Handel’s Messiah for Doctors for Nepal
This December, in partnership with the incredible Baroque Collective, we bring you, Handel’s Messiah, a fundraising concert for Doctors for Nepal. By attending, you’ll be contributing to the advancement of healthcare in rural Nepal, so mark your calendars for an extraordinary evening.
Handel: Messiah
Alexandra Kidgell, sopranoRebecca Leggett, mezzo sopranoRichard Bignall, tenorRobert Davies, baritone
The Baroque Collective SingersThe Baroque CollectiveAlison Bury, leaderJohn Hancorn, director
Special advanced booking for DFN supporters from 17.09.23: ...
Dr. Purna Reports on Rural Karnali Health Camp
Thanks to DFN doctor, Purna, for sharing his experience at a recent district hospital health camp offering VIA (cervical screening), OPD and family planning.
'It was a great opportunity for us to help those women who are almost away from main health stream. We have gave a comprehensive health Service including family planning, OPD, VIA screening. More than 200 womens of 'Khina Gau' of Palata rural municipality (one of the most remotest part of Kalikot district) were benifited by this camp.' - Purna
Watch his video here:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/48329419745...
Dr. Man Passes Nepal Medical Council Exam
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, he will be posted to a role in rural Nepal in just a few weeks!
Dr. Meena Embarks on Postgraduate Study!
Congratulations to Dr. Meena, who will be embarking on postgraduate study this month, having successfully gained a place for her MD in General Practice in Kathmandu.
Since becoming our first female graduate in 2016, Meena has gone on to serve thousands of patients in rural Nepal, working in remote Mugu district. We're so proud of her as she takes this next step towards becoming a consultant-level doctor!
Introducing Our New Patron: Dame Joanna Lumley
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 proud and happy to be the patron for this excellent charity, which punches far above its weight and encapsulates everything I believe in”.
She has a deep personal connection with Nepal, her father having served with the 6th Gurkha Rifles during the Second World War. Her name has long been synonymous with Nepal, particularly her involvement in the successful campaign to ensure that Gurkhas who fought for the UK gained ...
Two Nurses and a Midwife to Join the Workforce at KAHS
Nurses Niruta Shahi (pictured) and Sita Sharma and midwife, Parbati Bhandari have aced their recent exam and application process, and have been offered staff jobs at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS).
The three young women graduated at the end of 2023, having received DFN scholarships for their study at KAHS. They will be based in Jumla, providing nursing and midwifery care to the surrounding remote communities in their home district. We wish them the best of luck in their new roles!
