DM Gastroenterology

National Academy of Medical Sciences
3 years
Rs. 2590000
Updated December 21, 2025

University

National Academy of Medical Sciences

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs. 2590000

Colleges

1+

Summary

DM Gastroenterology is a three‑year super‑specialty program after MD Internal Medicine, training physicians in the diagnosis, management, and interventional treatment of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders. Graduates are prepared for independent clinical practice, research, and academic roles in gastroenterology.

Description
The program provides advanced training in clinical gastroenterology, endoscopic procedures, hepatology, inflammatory and functional gastrointestinal disorders, and critical care. Trainees gain experience in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings, participate in academic activities, and complete a research project or thesis. Graduates are qualified to serve in tertiary care hospitals, specialized gastroenterology centers, and academic institutions.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (example key domains)

Year / DomainFocus areas
Training Years 1–3Clinical gastroenterology, diagnostics, interventional procedures, patient management
Applied Basic Medical ScienceAnatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology
General MedicineEmergency and critical care, infectious diseases, rheumatology, fluid/electrolyte balance, allergy, nutrition, preventive medicine, mental health, molecular/genetic diseases, palliative care
Subspecialty ModulesGastroenterology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Hematology, Hepatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Oncology, Pulmonology
Research & EthicsBiostatistics, Medical Ethics, Medical Education, Communication, Medicolegal issues
Clinical RotationsInpatient care, outpatient clinics, endoscopy, hepatology, ICU management
Academic ActivitiesSeminars, journal clubs, case presentations
ResearchThesis or project aligned with national requirements

Features

Features

  • Three-year full-time residency post-MD Internal Medicine.
  • Extensive clinical exposure across gastroenterology and hepatology subspecialties.
  • Research or thesis requirement.
  • Recognition by Nepal Medical Council and national DM/MCh regulations.

Fee
Typical tuition ~ NPR 2,590,000; may vary by institution or for foreign students.

Admission Process

Admission process

  • MD Internal Medicine or equivalent required.
  • Registration with Nepal Medical Council or equivalent.
  • Entrance exam: 200 single best response MCQs, 3 hours, pass marks 100.
  • Exam covers Applied Basic Medical Sciences, General Medicine, Subspecialty subjects, Miscellaneous topics.
  • Selection based on merit of examination scores and additional weightage for service experience where applicable.
  • Application through national MEC/DM-MCh/NBMS-SS process with applicable fees.

 

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Consultant gastroenterologist in hospitals and specialized GI centers.
  • Faculty positions in medical colleges and teaching hospitals.
  • Specialist in hepatology, interventional endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, or critical care gastroenterology units.
  • Researcher or clinical investigator in gastrointestinal and hepatology studies.

 

Colleges Offering This Course

National Academy for Medical Sciences