The Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, is delighted to announce the launch of The Roads They Opened: Out of All Odds, authored by Professor Tissa Wijeratne, on the morning of 10 November 2026.

The launch will be graced by three distinguished academics who have played significant roles in shaping the author's journey: Professor Nimal Senanayake, Professor Indrajee Amarasinghe and Professor Lakshman Karalliedde.

In this book, Professor Tissa Wijeratne reflects on a remarkable journey from humble beginnings, highlighting the influence of inspirational teachers, unexpected opportunities and the many individuals whose guidance and encouragement opened doors along the way. It is a heartfelt tribute to those who believed in us long before we learned to believe in ourselves.

The Faculty of Medicine, University of Peradeniya, holds special significance as the venue for this occasion, representing an important part of the author's personal and professional journey.

The book is also expected to be available on Amazon in due course in three language editions: Sinhala, English and Tamil.