Nepal Mediciti commences the country first specialized Foot and Ankle Deformity Correction Course
5th June 2026, Kathmandu
Nepal Mediciti has officially commenced the country first specialized Foot and Ankle Deformity Correction Course.
Nepal Mediciti Medical Milestone
This historic medical training initiative is being conducted in direct collaboration with Steps2Walk, a globally renowned humanitarian organization.
The joint initiative marks a massive leap forward in strengthening advanced orthopedic care capabilities within the nation. It brings elite surgical training directly to local clinicians to build long-term medical capacity.
World Renowned Surgical Faculty Gather in Kathmandu
The advanced training course features an elite team of internationally recognized medical professionals who have traveled across the globe to share their mastery. The visiting international faculty includes Dr Cristian Ortiz from Chile, Dr Rajesh Simon from India, Dr Manuel Sousa from Portugal, and Dr Naren Gurbani from the United States.
These global medical experts are actively contributing to the local healthcare system through intensive live surgical demonstrations. They are also leading focused practical training sessions and conducting in-depth learning workshops on highly complex deformity correction techniques.
Local surgical teams now have the unique opportunity to learn directly from these pioneers. This hands-on experience allows them to master intricate reconstructive procedures that can completely restore a patient mobility.
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A Visionary Platform for Continuous Medical Education
During the official inauguration ceremony, Nepal Mediciti Chairperson Dr Upendra Mahato emphasized that the hospital functions as a dynamic platform for continuous learning and professional growth. He stated that clinicians must be consistently empowered to refine their practical skills and engage directly with global standards of care.
Mahato noted that true advancement in modern healthcare is achieved through continuous knowledge exchange, international collaboration, and human capacity building. Advanced hospital infrastructure and cutting-edge technology are vital, but skilled professionals are what truly save lives.
The chairperson extended his deepest appreciation to the international faculty members for volunteering their time and sharing their invaluable expertise with local surgical teams. This specialized initiative will significantly strengthen national capabilities and expand patient access to complex treatments.
Translating Advanced Medical Knowledge into Lifelong Impact
Dr Mark Myerson, the respected President and visionary founder of Steps2Walk, warmly welcomed all the course participants. He reiterated his organization shared vision of radically improving patient care through structured training, global collaboration, and humanitarian service.
The comprehensive program also included an official certificate distribution ceremony to honor the participating surgeons alongside highly interactive case study discussions. Through these intentional global partnerships, the institution continues to translate raw academic knowledge into immediate practical impact.
This historic milestone ensures that patients suffering from severe foot or ankle trauma and congenital deformities no longer have to seek expensive medical treatments abroad. World class orthopedic care is now readily available right here at home.
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