Leading Healthcare Professional in Nepal

Dr. Lochan
Karki

Professor & Rector, NAMS Bir Hospital NMA Past President FRCP (Edinburgh)

Consultant Physician, academic leader, and tireless advocate for healthcare excellence in Nepal.

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FRCP (Edinburgh)

NAMS Rector

Aviation Med. Examiner

10+Years of Leadership

About Dr. Karki

A Life Dedicated to
Healing & Leadership

"The primary purpose of NAMS is to be an 'Expanded NAMS' — extending quality medical education to all provinces of Nepal."

Dr. Lochan Karki is one of Nepal's foremost physicians, currently serving as Professor and Rector at the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Bir Hospital, Kathmandu — the country's oldest and most prestigious postgraduate medical institution.

With Nepal Medical Council License No. 4687, Dr. Karki holds FRCP (Edinburgh) and has served in multiple critical national roles including as President of the Nepal Medical Association (2019–2023), Editor of the Journal of Nepal Medical Association, and Aviation Medical Examiner for CAAN.

Kathmandu, Nepal

NMC No. 4687

FRCP (Edinburgh)

Aviation Medical Examiner, CAAN

Editor, JNMA

NMA Past President

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Career Journey

Academic & Professional Positions

A distinguished career spanning clinical practice, academic leadership, and national healthcare governance

Academic Track — NAMS

20 July 2023 — Present

Professor, Internal Medicine

NAMS Bir Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine

Current

13 Feb 2017 — 22 Jun 2023

Associate Professor, Internal Medicine

National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital

28 Nov 2014 — 12 Feb 2017

Assistant Professor

National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital

4 Mar 2011 — 27 Nov 2014

Clinical Tutor

National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital

Nepal Medical Association

2023 — Present

Immediate Past President

Nepal Medical Association, Kathmandu

Leadership

2019 — 2023

President

Nepal Medical Association

2016 — 2019

General Secretary

Nepal Medical Association, Central Office, Kathmandu

2013 — 2016

Joint Secretary

Nepal Medical Association

2011 — 2013

Central Committee Member

Nepal Medical Association

Rector, NAMS

22 June 2023 – Present · NAMS Bir Hospital, Kathmandu

Current

Consultant Physician

2011 – Present · Himal Hospital Pvt Ltd (OPD, IPD, ICU)

Current

Aviation Medical Examiner

2018 – Present · Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN)

Current

Editor, JNMA

2023 – Present · Journal of Nepal Medical Association

Current

FRCP (Edinburgh)

2024 – Present · Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh, UK — 9 Feb 2024

Current

Regional Adviser, RCPE Nepal

2024 – Present · Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh · International

Current

Recognition

Awards & Distinctions

A record of national and international recognition for service, leadership, and humanitarian impact in healthcare

2021

Government of Nepal

Suprabal Janasewa Shree Award

Presented by the Rt. Honourable President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, Mrs. Bidya Devi Bhandari, in recognition of distinguished service to the nation's healthcare sector. One of Nepal's highest civilian honours in the field of public service.

Presidential Award

2022

Government of India

Leadership Award — ITEC

Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Leadership Award presented by the Government of India in recognition of outstanding healthcare leadership. Dr. Karki also led 46 Nepali doctors to a Management Development Programme at PGIMER, Chandigarh as part of this cooperation.

International Award

2023

Krishna Laxmi-Laxmi Shrestha Memorial Foundation

Ram Prasad-Krishna Laxmi Shrestha Memorial Award

Awarded for impactful rural healthcare service including free health camps in Bhojpur and other underserved communities. Dr. Karki's family also donated 20 ropani of land to the Gurukul, and his leadership secured an ambulance for Pyauli Hospital through the Indian Embassy.

Humanitarian Award

Licensure & Certifications

Nepal Medical CouncilLicense No. 4687

FRCP (Edinburgh)Royal College of Physicians, UK

Aviation Medicine CertificateIAASM-SAA Postgraduate Certificate

Management DevelopmentPGIMER, Chandigarh, India 2022

Research

Publications & Research

18+ peer-reviewed publications in the Journal of Nepal Medical Association spanning internal medicine, clinical epidemiology, and healthcare management

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Challenges of Medical Education Reform in Nepal: The NAMS Experience

Karki L

Journal of Nepal Medical Association (JNMA) 2023 doi: 10.31729/jnma.7840 Editorial

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Healthcare Worker Safety in Nepal: Legislative Progress and Ongoing Challenges

Karki L, Upreti D

Journal of Nepal Medical Association (JNMA) 2022 doi: 10.31729/jnma.7021 Review Article

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Hyponatremia in Hospitalized Patients: Prevalence, Clinical Profile and Outcome

Karki L, Sharma SK, Mahat K, et al.

Journal of Nepal Medical Association (JNMA) 2021 doi: 10.31729/jnma.6410 Original Article

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Dengue Fever: Changing Epidemiology and Clinical Profile in Kathmandu Valley

Karki L, Pandey BD, Shrestha P, et al.

Journal of Nepal Medical Association (JNMA) 2020 doi: 10.31729/jnma.5123 Original Article

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Aviation Medicine in Nepal: Scope, Challenges and the Role of the Aviation Medical Examiner

Karki L

Journal of Nepal Medical Association (JNMA) 2020 doi: 10.31729/jnma.5010 Review Article

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Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Nepal: Burden, Risk Factors and Healthcare Implications

Karki L, Thapa S, Acharya B, Adhikari RK

Journal of Nepal Medical Association (JNMA) 2019 doi: 10.31729/jnma.4567 Review Article

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Media

Media Presence

Dr. Karki's voice in the national conversation — TEDx talks, television interviews, newspaper columns, and digital media

TEDx Talk

Save Doctors, Save Lives | TEDxSanepa

Dr. Lochan Karki's landmark TEDxSanepa talk on the crisis facing healthcare workers in Nepal and the urgent need for systemic reform.

Interview

Dr. Lochan Karki | President, NMA | Good Morning Nepal

Interview as NMA President discussing healthcare policies, doctors' rights, and challenges facing Nepal's health sector.

Panel Discussion

Dr. Lochan Karki On Doctors Getting Hate For Their Work

Discussion on the growing trend of public criticism and violence against medical professionals in Nepal and how to address it.

TV Program

Prof. Dr Lochan Karki | GHAM CHHAYA | 2082-06-23

Prof. Dr. Lochan Karki and Dr. Sudha Basnet Karki on the GHAM CHHAYA program discussing health topics.

Panel

NMA Executive for Salary and Security — Dr. Lochan Karki

Panel discussion on NMA's demands for better salaries, security, and professional recognition for medical workers in Nepal.

Summit

National Health Summit — Dr. Lochan Karki

Dr. Karki speaking ahead of the National Health Summit, outlining key agenda items and healthcare reform priorities.

Live

AP TALK TIME | Challenges Before Health Minister

Live discussion on the major challenges facing the health ministry and what the new government must prioritise.

News

Police vs Doctors Movement — Dr. Karki’s Statement

Dr. Karki's statement and announcement of the doctors' movement after medical personnel were assaulted during a presidential motorcade.

Interview

Dr. Lochan Karki — Healthcare Leadership Interview

In-depth interview with Dr. Lochan Karki on his journey from clinical practice to national healthcare leadership, NAMS expansion plans, and Nepal's health reform agenda.

Podcast

On Air With Sanjay #146 — Dr. Lochan Karki

Dr. Lochan Karki and Sushant Murarka discuss the challenges facing Nepal's medical profession, healthcare reform, and strategies to stop the brain drain of doctors abroad.

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