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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 …

Prof. Dr. Robin Maskey is an endocrinologist and internal medicine expert, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Internal Medicine and Chair of the Fellowship in Endocrinology at B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan. A Fellow of the American College of Physicians, the Royal College of …

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 Santosh Pokhrel He is a pediatrician working at Butwal, Lumbini, Nepal. He completed his MD in pediatrics from the Institute of Medicine (IoM) Kathmandu in 2013. He was born and grew up in the rural hilly region of Nepal, Arghakhanchi. He decided to serve people in need from more …

Rashmi Pant She is a committed nutritionist with a Master’s in Food and Nutrition and a Bachelor’s in Public Health. She has experience teaching subjects related to nutrition and health at the diploma level, including Diploma in General Medicine and Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (CMLT). Alongside her teaching, Rashmi …

In recent years, diabetes has become an increasingly common health concern in Nepal, affecting people from all walks of life. With lifestyle changes, urbanization, and dietary shifts, both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes cases are on the rise. As we continue to face these growing challenges, the need for …

Reecha Khadka She is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and is recognized for her growing contributions to mental health care in Nepal. She holds an M.Sc. in Psychology from Banaras Hindu University and M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology from Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital. She currently practices at UDM-NINAS, where she provides psychological …