Summary

Graduated from Faculty of Medicine, University of Ceylon, Colombo, Sri Lanka, and completed training at St. Peters Hospital, Albany, NY and at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine at Farmington. Director of the Newborn Care at Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center since 1977 and holds an academic appointment at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine as Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and Family Medicine. Chairman/Director of Pediatrics since 2004.

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 61 years of experience
  • St Peters Addiction Recovery Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Hema Desilva has 2 locations

Saint Francis Hospital And Medical Center

114 Woodland StHartford, CT 06105

Manchester Memorial Hospital

71 Haynes StManchester, CT 06040

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61 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Hartford , CTFarmington , CTSpringfield , MAHartford , CT
Med School: University Of Colombo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: SACKLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hema Desilva

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Hema Desilva has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hema Desilva has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Congenital Anomalies
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • High-Risk Deliveries
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Pediatrics
  • Premature Infants
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)

Certifications, License, & Education

61 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Peters Addiction Recovery Center

Medical School

University Of Colombo Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1965

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Dr. Hema Desilva is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital And Medical Center and Manchester Memorial Hospital.
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