Pediatrician & Neonatologist · Nepal

Dr. Narayan
Charan Shrestha

MD Pediatrics · Consultant · Educator

Dr. Narayan Charan Shrestha is a Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist with over 15 years of clinical, academic, and research experience at Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Hospital — dedicated to advancing child health in Nepal and beyond.

Dr. Narayan Charan Shrestha is a Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist with over 15 years of clinical, academic, and research experience. Since 2010, he has been serving at Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Hospital — leading patient care across OPD, NICU, PICU, HDU, and Emergency departments.

His pioneering work on Human Breast Milk Banking has earned international recognition, with presentations in Germany, France, and the United Kingdom. He is equally committed to medical education at KUSMS, mentoring the next generation of physicians and nurses in Nepal.

🏥 Dhulikhel Hospital 🎓 Kathmandu University 👶 NICU · PICU · HDU 🌍 International Speaker
15+
Years Practice
MD
Pediatrics
8+
Conferences
3
Countries
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Dr. Narayan Charan Shrestha
👶
Neonatologist
NICU · PICU · Emergency
15+
Yrs Exp.
Dr. Narayan Charan Shrestha
Specialty
Pediatrics & Neonatology
Hospital
Dhulikhel Hospital, KUH
Since
2010 – Present
Location
Panauti, Kavre, Nepal
About Dr. Shrestha

A Life Dedicated to Child Health

Dr. Narayan Charan Shrestha is a Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist with over 15 years of clinical, academic, and research experience. Born in Panauti, Kavre, Nepal, he has built his career at the intersection of compassionate patient care and rigorous academic medicine.

Since 2010, Dr. Shrestha has been serving at Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Hospital — one of Nepal's leading teaching hospitals — where he leads pediatric patient care across the OPD, NICU, PICU, HDU, and Emergency departments while actively mentoring the next generation of physicians.

His pioneering work on Human Breast Milk Banking has brought international recognition. He has presented his research at conferences across Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, advocating for evidence-based neonatal care in resource-limited settings.

Beyond clinical work, Dr. Shrestha is a dedicated educator at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS), training medical students, residents, and nursing staff in pediatric and neonatal care.

Clinical Excellence — Leading NICU, PICU, and HDU care with evidence-based protocols
Research & Innovation — Pioneering Human Milk Banking in Nepal for resource-limited settings
Medical Education — Teaching and mentoring at Kathmandu University since 2010
Community Health — 6+ years of refugee and community health programme leadership
Education & Training

Academic Qualifications

Rigorous medical training across Nepal and India, establishing a strong foundation in pediatric and neonatal medicine.

Postgraduate
MD in Pediatrics
Kathmandu University · Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India
2010 · EQF Level 7
Undergraduate
MBBS
Tribhuvan University – Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu
2005 · EQF Level 6
Pre-Medical
PCL in General Medicine
Tribhuvan University – Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu
1992 · EQF Level 5
Specialty Training
Advanced Neonatal Ventilation
Advanced Neonatal Ventilation Techniques — Kolkata, India
2013
Continuous Training
Neonatology & NICU Care
Dhulikhel Hospital, KUSMS
2010 – Present
Public Health
Refugee & Community Health
Save the Children Fund (UK) – Refugee Health Project, Jhapa
1993 – 1999
Career Journey

Professional Experience

A career built on service, scholarship, and lasting impact — from refugee health camps to international conference stages.

October 2010 – Present
Healthcare Consultant · Consultant Pediatrician
Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Hospital / KUSMS — Dhulikhel, Nepal
Leading pediatric patient care across OPD, NICU, PICU, HDU, and Emergency. Directing academic activities, clinical skill training, and research programs. Conducting seminars and workshops for medical staff and trainees. Pioneering Human Breast Milk Bank initiative — presented internationally in Germany and France.
February 2006 – August 2007
Healthcare Specialist Lecturer
Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Teaching Hospital / Dhulikhel Medical Institute
Patient management in the Pediatrics Department and lecturer in Allied Health Sciences, contributing to academic development of nursing and paramedical students.
October 1993 – October 1999
Health and Safety Inspector
Save the Children Fund (UK) – Refugee Health Project — Jhapa, Nepal
Planning, implementation, and monitoring of comprehensive health programmes for Bhutanese refugees in Nepal. Coordination with national and international NGOs/INGOs, staff supervision, training, and reporting on health service delivery.
Medical Expertise

Areas of Specialisation

Comprehensive expertise spanning neonatology, pediatric critical care, community health, and medical education.

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Neonatology
NICU management, neonatal resuscitation, care of premature and high-risk newborns.
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Pediatric Critical Care
PICU and HDU management, pediatric emergency medicine, advanced mechanical ventilation.
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Human Milk Banking
Establishing donor human milk banks in resource-limited countries with WHO/UNICEF aligned protocols.
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Medical Education
Teaching at Kathmandu University, clinical skills training, curriculum development, and mentoring.
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Clinical Research
Research in neonatal care practices, traditional neonatal massage, and infant nutrition in low-resource settings.
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Community Health
6+ years leading community health programmes, immunization drives, and maternal-child health outreach.
Research & Publications

Publications & Presentations

Contributing to global pediatric knowledge through research, international presentations, and academic discourse.

International Presentation
Establishment of a Human Breast Milk Bank and Acceptance of Donor Human Milk in Nepal
Dr. Narayan Charan Shrestha MD · Global Child Health Conference, Germany 2026
Conference Presentation
Traditional Baby Massage in Nepal – Hidden Treasure in Neonatal Care
Dr. Narayan C. Shrestha MD · International Neonatology Fellowship, Germany
Institutional Presentation
Department of Paediatrics, Dhulikhel Hospital – Overview and International Collaboration
Dr. Narayan C. Shrestha MD · European Pediatric Fellowship Programme
National Congress
Managing Children in Disasters – National Perspective from Nepal
XIXth Nepalese Congress of Pediatrics · Kathmandu, Nepal · 2018
National Seminar
Measles Surveillance and Eradication Strategies in Nepal
National Health Department Seminar · Kathmandu, Nepal · 2014
International Symposium
Hot Topics in Pediatrics – Neonatal Outcomes in Resource-Limited Settings
4th North Tees Hot Topics in Pediatrics Symposium · Middlesbrough, United Kingdom · 2015
Conferences & Seminars

International & National Engagements

Active participation in advancing pediatric medicine globally and within Nepal.

2026
Global Child Health Conference – Human Milk Banking
📍 Germany
2018
Managing Children in Disasters
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
2018
XIXth Nepalese Congress of Pediatrics
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
2015
4th North Tees Hot Topics in Pediatrics Symposium
📍 Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
2014
XVIIth Nepalese Congress of Pediatrics
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
2014
Measles Surveillance and Eradication Strategies
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
2013
Advanced Neonatal Ventilation Techniques
📍 Kolkata, India
2012
XVIth Nepalese Congress of Pediatrics
📍 Kathmandu, Nepal
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Contact Dr. Shrestha

For professional inquiries, academic collaborations, or medical consultations — reach out directly.

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Alternate Email
nara650@hotmail.com
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Phone
+977 9841348022
+977 9813154000
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Hospital
Dhulikhel Hospital
Kathmandu University Hospital, Nepal
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Residence
Panauti Municipality, Agha Tole-7
Kavre 45209, Nepal
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