DFCC Bank, the Bank for Everyone, proudly furthered its partnership with Doc990, a digital health solution powered by Dialog Axiata PLC, with a series of medical camps for women. The inaugural Aloka Medical Camp was held on the 16th of August from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at DFCC Bank’s Anuradhapura branch and marked the beginning of a new era in women’s health and well-being with DFCC Aloka.
A financial and lifestyle solution designed to empower females across Sri Lanka, DFCC Aloka has taken a significant step in addressing the unique challenges women face in their caregiving roles, whether for elders or children. Thus, through the partnership with Doc990, DFCC Aloka now offers a range of digital health solutions that can be accessed conveniently from the comfort of home, 24/7.
Accordingly, DFCC Aloka accountholders, along with up to three family members, can now enjoy seamless access to video consultations with qualified Doctors, order and get the medicine delivered to their doorstep, mobile lab facility and many other healthcare offers, including hospital channelling and booking fee discounts. This integration of healthcare and home-based solutions ensures that DFCC Aloka accountholders receive the care they need when needed. Recognizing the diverse roles that women play, DFCC Aloka accountholders can now benefit from a supportive community and access a wide range of privileges and benefits tailored to their needs.
The Aloka Medical Camp held at DFCC Bank’s Anuradhapura branch demonstrated the Bank’s commitment to women’s health and well-being. Over 100 Aloka accountholders and women from the local community attended the event, where they received complimentary health screenings conducted by Kanola Hospital, a renowned private healthcare facility in Anuradhapura. These screenings included comprehensive health assessments, vision tests, and complimentary consultations with medical professionals.
Shera Hassen, Vice President of Branch Banking Planning, and Implementation, said, “This is a huge milestone for DFCC Aloka, and we take this opportunity to thank DOC 990 Doc990 for being our partner whilst also acknowledging the invaluable contribution of the Kanola Hospital to our Aloka Medical Camp. At DFCC, we believe in empowering women to realize their dreams and goals, and a key requirement to do that is good health and wellbeing, which is why we have commenced this initiative, which will be an ongoing programme.”
“Expressing his support for the initiative, Janitth Peiris, Chief Operating Officer of Doc990, stated, ‘In response to the increasing demand for innovative and convenient healthcare solutions, Doc990 is both honoured and excited to collaborate with DFCC Aloka, a trailblazer in financial and lifestyle services. Together, we are dedicated to providing women in Sri Lanka with continuous, user-friendly access to digital health services. Doc990 is thrilled to empower women through cutting-edge digital healthcare technology, giving them the confidence and convenience to effectively manage any health-related situation.”
Several senior officials from DFCC Bank and DOC 990 attended the event. This collaborative effort between DFCC Aloka and DOC 990 Doc990 marks the commencement of a series of meaningful medical camps to serve communities across the Island. The partnership reaffirms DFCC Bank’s commitment to empowering women and providing them access to high-quality financial services and other benefits and privileges through DFCC Aloka.
About DFCC Bank
DFCC Bank is a full-service commercial bank with a rich history of 68 years and offers a diverse range of commercial and development banking services. As part of its Sustainability Strategy 2020-2030, the Bank aims to become a leading institution contributing to greater resilience by creating resilient businesses and supporting green financing and sustainable, socially responsible entrepreneurship. The Bank has received numerous accolades, including being named the ‘Most Trusted Retail Banking Brand’ and the ‘Best Customer Service Banking Brand’ in Sri Lanka in 2021 by Global Brands Magazine UK and ‘Market leader in Cash Management 2021’ by Euromoney. Additionally, DFCC Bank is ranked among Business Today’s Top 40 Corporates in Sri Lanka, is rated A- (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka Limited and is regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. Attesting to its commitment to sustainability, DFCC Bank is also the first, and presently only, entity in Sri Lanka to have received accreditation from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), granting it access to concessionary funding worth USD 250 million to support climate mitigation and adaptation projects across the Island.
