Prof. Muditha Vidanapathirana appointed as the Dean of the newly established Faculty of Medicine at Uva Wellassa University, the 5th faculty of the university. Prof. Vidanapathirana brings a wealth of expertise and experience to this role. Prior to his appointment, he served as a Professor of Forensic Medicine in the Department of Forensic Medicine at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Additionally, he has also served as the Chairman of the National Child Protection Authority in Sri Lanka.