DM Gastroenterology and Hepatology

B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
3 years
Rs. 2590000
Updated December 21, 2025

University

B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs. 2590000

Colleges

1+

Summary

DM Gastroenterology and Hepatology is a 3-year super-specialty doctoral program focused on advanced diagnosis, treatment, and research of gastrointestinal and liver diseases.

This DM program at B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan, trains physicians to function as independent gastroenterologists and hepatologists. The course integrates intensive clinical exposure, endoscopy-based procedural training, hepatology care, emergency GI management, academics, and mandatory research. Final examinations occur between 34–36 months, with a maximum completion limit of 6 years.

Description

Curricular Structure

S.NoAreaContent / DomainNo. of Questions
1Applied Basic Medical ScienceAnatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology & Toxicology, Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology20
2General MedicineEmergency & critical care, Infectious diseases, Rheumatology, Electrolyte & acid–base balance, Immunology, Nutrition, Preventive medicine, Mental health, Genetics, Palliative care60
3Subspecialty SubjectsCardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Haematology, Hepatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Oncology, Pulmonology90
4MiscellaneousResearch & Biostatistics, Medical Ethics, Medical Education, Communication skills, Medicolegal issues30
Total  200

Features

Features

  • Super-specialty DM degree under BPKIHS
  • Limited intake: 2 seats (1 Open, 1 FDP)
  • Advanced endoscopy and hepatology training
  • Strong clinical exposure in tertiary-care setting
  • Mandatory research and academic development
  • Recognized by Nepal Medical Council

Fee

  • NPR 2,590,000 (Tentative, total program fee)

Admission Process

Admission Process (Points)

  • Eligibility verification (MD Internal Medicine or equivalent)
  • Valid specialty registration with Nepal Medical Council
  • Entrance examination (200 MCQs, no negative marking)
  • Merit-based selection
  • Institutional enrollment and commencement of training

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • Consultant Gastroenterologist
  • Consultant Hepatologist
  • Faculty in Medical Colleges
  • Specialist in Government or Private Hospitals
  • Advanced Endoscopy Specialist
  • Researcher / Clinical Trial Investigator
  • International fellowship and practice pathways

 

Colleges Offering This Course

B P Koirala Institute of Health Sciences