Health

Prof. Dr. Bharat Mani Pokhrel Ph.D., with a Fulbright Post Doc. Fellowship on ‘Antibiograms and Antibiotic Use’ is an asset for Nepal. He has retired after a long career as Professor of Microbiology at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine. He is currently working as Consultant Microbiologist at Upendra …

Mr. Suman Shahukhal, is a clinical pharmacist and pharmacovigilance officer, currently serving in the Pharmacovigilance and Drug Counselling Unit under the Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Toxicology at Dhulikhel Hospital. Antibiotics transformed medicine by making previously fatal infections treatable. But today the world faces a rising threat: antimicrobial resistance (AMR), when …

Ms. Usha Tandukar is a Senior Drug Administrator within the Quality Standard and Regulation Division at Nepal’s Ministry of Health and Population. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the major public health issues that challenges the remarkable success of modern medicine. Global and national evidence shows that …

Every morning across Japan, millions of people stand in parks, factories, and schools, moving in synchrony to a broadcast that has changed little since 1928. The Radio Taisō sequence — simple, rhythmic calisthenics accompanied by piano music; lasts less than four minutes. It is performed by children and elders, office …

WHEN LETTING GO HEALS Dr. Niran Maharjan is a senior consultant plastic surgeon at Bir Hospital, specializing in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. He completed his MBBS in China and advanced his training with an MS in General Surgery followed by an MCh in Plastic Surgery at NAMS, Bir Hospital. With …

Community-Acquired PNEUMONIA, The Persistent Global Threat Subal Khanal, an MBBS student at Kathmandu Medical College, is passionate about public health and community service. With leadership experience in organizations such as the Rotaract Club of KMC, Nepal Health Corps, and various youth clubs, he has been actively involved in health camps, …

Beyond Bad Periods, From misdiagnosis to awareness. Ms. Ritika Dangol is a medical student at Universal College of Medical Sciences (UCMS). An avid learner, she is actively engaged in various research projects. A graduate of St. Xavier’s College, Jawalakhel, Miss Ritika aims to advocate for better understanding and care in …

Agranee Kunwar, a medical student at KMCTH, is passionate about improving the way healthcare reaches people across Nepal. She enjoys exploring new ideas in clinical science and believes patient care should be as empathetic as it is efficient. With each step in her training, she is working toward making healthcare …

Dipika Shrestha She is a Microbiology graduate, currently working in Research and Development at Sakal BioEnzyme. With a strong foundation in academic writing, research, and project management, her experience spans various research projects where she gained her expertise in scientific writing and organizational skills. Through research and innovation, she is …

Dr. Dina Shrestha She is an endocrinologist working in diabetes, thyroid disorders, obesity, and endocrine research. She currently serves as a Senior Consultant Endocrinologist at Norvic International Hospital and Siddhi Polyclinic, Kathmandu. Dr. Dina is the President of the South Asian Obesity Forum and has previously led both the Diabetes …