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We have launched a fundraising appeal in aid of those affected by the August 2026 flash floods in Nepal. In the days since the floods tore through…

On top of our work providing undergraduate scholarships, we are passionate about upskilling doctors and recognise the desperate need for…

We’ve had a fantastic few days hosting Dr. Mangal, Vice Chancellor of our partner medical school, Karnali Academy of Health Sciences! As well…

Thanks to DFN doctor, Purna, for sharing his experience at a recent district hospital health camp offering VIA (cervical screening), OPD and family…

Congratulations to DFN Doctor, Man Bahadur Darji, who has passed his Nepal Medical Council exam! Now is he coming to the end of his internship year,…

Congratulations to Dr. Meena, who will be embarking on postgraduate study this month, having successfully gained a place for her MD in General…

We are absolutely delighted to announce that Dame Joanna Lumley has accepted the position of patron for Doctors For Nepal. Dame Joanna says: “I am…

Nurses Niruta Shahi (pictured) and Sita Sharma and midwife, Parbati Bhandari have aced their recent exam and application process, and have been…

A college friend of DFN trustee, Chris Yarrow, has been using his gardening skills to benefit the charity. Roger, 82, who lives near Vancouver, BC,…

DFN doctor, Prakash, has passed the Common Entrance Exam for postgraduate study, ranking very highly among his peers. Having completed his bonded…

Brilliant new doctor, Santosh Upadhayay, has passed his license exam! Passing the Medical Licensing Exam will allow him to practice as a…

Report on Community Education and Awareness about Menstrual Hygiene By Yuna Shahi Date: 11th January, 2024 I am pleased to provide this report on…

Following the November 2023 earthquake that struck Jajarkot, western Nepal, killing around 200 people and injuring many more, DFN consultant, Dr….

Report on Health teaching on Family Planning in Community By Yuna Shahi Date:15th November, 2023 In many communities, there is a lack of awareness…

DFN doctor, Man Bahadur Darji, took part in a health camp this week, along with colleagues, including fellow DFN Doctor, Kamal Hamal. They helped…

Our thoughts are with all of those affected by the earthquake that hit western Nepal on 3rd November, which killed over 150 people, injuring many…

Thank you to Dr. Meena (pictured here with fellow DFN doctor, Nahakul) for sending us this case study from her time working in Mugu. This case…

Our founder, Dr. Kate Yarrow, and Operations Manager, Caz Winter, have recently returned from a very successful trip to Nepal. The short trip was…

Inspirational cyclists, Nigel Lewers and Konrad von Szczepanski, conquered the London to Brighton bike ride at the weekend in aid of DFN. They…

A group of young DFN supporters spent the last day of the summer holidays raising money for DFN! Margaux and friends set up a fundraising stall in…

DFN nurse, Yuna Shahi, has been doing incredible work raising awareness of family planning in her role at Oda Foundation in Kalikot. The initiative…

Two of our recently graduated PCL nurses have secured employment in rural areas. Sangita K.C. and Rita Jirel will both be working as nurses with…

Nigel Lewers and Konrad von Szczepanski are cycling from London to Brighton on 10th September 2023 in aid of DFN! All donations raised from this…

Thanks to DFN scholarships, six more inspirational students have finished their study! We’re delighted for our five third-year nursing…

Thanks to a DFN donation, another piece of equipment is now being put to full use in a rural area, making a significant impact on maternal…