Leading Healthcare Professional in Nepal

Prof. Dr. Lochan Karki

Consultant Physician, Academic Leader, and Tireless Advocate for Healthcare Excellence in Nepal.

Qualifications:

MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), MBA (Manipal University, India), FRCP (Edinburgh), FACP (USA), PG Certificate in Aviation Medicine (Singapore)

Affiliations:

Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, NAMS Bir Hospital (2011–present)
Rector, NAMS Bir Hospital (2023–2026)
NMA Immediate Past President (2019–2023)
Regional Advisor, Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE)
Aviation Medical Examiner, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN)
Consultant Physician, Himal Hospital

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Prof. Dr. Lochan Karki - Consultant Physician and Former NAMS Rector

About Prof. 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."

Prof. Dr. Lochan Karki is one of Nepal's most respected physicians — a clinician, educator, policy reformer, and community leader with over two decades of service to the nation's healthcare. Holding fellowships from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (FRCP) and the American College of Physicians (FACP), he brings both international standing and deep local commitment to his work. As Past President of the Nepal Medical Association (2019–2023), he championed the rights and safety of medical professionals, leading the passage of the landmark Healthcare Worker Safety Ordinance — the first law in Nepal's history to give legal protection to doctors and healthcare staff. He also guided Nepal's medical community through the COVID-19 pandemic, overseeing the training of over 12,000 healthcare workers nationwide. A TEDxSanepa speaker, journal editor, and aviation medical examiner, Dr. Karki believes that quality healthcare must reach every Nepali — from the hospital ward to the most remote hillside.

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Career, Research & More

A distinguished career spanning clinical practice, national leadership, academic publishing, and community service

Career & Positions

Academic · NMA · Other Roles

From bedside physician to national leader — a career built on excellence, advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to Nepal's healthcare.

Professor & Former Rector, NAMS Bir Hospital (2023–2026)
NMA President (2019–2023)
Consultant Physician, Himal Hospital (2011–)

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Awards & Distinctions

National & International Honours

Recognised at the highest levels for service, leadership, and humanitarian impact — from the Presidential Medal to international fellowships.

Saprabal Janasewa Shree Award (2021, Govt. of Nepal)
Leadership Award (2022, Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation)
Ram Prasad–Krishna Laxmi Memorial Award

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Research & Publications

18+ Peer-reviewed Papers

Peer-reviewed research covering internal medicine, public health, and healthcare policy — contributing to Nepal's growing medical knowledge base.

Challenges of Medical Education Reform in Nepal: The NAMS Ex... (2023)
Healthcare Worker Safety in Nepal: Legislative Progress and ... (2022)

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Social & Community

Beyond the Clinic

Free health camps, disaster relief, and landmark safety legislation — a commitment to serving every Nepali.

Free health camps — Bhojpur, Rautahat, Melamchi
Healthcare Worker Safety Ordinance (2079 BS)
12,000+ healthcare staff trained during COVID-19

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Media

Media Presence

Prof. 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.

swasthya khabar patrika

‘इतिहासले बलियो बनाएको नेपाल चिकित्सक संघ अहिले परिवर्तनको घुम्तीमा छ’

नेपाल चिकित्सक संघ (एनएमए) ७६ वर्षको इतिहास बोकेको नेपालको सबैभन्दा पुरानो र प्रभावशाली पेशागत संस्थामध्ये एक हो। पञ्चायतकाल, राजाको प्रत्यक्ष शासन, लोकतान्त्रिक आन्दोलन, सशस्त्र द्वन्द्वदेखि कोभिड महामारीसम्मका कठिन मोडहरू पार गरेको यो संस्थामाथि पछिल्लो समय भने आन्तरिक एकता, नेतृत्व शैली, नयाँ पुस्ताको अपेक्षा र संस्थागत रूपान्तरणका विषयमा प्रश्न उठिरहेका छन्।

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