B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, medical school in Nepal
The B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences is a medical school in Dharan, Nepal, with an integrated teaching hospital and multiple academic faculties. The facility includes four main faculties for medicine, dentistry, nursing, and public health, supported by over 700 hospital beds and modern medical technology including MRI, CT scanners, and catheterization laboratories.
The institute was founded on January 18, 1993, and named after Bisheshwar Prasad Koirala, a former prime minister of Nepal known for his efforts in social progress. In October 1998, it became an independent university and took over a nearby hospital with 150 beds, which was later expanded to over 700 beds.
The institute is known locally as Ghopa Camp, a name that reflects its place in daily life in Dharan. This institution serves as a central health hub for the region, making it an important part of how the community thinks about medical care and health services.
The institute is easily reached on foot or by local transport from central Dharan and is located near markets, schools, and parks. The campus features a clean environment with wide walkways and green spaces, making it pleasant to navigate for both visitors and students.
The institute works closely with Indian medical authorities and universities, allowing Nepal to access new medicines and technologies. This international partnership regularly attracts visiting professors from India and other countries who deliver lectures and workshops, enriching the learning environment.
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