Life lessons my patients taught me Dr. Mrinal Shrestha She is a practicing paediatrician at KIOCH, trained at Nepal Medical College (MBBS) and KUSMS, Dhulikhel Hospital (MD Paediatrics). An animal lover who runs on coffee and suspense thrillers, she is a writer at heart and a pediatrician by passion. I …
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Dr. Sinda Karkee She is a practicing pediatrician in KIOCH. She graduated MBBS from Patan Academy of Health Sciences, and MD, Pediatrics from Manipal College of Medical Sciences. Outside the hospital, she enjoys gardening keenly and loves winding the day down with coffee and a suspense thriller book. The TakeAway Message Is …
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Dr. Prerana Gauchan She is a pediatrician and pediatric critical care specialist at the Kathmandu Institute of Child Health (KIOCH). She believes in lifelong learning and teamwork, and in spreading positivity, and support within the pediatric community. Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her 2 kids, reading and traveling. …
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How Young Minds Experience Mental Health Differently? Dr. Shikha Upadhyay.She is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with extensive academic training and international clinical experience. She holds an MBBS and an MD in Neuropsychiatry, equipping her with a strong foundation to understand and manage complex mental health conditions in children and …
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Dr. Bhagawan Koirala In Nepal’s medical fraternity, Dr. Bhagawan Koirala needs little introduction. A surgeon, institution-builder, and public health visionary, his career has been defined not by titles held but by systems transformed. Today, as the force behind the KIOCH network, Dr. Koirala is advancing a bold national mission – …
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Turning Winter into a Season of Growth Just as trees rest before they bloom again, winter reminds us that growth doesn’t always look loud or fast. Sometimes it happens quietly, beneath the surface. The cold months offer an opportunity to reset habits, strengthen the mind, and rebuild the body. Consistency …
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Not so long ago, large families were common, and conception often occurred with apparent ease. Today, however, many couples face significant challenges in conceiving even one child. So, what has changed? This article aims to explore and demystify this increasingly common yet often unspoken burden. Infertility is a common issue …
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Dr. Anup Subedi is a leading Infectious Disease specialist in Nepal, known for his work in clinical medicine, antimicrobial stewardship, and evidence-based infectious disease management. His insights have been instrumental in shaping conversations around rational antibiotic use and addressing the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance in Nepal. This interview was …
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September 08, 2025 saw the GenZ revolution in Kathmandu, heart-wrenching scenes where innumerable casualties were brought to the emergency departments of the Civil Hospital and Trauma Centre where doctors and nurses put incessant efforts in saving young lives. As the neurosurgeon on call in Upendra Devkota Memorial Neuro Hospital (UDM-NINAS), …
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Oral bioavailability of antibiotics should be interpreted cautiously in these age groups. The gastrointestinal tract is sterile at birth, with bacterial colonization beginning within 4-8 hours post-delivery. This microbial colonization influences bile salt metabolism and gastrointestinal motility, further affecting drug absorption patterns. Oral bioavailability of antibiotics should be interpreted cautiously …
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