13th National Seminar & Workshop on Healthcare Management
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Shape the Future of Healthcare: Join the 13th National Seminar on Healthcare Management!
National Open College (NOC), the pioneer institute for Healthcare Management in South Asia, is proud to announce the enrollment for our upcoming cohorts:
- 42nd Batch of MHCM (Masters in Healthcare Management)
- 35th Batch of PGDHCM (Post Graduate Diploma in Healthcare Management)
- 27th Batch of BHCM (Bachelors in Healthcare Management)
With a rich legacy of over 3,500+ successful graduates, NOC remains deeply dedicated to preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders. As part of this commitment, we invite you to a landmark event in the healthcare sector.
The 13th National Seminar on Healthcare Management
Theme: Together for Health: The Role of Evidence-Based Finance in Strengthening Health Systems
This prestigious seminar brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest trends, critical innovations, and groundbreaking research shaping the future of health systems. The Seminar is Scheduled for July 4, 2026 at Hotel Himalaya, the first five star hotel in Lalitpur – our home base.
Meet Our Distinguished International Keynote Speakers (IIHMR, India)
We are honored to host an elite delegation of professors and researchers from the International Institute of Health Management & Research (IIHMR), India:
Prof.Dr. Sutapa
- Credentials: MD (Community Medicine), DNB (Maternal & Child Health), MBBS
- Role: Professor & Director, IIHMR
- The Highlights: An award-winning Public Health powerhouse with decades of experience. Honored as the “Best Women Researcher in Public Health” (by GISR), she has spearheaded massive healthcare research projects funded directly by WHO, UNICEF, USAID, and India’s Ministry of Health. She is a top-tier national expert in epidemiology and maternal-child health systems.
Ret. Major General Prof.Dr. Punit
- Credentials: MD (Hospital Administration), MBBS
- Role: Professor & Dean (Academics & Student Affairs), IIHMR
- The Highlights: A legendary healthcare pioneer with over 35 years of high-level leadership. As a Major General in the Armed Forces, he managed massive military hospital operations, medical supply chains, and disaster responses. He is a certified NABH Assessor and won the prestigious Maj Gen Pillai Gold Medal. Dr. Punit is also a master resource person who has trained UN Peacekeeping International Operations staff.
Prof.Dr. Nidhi
- Credentials: Ph.D. in Hospital Management (Specialization in Disaster Management), MBA (Healthcare Management)
- Role: Associate Professor, IIHMR
- The Highlights: A seasoned academician and medical quality administrator with over 13 years of specialized experience in hospital operations. Her groundbreaking doctoral research focused on disaster preparedness in accredited Indian hospitals. Dr. Nidhi serves as an official External Assessor for NQAS (India’s Ministry of Health) and has trained numerous government officials in public health financial systems.
Seminar – July 4 at Hotel Himalaya, Kupondole
Core Seminar Sessions
- Session I: Health Management/Administration
- Session II: Hospital Management/Administration
The Seminar will feature our faculty along with prominent researhcers in Nepal, we will share a detailed schedule with you once we’re set.
Tentative Plan & Schedule
Seminar Overview
| Event Item | Details |
| Seminar Name | 13th National Seminar & Workshop on Healthcare Management |
| Theme | “Together for Health : The Role of Evidence Based Finance in Strengthening Health System” |
| Date | July 4, Saturday 2026 (Ashad 20) |
| Venue | Hotel Himalaya, Kupondole, Lalitpur |
| Organizer | National Open College (NOC) |
Part 1: Inauguration Session
| Time | Topic / Agenda | Speaker / Facilitator |
| 07:30 AM – 08:30 AM | Registration & Breakfast | Secretariat Desk & Hotel Staff |
| 08:30 AM – 08:40 AM | Seat Taking, Khada Grahan & National Anthem | Inaugural Committee |
| 08:40 AM – 09:00 AM | Welcome Speech & Proposed Resolutions | Prof. R.P. Panjiyar (Vice Principal of National Open College)– (Masters in Hospital Administration -AIIMS,1984).Founder & Former Director of TUTH, Nepal |
| 09:10 AM – 09:55 AM | Inauguration & Inaugural Address by Chief Guest Speech by Guest of Honours | To Be Declared Other Guests |
| 09:55 AM – 10:25 AM | Keynote Paper | Dr. Sutapa Neogi (Director, IIHMR Delhi)– (MD- Community Medicine, DNB- Maternity, MBBS) |
| 10:25 AM – 10:30 AM | Vote of Thanks | Mr. Daya Ram Thapa (Chairman of NOC) |
| 10:30 AM | End of Inauguration |
Part 2: Technical Session I – Health Administration
- Time Framework: 10:30 AM – 01:00 PM
- Session Chair: Prof. Dr. Y.B. Karki (Ex-Member National Planning Commission, PhD from LSE, Ex-Director WIF)
- Rapporteur: Mr. Mahesh Mahara (HOD Postgraduate Program, NOC)
| Time | Presentation Topic | Speaker |
| 10:30 AM | Perceived Performance and Client Satisfaction in National Health Insurance | Dr. Yagya Timilsina (MHCM, MBBS)- National Open College Graduate |
| 10:45 AM | Health Insurance Program in Nepal: Opportunities & Challenges | Dr. Ram Thapa (MHCM,MBBS)- Health Insurance Board of Nepal |
| 11:00 AM | A Case Study on Senior Citizen Healthcare Management | Prof. Dr. Ang Thering Sherpa (MHCM, M.Phil, MBBS)- Rapti Academy of Health Science |
| 11:15 AM | Perceived Social Support and its Impact on Women’s Health | Ms.Archana Shrestha (Masters in Nursing, Masters in Psychology)- National Open College |
| 11:30 AM | Health City: The Need and the Core Conceptual Framework | Prof. Dr. Tej K. Karki (PhD in Urban Planning) |
| 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Keynote Paper | Prof. Dr. Nidhi Yadav (Professor, IIHMR)– PhD in Hospital Management) |
| 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM | Floor Discussion & Closing by Chairman | Session Chair & Attendees |
| 12:30 PM – 02:00 PM | LUNCH BREAK |
🏥 Part 3: Technical Session II – Hospital Management
- Time Framework: 02:00 PM – 04:30 PM (14:00 – 16:30)
- Session Chair: Mr. Milan Gurung (CEO, Neuro Hospital Kathmandu)(MHCM/BHCM- Graduate of National Open College)
- Rapporteur: Dr. Satish Sah (HOD Research & Quality, National Open College) (MHCM, MD-Community Medicine)
| Time | Presentation Topic | Speaker |
| 02:10 PM (14:10) | Factors Associated with Satisfaction of Health Services | Ms. Swechha Ranjit (MHCM*- National Open College, BPH) |
| 02:25 PM (14:25) | Leadership & Job Satisfaction in Modern Healthcare | Prof.Dr. T.K. Gupta (MD-GP, MBA- Health)- Faculty at National Open College |
| 02:40 PM (14:40) | Cytotoxic Waste Management in National Cancer Hospital Kathmandu | Prof.Er. Kapil Gautam (MHCM, PGDHCM- Graduate of National OPen College) – Faculty at National Open College/ CEO of Nepal Cancer Hospital |
| 02:55 PM (14:55) | Assuring Patient Safety: Core Operational Protocols | Dr. Sunil Shrestha (PhD- Pharmacy)- Senior Expert in Pharmacy |
| 03:10 PM (15:10) | Hospital Designs: Future-Proofing Healthcare Spaces | Mr. Mahendra Bhusal (MHCM,BHCM, Graduate of National Open College)- Managing Director, Healthcare Internatioanl Consult Pvt. Ltd |
| 03:30 PM (15:30) | Session Break / Transition | — |
| 03:45 PM – 04:15 PM | Keynote Paper | Ret. Maj Gen. Prof. Dr. Punit Yadav (Dean, IIHMR). (MD- Hospital Administration, MBBS) |
| 04:15 PM – 04:30 PM | Discussion & Closing by Chairman | Session Chair & Attendees |
| 04:30 PM | End of Session II |
Part 4: Closing Ceremony
- Time Framework: 04:45 PM – 06:15 PM (16:45 – 18:15)
- Session Chair: Prof. Dr. Sital Kumar Karki (Founder, Natioanl Open College)
- Chief Guest: Prof. Dr. Sanjay Kumar Acharya (Member, National Planning Commission)
- Special Guest: Prof. Dr. Manoj Humagain (Dean Kathamndu University School of Medical Sciences)
| Time | Event / Agenda Topic | Speaker / Presenter |
| 04:45 PM (16:45) | Feature Address – TBD (To be declared) | Prof. Dr. Kunal Rawal |
| 04:55 PM (16:55) | Challenges of Healthcare Management | Prof. AK Siva Kumar |
| 05:05 PM (17:05) | AI in Healthcare | Prof. Dr. Bachu Kailash Kaini |
| 05:15 PM (17:15) | Resolution Approval by the Floor (Read one by one) | Session Chairman |
| 05:45 PM (17:45) | Address by Special Guests | Prof. Dr. Manoj Humagain (Dean, Kathamndu University School of Medical Sciences) |
| 05:55 PM (17:55) | Address by Chief Guests | Prof. Dr. Sanjay Kumar Acharya (PhD) |
| 06:10 PM (18:10) | Closing Remarks | Session Chairman |
| 06:15 PM (18:15) | Official Seminar Closure | — |
| 06:15 PM – 06:45 PM | Closing Tea & Cookies (Networking) | All Participants |
Part 5: Committee & Contact Directory
| Role / Section | Name / Title | Organization / Details |
| Event Director | Mr. Mohit Karki | Director, Bright Group of Education |
| Event Director | Mr. Sangam Karki | Director, National Open College |
| Technical Support | Mr. Sukra Mahat | Resources In-Charge, Natioanl Open College |
| Technical Support | Mr. Anurag Dhungel | IT Engineer, National Open College |
| Master of Ceremony | Executive MC Desk | National Open College |
| Phone Inquiries | 9813342182/5183226 | College Contact. |
| Email Inquiries | [email protected] | Email Event |
| Office Location | Sanepa, Lalitpur | National Open College |
Exclusive Workshop: Healthcare Operations Management
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Date: July 5 & 6 (Sunday & Monday)
Venue: National Open College
Workshop Trainer : Ret. Maj Gen. Prof. Dr. Punit Yadav (Dean, IIHMR). (MD- Hospital Administration, MBBS), Prof. Dr. Nidhi Yadav (Professor, IIHMR)– PhD in Hospital Management)
(Proposed , subject to convenience)
Instead of separate parallel tracks, this single, unified workshop is meticulously structured to deliver critical operational knowledge across both hospital systems and community-level initiatives.
Part 1: Hospital Management Core
- Recent concepts in Hospital Quality Management
- Modern practices in Hospital Supply Chain
- Value-based Hospital Leadership
Part 2: Community Health Project Management
- Community Project Budgeting
- Community Project Supply Chain logistics
- Capital decision-making for Community Projects
Why You Should Attend
- Learn from the Best: Gain cutting-edge, evidence-based insights into public health, healthcare economics, and hospital operations from international pioneers.
- Unrivaled Networking: Connect with over 200 current MHCM & PGDHCM students, industry professionals, and top-tier faculty members.
- Boost Your Career: Equip yourself with the exact leadership and strategic tools required to excel in academia, clinical management, or public health sectors.
Registration & Investment Details
Join 200+ of our current postgraduate students, health professionals, and medical science students from across the country for this transformative experience.
| Package | Investment |
| Seminar Only | Rs. 6,000 |
| Healthcare Operations Management Workshop Only | Rs. 6,000 |
| Full Access Combo (Seminar + Workshop) | Rs. 12,000 |
| Corporate Registration | Contact for custom packages |
For Corporate Enquiries: Call us at 9813342182
Click Here to Register Now!
We look forward to welcoming you to the heart of Kathmandu for this landmark event!
Warm regards,
The National Open College Team
Time
08:00 - 18:00
Location
Hotel Himalaya
Date:
2026-07-04