Dinusha Dharmaratna, MBBS

Dinusha Dharmaratna, MD is an internist at Danbury Hospital, dedicated to improving her patients’ quality of life. She provides compassionate, patient-centered care, helping individuals feel comfortable, heard and supported throughout their healthcare journey. She believes in tailoring treatment plans to each patient’s unique needs, ensuring they receive the care that aligns with their personal preferences. Originally from Sri Lanka, Dr. Dharmaratna combines her diverse background with a deep commitment to her patient's well-being.

Why should someone choose you to care for their health?
You should choose me to care for your health because I am deeply committed to providing personalized, compassionate care that is centered around your unique needs and preferences. Your well-being is my priority, and I am here to guide and support you every step of the way on your health journey.

What is the most important thing your patients should expect from their professional relationship with you? What do you expect from them?
Patients should expect my commitment to being compassionate, respectful and responsive to their individual needs, ensuring that their well-being is my top priority. I will listen attentively, provide clear guidance, and work with you to make informed decisions about your care. From my patients, I expect open communication, honesty and active participation in their healthcare journey.

How do you spend your valuable personal time when you are not caring for patients?
When I’m not taking care of patients, I enjoy spending quality time with my family—my husband and two children. We love to travel and explore new places, which allows us to create lasting memories together. I also enjoy reading fiction, as it provides a great escape and a chance to unwind.

Why did you choose your specialty and what is its greatest reward?
I chose internal medicine, because it allows me to have a direct, immediate impact on patients’ lives during some of their most critical moments. Working in a hospital setting provides the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care. The greatest reward for me is seeing patients recover and improve, knowing that I played a role in helping them through a challenging time.