Low-carbohydrate diets were first introduced in medicine as the Atkins diet during the 1970s, where Dr. Robert Coleman Atkins (October 17, 1930 – April 17, 2003), an American physician and cardiologist, recommended a diet based primarily on fat and protein sources, and limited the carbohydrate intake only from vegetables. After …
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The patient had huge blisters all over his body. His skin was peeling off, and he was being treated as a case of severe burns. Despite the best efforts of the medical personnel, the patient did not survive. The patient was suffering from leprosy and was being treated with three …
Read More »Where do we stand in Service Part of Health Service?
Per se, the word ‘health’ stands incomplete, odd, and under-described, until it’s paired with some other word. In order to make the word ‘health’ complete, sharp, and meaningful, this word has to be appended with another commanding word, ‘service’, so that the sense is endowed with more power. This pragmatic …
Read More »Breathless: Altitude Sickness in Nepal
Nepal offers some of the most sought-after trekking routes in the world, with thousands of Nepalese nationals and foreigners ascending into the clouds to the north every year. As the growing trend to conquer high altitudes and see some of the most breathtaking views available in Nepal increases, so will …
Read More »How a Cosmetic Dermatologist Can Improve Your Quality of Life
Age brings wisdom, but it can also bring unwanted changes to your body and skin. Cosmetic dermatologists provide a wide range of minimally invasive treatments to help you look and feel your best during every stage of your life. Whether you’re concerned about wrinkles, acne scars, unwanted hair, or even …
Read More »Cosmetic Surgery for Beauty that is Skin Deep
Look in the mirror, and what do we want to see? We all want the most beautiful version of ourselves, even if it includes, perhaps, a smaller nose, fuller lips, or flawless skin. This is a desire that we all share, as evidenced by the meteoric rise of the beauty …
Read More »Cervical Cancer We Can Prevent It!
Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers occurring in women, and a leading cause of women’s death worldwide. As per the latest WHO reports, in 2018 alone, there were more than 500,000 deaths due to cervical cancer, with majority of cases occurring in Asia and African sub continent. …
Read More »Exploring Cervical Cancer
Interaction on cervical cancer, Oct 2, 2019 Participating experts Subject presentation: Dr. Sunila Shakya, Asst Prof. MBBS, MD, PhD Jyoti Acharya, M.Sc. MLT Microbiology, K-Lab Dr. Rupa Jha, MBBS, MD (Obstetrics and Gynecology) Dr. Bibhuti Shahi, MBBS, MD (Obstetrics and Gynecology) Mr. Sushil Thapa, MD, Dignotech Dr. Sunila Shakya did …
Read More »Knee Replacement
Time has its own anatomy for humans. No one escapes from this naturally laid framework, especially with aging. One of the most common ravages of age is knee disease. Over time, the wear-and-tear of routine life takes a toll on one’s cartilage, the natural cushioning of knee bone. Once the …
Read More »The Telomere a marker for Biological Age vs. Chronological Age
Longevity is what we all look for. At the same time, quality of life is important to lead a fun filled life. All the innovations and advancements in diagnostics, advanced technology in treatment, consistent R&D in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and supplements, and all those vaccines have made the miracle of a …
Read More »Childhood cancer care in Nepal: Challenges and perspectives
Dr. Shilpa Amatya She is a Consultant Paediatric Hemato-Oncologist at KIOCH. She completed her MBBS from Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara, Nepal, followed by an MD in Paediatrics (2017–2020) and a DM in Paediatric Haematology-Oncology (2021–2024) from PGIMER, Chandigarh, India. Dr Amatya has special interest in the management of …
Read More »Good Parenting:Pediatric Perspective
Dr. Srijana Thapa She is a pediatrician with a calm approach and a genuine love for working with children. She values patience, clear communication, and constant growth in her medical practice. The TakeAway Message Parenting is the single most powerful influence on a child’s future. However, the goal is not perfection; it …
Read More »Scrotal Swelling in Children: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
Dr. Shirish Silwal He is a Consultant Paediatric Surgeon at KIOCH. He earned his Master of Surgery (MS) in Paediatric Surgery in 2020 from Bangladesh. Committed to continuous learning and exposure to international best practices, Dr. Silwal completed a significant observership in 2025 at world-renowned centres in England: Evelina London Children’s Hospital and Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge. With over five years of experience, he …
Read More »Infant and Family Centered Developmental Care (IFCDC): Let us Act Now; before it is too Late!
Dr. Sajal Twanabasu He is a pediatrician currently working at KIOCH, Kathmandu Children’s Hospital, with a positive attitude, patience, and commitment to excellence in child health. An avid reader with a strong interest in research and continuous skill enhancement. He has extensive experience working in a rural setting at Dhading, …
Read More »Cytogenetics of Pediatric Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Dr. Prahar Dahal is a clinically oriented Consultant Pathologist with advanced fellowship training in cancer cytogenetics holding an MD in Pathology and a Master’s degree in Healthcare Management. He has expertise in solid tumor FISH, FISH for leukemia and multiple myeloma, cancer karyotyping andmolecular genetics tests related to leukemia and …
Read More »PARENTING TIPS TO TODDLER’S PARENTS
Dr. Binuda Poudyal She is a pediatrician with strong academic training and extensive clinical experience in child health. She completed her MBBS from Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, followed by an MD in Pediatrics from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. Dr. Poudyal has served as a General Pediatrician at Manmohan …
Read More »Understanding and Preventing Obesity in Children
Dr. Shikha Pandey She completed her MBBS from Patan Academy of Health Sciences and her MD in Paediatrics from the Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences. She is currently working at the Kathmandu Institute of Child Health as a Paediatric Registrar, with a strong interest in providing compassionate and evidence-based …
Read More »Pediatric Surgery: Building a Culture of Safety, Precision, and Compassion
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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »OTC medicines: A tricky convenience fueling a silent pandemic
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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