Dr.Priyan Samarakoon is a board certified, fellowship trained pulmonologist. As a pulmonologist, he trained in performing bronchoscopies, interpreting pulmonary function tests, and managing ventilators in the intensive care unit. With the additional exposure and having board certification in sleep medicine, he has had further expertise in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. His warm, welcoming personality makes his patients feel at ease . Dr. Samarakoon's goal is to provide optimum care to his patients and improve their quality of life.

Dr. Samarakoon has been in medical practice since 1992. He is a caring and a compassionate medical professional who views medicine as selfless service towards others. Prior to opening his practice in Cary, North Carolina, Dr Samarakoon worked at Wilson Medical Center in Wilson, NC. He was the medical director for sleep laboratories at both Wilson and Selma, North Carolina. Previous to his assignment in Wilson, he worked in an undeserved community in South Carolina for four years.

When not practicing medicine,he enjoys traveling and listening to music. Some of his hobbies include: playing badminton, swimming, playing the accordion, and spending time with family.