DM Gastroenterology

Super-specialty doctorate focused on advanced diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic diseases with strong emphasis on endoscopic procedures.
DM Gastroenterology at Tribhuvan University is a three-year program for MD Internal Medicine graduates, designed to produce consultants skilled in luminal GI disorders, hepatology, pancreatology, and therapeutic endoscopy. Training covers high-volume clinical exposure, endoscopic interventions, management of acute GI bleeding, chronic liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, and GI oncology. Graduates are prepared for consultant-level roles in tertiary hospitals and specialized GI units.

Curricular Structure (Table)

Features

• Offered at Maharajgunj Medical Campus and Chitwan Medical College.
• Two seats at IOM (Maharajgunj).
• Extensive hands-on endoscopic exposure.
• Integrated hepatology and pancreatology training.
• Mandatory research component.
• Consultant gastroenterologist readiness on completion.

Admission Process

1. Confirm MD Internal Medicine or equivalent.
2. Verify specialty registration with NMC or respective national medical council.
3. Apply through TU/IOM entrance system.
4. Take the 200-MCQ, 3-hour exam (no negative marking).
5. Achieve minimum 100/200 to qualify.
6. Admission strictly based on merit for the two available seats.

Job Prospects

• Consultant Gastroenterologist in tertiary hospitals.
• Endoscopy unit lead.
• Hepatology and pancreatology specialist.
• GI oncology collaboration roles.
• Academic faculty positions.
• Opportunities for advanced endoscopy fellowships abroad.