MCh Surgical Gastroenterology

Tribhuwan University
3 years
Rs. 2590000
Updated December 3, 2025

University

Tribhuwan University

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs. 2590000

Summary

Super-specialty surgical program focused on advanced operative management of gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, and abdominal diseases.
MCh Surgical Gastroenterology at Tribhuvan University is a three-year, high-volume surgical residency designed for MS General Surgery graduates. The program develops surgeons capable of performing complex GI, HPB, minimally invasive, and advanced oncologic procedures. Training spans emergency and elective GI surgery, endoscopic skills, perioperative critical care, and multidisciplinary cancer management. Graduates emerge ready for consultant roles in GI and HPB surgical units.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (Table)

ComponentCoverage
Upper GI SurgeryEsophageal, gastric, duodenal surgery; reflux and motility disorders
Lower GI SurgeryColorectal cancer, IBD surgery, minimally invasive colorectal procedures
Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic SurgeryLiver resections, biliary reconstruction, pancreatic surgery
GI OncologyMultidisciplinary tumor boards, staging, radical resections
Acute Abdomen & TraumaEmergency GI surgery, perforations, bleeding, traumatic injuries
EndoscopyDiagnostic upper/lower endoscopy, therapeutic procedures (where available)
Minimally Invasive SurgeryLaparoscopic GI procedures
Nutrition & Perioperative CarePre-op optimization, ICU care, postoperative management
ResearchDissertation, clinical audits, journal review
Academic ResponsibilitiesCase presentations, seminars, operative planning

Features

Features

  • Offered at: Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Chitwan Medical College, KIST Medical College.
  • Two seats at IOM (Maharajgunj).
  • Extensive operative exposure in GI and HPB surgery.
  • Structured residency covering elective, emergency, and oncology pathways.
  • Mandatory research component.
  • Consultant-level GI surgeon competence at completion.

 

Admission Process

Admission Process

  1. Confirm MS General Surgery or equivalent.
  2. Candidate with MS in another surgical subspecialty eligible only for its own MCh, not GI surgery.
  3. Verify specialty registration in NMC or respective national medical council.
  4. Apply via TU/IOM entrance system.
  5. Sit for the 200-MCQ, 3-hour examination (no negative marking).
  6. Achieve minimum 100/200 to qualify.
  7. Selection strictly merit-based for available seats.

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • Consultant GI/HPB Surgeon in tertiary hospitals.
  • Colorectal surgery specialist.
  • Pancreatic and hepatobiliary service roles.
  • GI oncology surgeon.
  • Academic faculty and research appointments.
  • Fellowship pathways abroad in advanced HPB, MIS, colorectal, and transplant surgery.