Dr. Hiramani Pathak He is a paediatric surgeon and urologist specialising in minimally invasive laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery. He completed his MBBS and MS in Nepal before earning an MCh in Paediatric Surgery from Delhi University. With over three years of post-MCh experience, he treats complex congenital anomalies and advanced …
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Beyond Books and the Bedside
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 …
Read More »Fever in Children: When to Worry and When Not To
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. …
Read More »Pharmaceutical Compounding for Pediatric Patients in Nepal
Sanjaya Mani DixitMr. Sanjaya Mani Dixit is a pharmacist, pharmacologist, and medical journalist, currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology at Kathmandu Medical College. He has extensive teaching experience across MBBS, BDS, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Physiotherapy programs, reflecting his strong command of pharmacology and drug-related sciences. Having completed his …
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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 …
Read More »THE RISING PREVALENCE OF AUTISM IN CHILDREN
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 women’s healthcare. Through articles like this one …
Read More »“No Child Under-Five Should Die of Any Disease Because of Poverty”
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 – …
Read More »Nephrotic Syndrome in Children.
When a child is diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, it’s a kind of nightmare for parents. They feel scared and worried, and many parents imagine it as kidney failure. In fact, in most cases, nephrotic syndrome responds well to treatment. What Is Nephrotic Syndrome? In simple language, kidneys act as a …
Read More »Air Pollution and Neonatal & Child Health.
Air pollution has become one of the most pressing public health and environmental challenges in Nepal. The scale of the crisis today extends far beyond environmental degradation—it has emerged as a major threat to economic development, social well-being, and especially child health in Nepal. According to global estimates, nearly 7 …
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