Intern Programme
From Graduate to Guardian of Patient Care – Start Your Internship with Confidence
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What is Good Intern Programme?
The Good Intern Programme, launched in 2013, is an innovative preparatory initiative designed by the Society for Health Research and Innovation (SHRI) to support medical graduates transitioning into internship. Guided by the principle that a good doctor values responsibility over privilege and accountability over business, this programme is dedicated to enhancing the quality and safety of medical care through structured human resource development.
Why it matters?
Intern medical officers play a pivotal role within the healthcare system and must be equipped to address rapidly evolving medical challenges, emerging diseases, and technological advancements. Yet, a consistent and systematic preparatory programme was lacking in Sri Lanka until SHRI, with a team of esteemed professionals, addressed this gap.
Founding Team:
- Dr. Anuruddha Padeniya
- Dr. Rashan Haniffa
- Dr. Sameera Senanayake
- Dr. P.K. Buddhika Mahesh
- Dr. Dineshan Ranasinghe
- Dr. Chandika Epitakaduwa
- Supported by SHRI’s Executive Committee.
Programme Objectives:
- Prepare interns as capable first-on-call doctors
- Build confidence and professionalism as first-contact medical personnel
- Ensure patient safety through effective clinical training
- Shape responsible wardens for inpatient care
- Foster professionalism and integrity among new doctors
Now in its twelfth consecutive year, the programme has guided thousands of interns through a structured, hands-on training approach making them confident, compassionate, and capable members of the healthcare workforce.
Vision
To develop a generation of competent, compassionate, and ethically responsible medical interns who deliver safe, high-quality patient care and uphold the highest standards of professionalism in the healthcare system.
Mission
To provide a structured, evidence-based preparatory training programme that equips medical graduates with the clinical competence, confidence, professionalism, and accountability required to function effectively as first-on-call doctors, while promoting patient safety, ethical practice, and excellence in inpatient and emergency care.
Entry Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized in Sri Lanka
- Eligibility to commence internship under the Ministry of Health
- Recent medical graduates awaiting internship placement OR newly appointed Intern Medical Officers
- Commitment to professional conduct and patient safety
- Ability to participate fully in scheduled training sessions
Preferred (but not mandatory):
- Basic clinical exposure during undergraduate training
- Interest in developing leadership and ward-management skills
- Willingness to engage in interactive learning activities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Who is this programme designed for?
The programme is specifically designed for medical graduates who are about to begin or have recently begun their internship (Intern Medical Officer period).
What skills will I gain from the programme?
Participants develop practical clinical skills, decision-making ability, professionalism, communication skills, and confidence required to function effectively as first-on-call doctors.
Is this programme recognized by health authorities?
Yes. The programme is conducted with collaboration and support from key national health institutions, ensuring relevance to the Sri Lankan healthcare system.
How is the training delivered?
Training is provided through structured sessions including lectures, case-based discussions, simulations, and practical guidance from experienced clinicians.
How long is the programme?
Programme duration may vary by intake, but it typically consists of an intensive preparatory schedule conducted prior to or during the early internship period.
Does this programme improve patient safety?
Yes. One of the primary goals is to equip interns with the competence and judgment needed to deliver safe, effective patient care from day one.
Will I receive a certificate?
Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive certification from the Society for Health Research and Innovation (SHRI).
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