Department of Orthopedics

Skeletal frameworks are formed by bones to protect various body organs. It gives a specific shape and helps us to move around and perform necessary actions. However, bones can become weaker & joints can be worn out and injured if they are not well taken care of.

At RAHS, the department has specialized services and a team of dedicated orthopedic surgeons to treat any kind of problem related to bones and joints and help you to get back to your normal life and live it to the fullest.  

RAHS is renowned for doing sophisticated, yet patient-friendly treatment with a series of successful joint replacements, management of spinal injuries, and successful treatment of the most common problem of human anatomy Backache. 

The department also has a dedicated team of trauma surgeons who take care of trauma and injuries, which mostly involve the limbs and the bones. RAHS has triage system which supports identifying emergency cases and immediate management which ultimately supports early recovery and minimal complications.

Faculty:

1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sagar Panthi, Head of Department
2. Asst. Prof. Dr. Bikash Neupane
3. Dr. Rishiswor Shrestha
4. Dr. Rupes Man Sherchan

Medical Officer:

1. Dr. Umesh Kumar Shah

Department Head Email address: hod.ortho@rahs.edu.np