LKCMedicine HQ Heritage Centre, Level 2
11 Mandalay Road, Singapore 308232
09/02/2026
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
The role of vitamin D in reducing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk remains debated despite growing evidence, with observational studies consistently linking low serum vitamin D levels with higher CVD risk. Its role in modulating inflammation and oxidative stress, improving endothelial function, and reducing cardiometabolic risk factors supports a comprehensive, multi-modal approach to cardiovascular health. In Singapore, 30-50% of the population, with prevalence higher in Malay ethnic groups, indoor workers etc., remains vitamin D deficient or insufficient despite year-round sunshine.
ILSI Southeast Asia Region and the Department of Metabolism, Nutrition and Health, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore are hosting a guest lecture by Prof. Dr. Sunil Wimalawansa to share the latest insights on vitamin D and CVD, and its implications in Asia.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Prof Dr Sunil J. Wimalawansa
Professor of Medicine, Endocrinology & Nutrition; Director, Cardio-Metabolic & Endocrine Institute, New Jersey, USA
Prof Dr Sunil Wimalawansa is a globally renowned expert in endocrinology, osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases, as well as nutrition and vitamin D. A clinician-scientist with more than three decades of experience, he has served on the scientific review committee of the US NIH and was a past board member of the American Association for Endocrinology.
Prof Dr Sunil J. Wimalawansa, Professor of Medicine, Endocrinology & Nutrition; Director, Cardio-Metabolic & Endocrine Institute, New Jersey, USA Prof. Dr. Wimalawansa is a Professor of Medicine, Director of the CardioMetabolic & Endocrine Institute, and formerly University Professor and Chief of Endocrinology, Metabolism & Nutrition, UMDNJ/Rutgers University. His PhD from the University of London(UK) is in endocrine pathology. Dr. Wimalawansa is globally renowned in endocrinology, with broad expertise in internal medicine, endocrinology, osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases, chronic kidney disease, nutrition, vitamin D, water and sanitation, and environmental issues. He is a clinician-scientist with more than three decades of experience, a faculty member, medical educator, author, researcher, innovator, administrator, leader, and philanthropist.
He has served on several national and international scientific review committees, including the US NIH, the US Veterans Administration, the Drug Enforcement Agency, and NASA. He is a past board member of the American Association for Endocrinology (AACE/national organization) (2011–2015) and the International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD).
Dr. Wimalawansa has published over 300 peer-reviewed research articles (11,100+ citations; h-Index of 40), 45 reviews and proceedings, 15 book chapters, and 5 medical books. He holds five medical patents in cardiovascular, osteoporosis, and preeclampsia of pregnancy. He is the author of the book, “Vitamin D: Everything You Need to Know” (2012).
He has made several seminal contributions to medicine, medical research, public health, and pharmaceuticals. These include development of novel modes of treating osteoporosis, including combination therapies (1985), nitroglycerine (1987), once-a-week bisphosphonates therapy (1995), and a technique to enhance the efficacy of bisphosphonates (1997); and cost-effective therapies, such as nitric oxide donor treatment (e.g., topical nitroglycerine and oral nitrates; 1987) and vitamin E regimens for treating osteoporosis (1997).
REGISTRATION
This symposium offers complimentary registration. Due to limited seating, early registration is highly encouraged. Register now by clicking the button below:
Note: Lunch will be served after the lecture.
ORGANIZERS
CONTACT
If you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact the following:
ILSI Southeast Asia Region
18 Mohamed Sultan Road #03-01 Singapore 238967
Tel: 65 6352 5220
Email: event@ilsisea.org.sg