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NepDiMM Graduates-2011

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Ashish Lohani
Nepal

Ben Darveniza
Australia

Bishwa Dawadi
Nepal

Deepak Sapkota
Nepal

Helen Clements
South Africa

Mingma Thsering Sherpa
Nepal

Nima Namgyal Sherpa
Nepal

Pranawa Koirala
Nepal

Rachel Helen Daniels
UK

Raksha Shrestha
Nepal

Sagar Panthi
Nepal

Solomon Dowdall
South Africa

Thomas Beach
UK

Zuzanna Pytel
Poland

NepDiMM Graduates-2012

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Adam Tiley
UK

Christopher Ouimet
USA

David Cook
UK

Dilan Pathmajothy
UK

Ghan Bahadur Thapa
Nepal

Justine Cole
South Africa

Katarzyna Studnicka
UK

Maniraj Neupane
Nepal

Pratibha Phuyal
Nepal

Robin Spencer
UK

Santosh Timalsina
Nepal

Shreedhar Adhikari
Nepal

Simant Singh Thapa
Nepal

Tim Osborne
UK

NepDiMM Graduates-2014

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Alexander Robert Gibson
London, UK

Andrew Veal
Liverpool, UK

Beth Mary Grace McElroy
Cumbria, UK

Bikash Basyal
Rupandehi, Nepal

Dinesh Deonaraian
Auckland, New Zealand

Ernesto jones
Bristol, UK

Hamish Alexander Bruce Reid
Oxford, UK

Kerryn Louise Chatham
Victoria, Australia

Natalie Claire Salvesen
Nelson, New Zealand

Nirajan Regmi
Kaski, Nepal

Rishi Watson
Dublin, Republic of Ireland

Sanjeeb Sudarshan Bhandari
Kaski, Nepal

Sushil Pant
Kathmandu, Nepal

Suvash Dawadi
Mahottari, Nepal

Thomas Massey Odbert
Northampton, UK

NepDiMM Graduates-2015

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Bill Campbell
Tennessee, USA

Bethan Margaret McDonald
Braddon, Australia

Daniel Trevena
Victoria , Australia

Duncan James McAuley
Queensland, Australia

Georgina Sarah East
Collingwood, Australia

Graeme Robert Foggo
Scotland, UK

Hiu Yan Joanne Lai
Flora Garden, Hong Kong

Jacinta Maree O’Neill
Vicotria, Australia

Jeremy Grant Hunter
Wadebridge, UK

Michael John Garrard
British Columbia, Canada

Nicholas Allan Jones
Collingwood, Australia

Olivia Kiwanuka
Stockholm, Sweden

Robert George Normanton
Liverpool, UK

Rudra Dahal
Kathmandu, Nepal

Sachin Bhandari
Kathmandu, Nepal

Santosh Baniya
Kathmandu, Nepal

Shankar Raj Lamichhane
Pokhara, Nepal

Subarna Adhikari
Lalitpur, Nepal

Yogesh Subedi
Manigram, Nepal

NepDiMM Graduates-2017

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Bridget Deirdre McCormack
Australia

Brittany Ellis
Canada

Caroline George
Australia

Charlie Cox
United Kingdom

Charlotte Verney
United Kingdom

Christopher Holden Elen O’Donnell
Australia

Elen O’Donnell
Australia

Éric Contant
Canada

Ishwor Ghimire Padhya
Nepal

Jemima Nilan
Ireland

Jenisha Upadhyay
Nepal

Joshua W. A. Briggs
Canada

Kaste Mateikaite
Lithuania

Kumaran Rasappan
Singapore

Pawan Karki
Nepal

Rhys Harding
Australia

Ryan Ernst
USA

Shailesh Niroula
Nepal

Suman Acharya
Nepal

Utsav Joshi
Nepal

NepDiMM Graduates 2019

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Adrian Tan
Singapore

Andrew Harris
UK

Anna Wallace
UK

Anton Matsson
Sweden

Badri Aryal
Nepal

Brenton Systermans
Australia

Christian Dean
USA

Elizabeth Wood
UK

Jacob Van Dijk
Netherlands

Justine Paddison
New Zealand

Ken-Tze Koh
Australia

Lene Pernes
Norway

Martin Thureson
Sweden

Neil Mackie
UK

Prakash Kharel
Nepal

Rajya Khadka
Nepal

Samriddha Raj Pant
Nepal

Sangeeta Poudel
Nepal

Thomas Brown
UK

Vincent O’Neill
Canada

NepDiMM Graduates-2023

The list of Nepalese Diploma awardees with their contact details is maintained here according to the requirement of the UIAA/IKAR/ISMM regulations.

Alasdair Ackerman  UK
Bethany Butcher USA
Briana Bennett UK
Catherine Campbell Spain
Elisa Chen Yao UK
Isabella Nimmo UK
Kate Amy Alexander UK
Lucy Allen UK
Matthew Bassinger USA
Matthew Mcalpine Australia
Mattjis Van Hooreweghe Belgium
Mingma Kanchi Sherpa Nepal
Nishant Dhakal Nepal
Priti Bhusal Nepal
Rajesh Sharma Nepal
Ramesh Balayar Nepal
Robert Dickson Australia
Sachin Subedi Nepal
Sonali Sharma India
Suraj Bhatta Nepal
Weston PAtrick McCue USA
Yugant Khand Nepal

Engaging Journal Club Session

Namaste MMSN Members,

I hope this message finds you well. Today on 25 April, we had the pleasure of hosting a captivating presentation by Dr. Anil Bist, followed by dynamic interactive sessions led by Prof. Dr. Buddha, Dr. Kamal, and Dr. Siddhartha. We explored the critical appraisal of articles and the significance of letters to editors. The enthusiasm of nearly 55 participants contributed immensely to the success of these sessions, and we extend my heartfelt gratitude to each one of the participants for your active engagement.

MMSN Journal Club

In addition to our stimulating academic discussions, we had the pleasure of distributing certificates for the successful completion of our Journal Club’s recent activities. This recognition is a testament to your dedication and commitment to advancing medical knowledge and practice.

We are continually inspired by the dedication and enthusiasm displayed by our members, and we look forward to many more collaborative learning experiences in the future.

MMSN Journal Club April 25, 2024

Thank you all for your unwavering commitment to our shared pursuit of knowledge and excellence.

Dr. Siddhartha Yadav’s Insightful Talk on Building a Successful Research-Focused Academic Career

Dear MMSN Members,

We are thrilled to share the success of the recent Talk Program hosted by MMSN, featuring Dr. Siddhartha Yadav’s enlightening discussion on “Building a successful research-focused academic career”. The event drew an impressive turnout, with over 80 enthusiastic participants joining us for an engaging and informative session.

Dr. Yadav’s insights resonated deeply with our audience, offering invaluable lessons and perspectives on navigating the complexities of a research-focused academic career. The interactive nature of the session fostered fruitful discussions, with attendees actively participating in question and answer sessions, enriching the learning experience for all.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Kamal Thapa for his inspiring words of encouragement to our young doctors and research aspirants. His unwavering support and guidance are invaluable to our community’s growth and development.

Key Takeaways from the Talk:

  1. Rewarding Path: Dr. Yadav emphasized that a research-focused academic career can be immensely rewarding, provided it aligns with one’s interests and aspirations.
  2. Exploration: Attendees were encouraged to explore the possibility of pursuing a research-focused career path, urging them not to dismiss it without thorough exploration.
  3. Engagement with Literature: Reading journals and writing articles were highlighted as essential practices for aspiring researchers, fostering continuous learning and growth.
  4. Mentorship: Seeking mentorship early in one’s career was underscored as a crucial step towards success, guiding individuals through the complexities of academia and research.
  5. Strategic Planning: Being strategic about career choices and professional development was emphasized, urging attendees to chart their paths thoughtfully and purposefully.

Attached to this message are some snapshots capturing the essence of the talk session, offering a glimpse into the enriching experience shared by all participants.

Attendees of the program

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this event. Your active participation and enthusiasm are what make such gatherings truly impactful and meaningful.

Warm regards,

Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal (MMSN)

BLS Training for Medical Students

In an effort to bolster emergency response skills among future healthcare professionals, the Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal (MMSN) recently organized a Basic Life Support (BLS) training session for third and fourth-year medical students today. The session, attended by 20 students, featured simulated CPR scenarios aimed at providing hands-on experience in managing critical situations.

Integral to the success of the training were pre-test and post-test questionnaires, which gauged participants’ knowledge and skills before and after the session. Encouraging results demonstrated the effectiveness of the training and highlighted its potential for replication across medical colleges in Nepal.

Students filling Pre-Test questionnaire

Special thanks are extended to Dr. Kamal Thapa, President of MMSN, for his support in arranging the event. Dr. Thapa’s commitment to advancing medical education has been instrumental in driving initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills of future healthcare leaders.

Dr. Kamal Thapa Explaining about the protocol

Looking forward, MMSN aims to expand such training programs to encompass all medical colleges, ensuring broader access to life-saving techniques for aspiring healthcare professionals. By leveraging the success of this pilot project, MMSN is poised to make a lasting impact on the preparedness of Nepal’s medical workforce, ultimately saving lives and strengthening healthcare delivery nationwide.

Students Practicing CPR in Manikin

Additionally, the results of the analysis of the pre-test and post-test will be thoroughly examined and published at a later date, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of the training and informing future initiatives in medical education and emergency preparedness.

After the session, spending time with Dr. Maniraj Neupane

Providing Lifesaving Care on the Roof of the World: EverestER

Similar to previous years, the Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal (MMSN) is proud to partner with the Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) to deliver essential medical care to climbers and trekkers on Mount Everest for the 2024 spring season. Through this collaboration, MMSN volunteer doctors’ staff the Everest ER at Everest Base Camp (EBC) and the HRA aid-post in Pheriche.

The Everest ER, established by the HRA, is a crucial medical facility for those attempting the challenging Everest climb or trekking to EBC. MMSN is pleased to contribute to this vital service by deploying volunteer doctors throughout the climbing season. This year, the Everest ER is staffed by:

  • Dr. Greg Stiller: A seasoned physician from Colorado, bringing valuable experience in high-altitude medicine.
  • Dr. Nishant Joshi: A skilled doctor from Kathmandu, offering his expertise to the Everest ER team.
  • Dr. Shreyasi Karki: A dedicated doctor from Kathmandu, contributing her knowledge to the Everest ER.
Everest ER Team 2024

These doctors provide a range of medical services, including:

  • Consultations for altitude sickness and other high-altitude illnesses
  • Treatment for minor injuries and illnesses
  • Preventative education for climbers and trekkers

The HRA’s commitment to trekker and climber safety extends beyond Everest Base Camp. At Pheriche, another aid-post is staffed by experienced doctors:

  • Dr. Kasia Grela: An accomplished anesthetist from Australia/New Zealand, providing crucial expertise at Pheriche.
  • Dr. Brian Strickland: An emergency medicine specialist from Denver, offering his skills to trekkers in Pheriche.

MMSN’s Dedication to Mountain Safety

The MMSN is committed to improving mountain safety in Nepal. By partnering with the HRA to staff these vital aid-posts, MMSN volunteer doctors play an important role in ensuring the wellbeing of those who venture into the majestic Himalayas.

Dr. Shreyasi Karki Shares Her Experience

Dr. Shreyasi Karki, one of the MMSN volunteer doctors at Everest Base Camp this season, shared her thoughts on her experience:

“Being part of the Everest ER team has been an amazing experience. It’s incredibly rewarding to provide medical care in such a challenging environment. I also feel privileged to be one of the few female doctors working at such a high altitude. It’s inspiring to see more women pushing boundaries in mountain medicine, and I’m excited to be a part of that.”

Dr. Karki’s enthusiasm reflects the dedication of all MMSN volunteers who contribute to the health and safety of climbers and trekkers on Nepal’s mountains.

Dr. Shreyasi at Everest Base Camp