MD Radio Diagnosis

Three-year postgraduate residency producing clinically competent radiologists capable of independently performing and interpreting all major imaging modalities. Training integrates radiological science, patient safety, technological proficiency, and supervised clinical exposure.

The program addresses Nepal’s shortage of radiologists by delivering a structured residency emphasizing clinical radiology, imaging physics, procedural skills, and diagnostic reasoning. Residents progress from foundational anatomy–technique correlation to advanced modality interpretation across CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography, and nuclear medicine. Rotations cover general radiology, neuroradiology, pediatric imaging, OBGYN imaging, MSK, and interventional units. Academic obligations include conferences, case discussions, supervised reporting, and presentations. Successful completion prepares graduates for independent practice and leadership roles.

Curricular Structure 

Basic Anatomy–Technique Correlation

2nd–3rd Year Advanced Training

Features

• Full clinical residency with progressive responsibility.
• Mandatory exposure to all major imaging technologies.
• Structured on-call system.
• Strong emphasis on radiation safety and ethics.
• Nationally standardized entrance examination (MECEE-PG).
• Multi-institution availability under TU.

Admission Process

• MBBS or equivalent from recognized institution.
• Valid NMC registration (or home-country council for foreign applicants).
• Minimum one-year clinical experience (exceptions noted).
• Mandatory MECEE-PG entrance exam.
• Minimum 50% score to qualify for merit list.
• Merit-based seat allocation across TU-affiliated institutions.

Entrance Exam Summary

• Format: Single-best-response MCQ.
• Questions: 200.
• Duration: 3 hours.
• Distribution: Clinical 115, Basic Sciences 60, Others 25.
• Recall/Understanding/Application ratio: 30/50/20.

Job Prospects

• Consultant radiologist in hospitals, medical colleges, diagnostic centers.
• Lead roles in CT, MRI, USG, interventional suites.
• Academic faculty positions.
• Government and military hospital radiology departments.
• Private-sector diagnostic entrepreneurship.
• Sub-specialty fellowship pathways (neuro, MSK, interventional, women’s imaging).