MCh Paediatric Surgery

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

MCh Paediatric Surgery is a three‑year super‑specialty program after MS General Surgery, focused on surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents. The program trains surgeons in neonatal surgery and all organ-based pediatric procedures.

Description
The program provides advanced training in pediatric and neonatal surgery, including congenital anomalies, trauma, oncology, and minimally invasive procedures. Trainees gain experience in emergency and elective surgeries, critical care, academic activities, and research. Graduates can work in tertiary hospitals, specialized pediatric surgery centers, and academic institutions.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (example key domains)

Year / DomainFocus areas
Training Years 1–3Clinical and operative pediatric surgery, neonatal surgery, perioperative care
Applied Basic Medical ScienceAnatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology
General SurgerySurgical principles, trauma, sepsis, shock, fluid/electrolyte management, perioperative care, pain management, transfusion, applied surgical anatomy, genetics, nutrition, palliative care
Subspecialty ModulesPediatric Surgery, GI Surgery, Urology, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Research & EthicsBiostatistics, Medical Ethics, Medical Education, Communication, Medicolegal issues
Clinical RotationsInpatient care, outpatient clinics, neonatal surgery units, emergency surgery, ICU management
Academic ActivitiesSeminars, journal clubs, case presentations
ResearchThesis or project aligned with national requirements

Features

Features

  • Three-year full-time residency post-MS General Surgery.
  • Extensive clinical and operative exposure across pediatric subspecialties.
  • Research or thesis requirement.
  • Recognition by Nepal Medical Council and national DM/MCh regulations.

Admission Process

Admission process

  • MS General Surgery or equivalent required; specialty MS holders eligible only in their field.
  • 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 Surgery, Subspecialty subjects, Research & Ethics.
  • Selection based on merit of examination scores.
  • Application through national MEC/DM-MCh/NBMS-SS process with applicable fees.

 

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Consultant pediatric surgeon in hospitals and specialized pediatric centers.
  • Faculty positions in medical colleges and teaching hospitals.
  • Specialist in neonatal surgery, congenital anomalies, pediatric oncology, or minimally invasive surgery.
  • Researcher or principal investigator in pediatric surgical studies.