Kathmandu — Amid growing complaints of medicine shortages across the country, the Parliamentary Committee on Industry, Commerce, Labor, and Consumer Welfare conducted an on-site inspection of Nepal Aushadhi Limited. The committee reviewed several issues affecting drug production — including raw material supply disruptions, financial constraints, and reluctance from government offices to procure medicines from the state-owned manufacturer. According to Committee Chair Abdul Khan, although the company has sufficient manpower, technology, and infrastructure, production remains limited due to policy gaps, budget shortages, and bureaucratic neglect. Nepal Aushadhi Limited currently manufactures only 11 types of medicines but claims it can produce up…
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Kathmandu — Dr. Tejasu Singh Mall, a leading ophthalmologist and recently elected General Secretary of the Nepal Ophthalmic Society, highlights the ongoing challenges faced by eye specialists in Nepal, including outdated equipment and title misuse. Born in Kathmandu into a family of medical professionals, Dr. Tejasu Singh Mall followed in the footsteps of his grandfather Dr. Jeet Singh Mall, father Professor Dr. Tej Singh Mall, and mother Professor Dr. Sushila Mall. Inspired by his parents, Dr. Mall pursued a career in medicine. After earning his MBBS from Bangladesh in 2009, he worked as a Medical Officer at B&B Hospital. In…
Dr. Pratik Wagley, a pulmonary and critical care specialist, has been working at the Patan Academy of Health Sciences in Lalitpur since 2007. With extensive experience in treating chronic lung diseases, managing intensive care units, and tackling infections like pneumonia, he shares key insights into how cold weather affects our lungs. We spoke to Dr. Wagley about common winter lung problems, pollution, and the underestimated risks of warming oneself near an open fire. ❖ Common Lung Problems During Winter According to Dr. Wagley, chronic conditions like asthma and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) often worsen during winter.Inflammation in the airways,…
Kathmandu – Cardiologists are warning that the risk of heart attacks significantly increases during the winter season, particularly among individuals who already have pre-existing heart conditions. With falling temperatures, medical professionals urge vulnerable groups to exercise greater caution. According to Dr. Aditya Mahaseth, a heart specialist at KMC Hospital, colder temperatures cause blood vessels to constrict, which increases blood pressure and places additional strain on the heart. This heightened pressure can lead to complications such as heart attacks, especially among the elderly or those with underlying cardiovascular issues. “Cold weather causes the outer blood vessels to narrow, restricting blood flow…
Kathmandu, Nepal – Orthodontics is a specialized field within dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of misaligned teeth and jaw structures. In addition to addressing crooked teeth, orthodontics also treats facial and jawbone abnormalities, including congenital conditions such as cleft lip and palate. Dr. Sanjay Prasad Gupta, an orthodontic consultant at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital and Dental Villa, is recognized as a leading specialist in the field. He has been providing services within Nepal for over a decade and holds an MDS in Orthodontics as part of the first postgraduate batch. He has received additional training from…
Kathmandu – The government has called for applications for the position of Vice Chancellor at four Health Science Academies, which are currently vacant. The Vice Chancellor Recommendation Committee has opened applications for B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences, Patan Academy of Health Sciences, and Karnali Academy of Health Sciences. According to the Standards for the Appointment and Nomination of Officials and Members of Public Bodies under the Ministry of Health, 2073, qualified and interested candidates have been invited to apply. Along with the application, candidates must also submit a sealed professional action plan outlining how…
Bhairahawa – A leadership development training program for ophthalmologists was successfully conducted in Bhairahawa under the initiative of the Nepal Ophthalmic Society. The one-day event saw active participation from ophthalmologists and resident doctors working in various eye hospitals in and around the Bhairahawa region. The training was led by renowned national and international leadership trainer Anil Prasad Shrestha, who has over 30 years of experience in sectors including finance, insurance, education, aviation, agriculture, and corporate leadership. Shrestha is well-known as an inspirational speaker and strategic leadership coach. Participants were trained on a wide range of topics such as leadership principles,…
Kathmandu – Nepal Mediciti Hospital has successfully performed the first liver transplant in its medical history. The liver of 56-year-old Ishwor Bahadur Karki of Pokhara was donated by his son Ayush Karki, 26. The complex surgery was carried out under the leadership of doctors from Nepal Medicity in collaboration with Amrita Hospital in India. It took 9 hours to remove the liver and 13 hours to transplant it. “We had been to India twice, but the consultations there were not satisfactory. After learning that such services were available in Nepal, we decided to get the transplant at Medicity,” said liver…