OPD Hours: Sun to Thu: 8AM - 2:30PM, Fri 8AM - 11:30AM
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Name of Department: Department of Neurosurgery
Name of Head of Department: Dr Gopal Sedain
Department introduction/description :
The Neurosurgery Department is a key part of the Institute of Medicine in Kathmandu, Nepal. The department of Neurosurgery is one of the earliest to provide sub specialty training since 2010 AD. Currently 11 batches of graduates have been trained with degree of MCh and providing neurosurgical services across Nepal and abroad.
The department is staffed by highly trained neurosurgeons who handle a wide range of complex cases, including brain tumors, aneurysms, trauma, pediatric cases, and various neurological disorders with advanced neurosurgical equipment.
The department is also heavily involved in teaching and research, with activities such as journal clubs, case presentations, and mortality reviews. This ensures that both residents and medical students receive comprehensive training and exposure to the latest advancements in neurosurgery
Department vision, mission and goals:
The Neurosurgery Department at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH) aims to be a center of excellence in neurosurgical care, education, and research. We strive to provide the highest quality of patient care, advance the field through innovative research, and train the next generation of neurosurgeons.
Department of Neurosurgery mission
Patient Care: To deliver comprehensive and compassionate neurosurgical care to patients, utilizing the latest technology and evidence-based practices.
Education: To provide rigorous and comprehensive training to medical students, residents, ensuring they
are well-prepared for their careers in neurosurgery.
Research: To conduct cutting-edge research that advances the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders, contributing to the global body of knowledge in neurosurgery.
Clinical Excellence: Continuously improve patient outcomes through the adoption of advanced surgical techniques and technologies.
Educational Leadership: Develop and implement innovative teaching methods and curriculum to enhance the learning experience for trainees.
Research Innovation: Foster a research environment that encourages collaboration and innovation, aiming to publish findings in reputable journals and present at international conferences.
Sustainability: Ensure the department’s growth and investing in infrastructure and human resources.
Department faculty members
|
S.N. |
Full Name |
Designation |
Full Academic Qualifications (Bachelor onwards) |
Joined year |
|
1. |
Dr. Mohan Raj Sharma |
Professor |
MS |
1997 |
|
2. |
Dr. Sushil Krishna Shilpakar |
Professor |
MS, |
1996 |
|
3. |
Dr Gopal Sedain |
Associate Professor and Head |
MS, MCh |
2010 |
|
4. |
Dr. Amit Bahadur Pradhanang |
Assistant Professor |
MS, MCh
|
2015 |
|
5. |
Dr. Dipendra Kumar Shrestha |
Lecturer |
MS, MCh
|
2023 |
|
6. |
Dr Sandeep Bohara |
Registrar |
MS, MCh
|
2023 |
|
7. |
Dr Anjan Singh karki |
Registrar |
MS, MCh
|
2024 |
|
8. |
Dr Prabhat Jha |
Clinical Lecturer |
MS, MCh
|
2024 |
|
S.N |
Full Name |
Designation |
Full Academic Qualifications |
Joined Year |
|
1. |
Prity Kumari Sah |
Health Assistant |
Health Assistant |
2079 |
Unit Division
Unit I: Prof Sushil Krishna Shilpakar/ Dr Dipendra Shrestha/Dr Prabhat Jha
Unit II: Prof Mohan Raj Sharma/ Dr Amit Pradhanang/Dr Sandeep Bohara
Unit III: Assoc. Prof Gopal Sedain/ Dr Anjan Singh Karki
OPD Schedule
|
Day |
Unit |
Time |
|
Sunday |
Unit III |
14:00 – 16:00 |
|
Monday |
Unit II |
14:00 – 16:00 |
|
Tuesday |
Unit I |
9:00 – 12:00 |
|
Wednesday |
Unit III |
14:00 – 16:00 |
|
Thursday |
Unit II |
9:00 – 12:00 |
|
Friday |
Unit I |
9:00 – 12:00 |
Thursday all units 14:00-1600 (spine OPD)
EHS:
Monday and Thursday:-Prof Mohan Raj Sharma
Sunday and Tuesday: Prof Sushil K Shilpakar
Wednesday and Friday: Dr Gopal Sedain
Monday and Thursday:-Dr Amit B Pradhanang
Prof Mohan Raj Sharma ([email protected])
List of hospital clinical services provided and Number of patients served/treated (concise list only)
Academic programs and students educated/trained each year / total
|
Level |
S.N. |
Program name |
Tick / Yes / No |
|
Bachelor |
1. |
MBBS BDS |
|
|
|
2. |
MS |
|
|
Super-specialty |
3. |
DM Neurology |
rotation |
|
4. |
MCh |
2 |
Training/Workshops/Conferences conducted by department (last 1 year only)
1. Current Opinion in Neurosurgery (COIN IV) – One day workshop conducted on Feb 24
2. 5th Annual Spine week 2024
Services provided
Neuro Trauma
Neuro Oncology
Pediatric neurosurgery
Vascular neurosurgery
Spine Services
Epilepsy Surgery
Endoscopic Skull base
Peripheral nerve surgery
Stroke neurosurgery
Neuro intervention (Diagnostics)
Facilities
64 Slice CT (round the clock)
3T MRI (round the clock)
Neuro microscope (KINEVO and Haag Streit)
Neuro navigation (Medtronics Stealth brain and spine)
Neuro drills: NSK and Medtronics
Bone Piezo
CUSA
Endoscopes karl Storz
GE C arm
Research activities of the faculties/department (last 1 year only)
· 1. Pandemic ethics, international funded project by university of Oslo by Prof Mohan Raj Sharma
· 2. MMC grant – Clinical characteristics, management strategy and outcome of patients with pituitary tumors in a tertiary centre in Nepal
· 3. Original article (ongoing): Experience with Chiari Malformation
· 4. Original article (ongoing): Outcome of patients operated for posterior fossa hemangioblastoma
· 5. Original article (ongoing): Early experience of MIS discectomy at TUTH
· 6. Original article (ongoing): Clinical characteristics, management strategy and outcome of patients with traumatic spinal cord injury in a tertiary centre in Nepal
· 7. Original article (ongoing): Postoperative length of stay versus postoperative outcome in neurosurgery patients
· 8. Original article (ongoing): Surgical outcomes following resection of vestibular schwanomma in a tertiary centre in Nepal
· 9. Supervision Research activities of two medical students of USA (Stanford university and Downstate university of New York)
· 10. Collaborative monthly research meeting online with Virginia Mason center USA
