DM Medical Hematology

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

Summary

DM Medical Hematology is a three‑year super‑specialty program focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of blood, bone marrow, immunologic, and hemostatic disorders. The program equips graduates for clinical practice, research, and academic roles in hematology, including stem cell transplantation.

Description
The program provides comprehensive training in clinical and laboratory hematology, management of malignant and non-malignant blood disorders, immunologic and coagulation disorders, and stem cell transplantation. Trainees gain expertise in interpreting laboratory data, patient care, mentoring, and conducting research. Graduates can work in tertiary hospitals, specialized hematology centers, research institutes, and academic institutions.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (example key domains)

Year / DomainFocus areas
Training Years 1–3Clinical hematology, laboratory diagnostics, stem cell transplantation, 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 ModulesHematology, Oncology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Pulmonology
Research & EthicsBiostatistics, Medical Ethics, Medical Education, Communication, Medicolegal issues
Clinical RotationsInpatient care, outpatient clinics, laboratory hematology, stem cell transplant units
Academic ActivitiesSeminars, journal clubs, case presentations
ResearchThesis or project aligned with national requirements

Features

Features

  • Three-year full-time residency program.
  • Clinical and laboratory hematology training.
  • Research or thesis requirement.
  • Recognition by Nepal Medical Council and national DM/MCh regulations.

 

Admission Process

Admission process

  • MD Internal Medicine or equivalent required.
  • Registration with Nepal Medical Council or equivalent.
  • Selection based on merit, clinical competence, and research potential.
  • Application through national MEC/DM-MCh/NBMS-SS process with applicable fees.

 

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Consultant hematologist in hospitals and specialized hematology centers.
  • Faculty positions in medical colleges and teaching hospitals.
  • Specialist in stem cell transplantation, coagulation disorders, or hematologic malignancies.
  • Researcher or principal investigator in hematology and transfusion medicine studies.