MD Anaesthesiology

MD Anaesthesiology is a 3-year postgraduate medical program focused on anesthesia, critical care, pain management, and resuscitation, aimed at producing skilled specialists capable of independent clinical practice, teaching, and research.

Description:
The MD Anaesthesiology program trains candidates in patient assessment, anesthesia administration for surgical, obstetric, and therapeutic procedures, critical care management, resuscitation, pain management, and supervision of healthcare personnel. Graduates are equipped to lead in clinical, academic, and research settings, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice, communication, and continuous professional development.

Curricular Structure (Tentative Table):

Features:

• Develops specialist competence in anaesthesia and critical care
• Training in resuscitation, pain management, and perioperative care
• Research-oriented curriculum with clinical and basic science exposure
• Skill development in teaching, supervision, and communication
• Exposure to recent advances in anaesthesiology and allied fields
• Emphasis on self-directed learning and continuing medical education

Fee:

• Tentative: NPR 2,381,760

Admission Process:

1. Must hold an MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by Nepal Medical Council.
2. Minimum 2 years of work experience in recognized hospitals after temporary registration.
3. Must pass the MECEE-PG written entrance examination with at least 50% marks.
4. Selection criteria:
   • 60% marks from written exam
   • 40% based on:
     • Experience in remote areas (max 20%)
     • Relevant PG diplomas (5%)
     • MBBS score (>75%: 5; >60%: 4; >50%: 3)
     • Health science certificates (ISC/equivalent) (max 5%)
     • SLC/equivalent (max 5%)

Job Prospects:

• Consultant Anaesthesiologist in hospitals and surgical centers
• Critical care specialist
• Pain management specialist
• Academic positions in medical colleges
• Clinical researcher or healthcare administrator