Easter Sri Lanka Attack: My Experience at the Major Trauma Centre

This article describes the author's experience of working as a doctor in the aftermath of the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka in 2019. The author, Mahen Elapatha, describes the chaos and devastation of the attacks, and the challenges of working in a resource-limited setting.

The author arrived at the scene of the attacks shortly after they happened. They were met with scenes of carnage and destruction. There were bodies and body parts everywhere, and the air was thick with the smell of smoke and blood. The author and their colleagues worked tirelessly to triage the patients and provide them with the necessary medical care.

The author describes the challenges of working in a resource-limited setting. There were not enough doctors, nurses, or medical supplies. The author and their colleagues had to improvise and use whatever resources they could find. They also had to deal with the psychological trauma of the attacks.

Despite the challenges, the author and their colleagues were able to save many lives. They worked tirelessly for days, providing medical care to the injured and comforting the grieving. The author is proud of the work they did, and they believe that it made a difference in the lives of many people.

Here are some additional takeaways from the article:

• The Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka were a horrific tragedy that resulted in the deaths of over 250 people.
• The attacks also caused widespread injuries and trauma.
• Medical professionals played a vital role in the aftermath of the attacks, providing care to the injured and comforting the grieving.
• Working in a resource-limited setting can be challenging, but it is also incredibly rewarding.
• The author is proud of the work they did in the aftermath of the Easter Sunday bombings, and they believe that it made a difference in the lives of many people.

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