MS in Orthopedics

MS in Orthopedics at Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences is a three-year postgraduate program that trains physicians in orthopedic surgery, trauma management, and musculoskeletal care.

Prepares specialist surgeons to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders, perform orthopedic surgeries, and manage trauma and rehabilitation cases.
Delivery mode: on-campus, combining clinical rotations, surgical practice, and theoretical instruction.
Assessment: MECEE-PG entrance exam, continuous clinical evaluation, and final examinations.

Features
Three-year structured curriculum integrating clinical orthopedic practice and theoretical knowledge.
Eligibility for postgraduate scholarships under national medical regulations.
Preparation for professional licensure and specialist registration.
Exposure to advanced orthopedic surgery and trauma care.

Fee
Tentative total fee: NPR 2,381,760.

Admission process
Hold MBBS or equivalent from recognized institution.
Registered with Nepal Medical Council (or relevant medical council for foreign candidates).
Minimum one year clinical experience (except MDGP and MD/MS in Basic Medical Sciences).
Appear in MECEE-PG entrance exam; minimum 50% required to qualify.
Follow institutional admission procedures and complete enrollment.

Entrance Exam (MECEE-PG) format
Type: Single best response, Multiple Choice Questions
Questions: 200, Duration: 3 hours
Weightage: Clinical (Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Anaesthesiology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology) 115 marks; Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Microbiology) 60 marks; Community Medicine + Research, Forensic, CPD-related topics 25 marks.

Job prospects
Orthopedic surgeon in hospitals, trauma centers, and specialized orthopedic clinics.
Consultant in joint replacement, sports medicine, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Academic and research roles in medical colleges and hospitals.
Leadership positions in orthopedic departments and healthcare management