Dhulikhel Hospital

Dhulikhel Hospital is a community-based, non-profit, non-government organization located in Dhulikhel, Nepal, that serves as the primary teaching hospital for the Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences. Founded in 1996, the institution provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services, from primary care to advanced specialized surgeries, for a catchment population of approximately 1.9 million people. The hospital is distinguished by its extensive network of over 20 rural outreach centers, which bring essential medical services to underserved and remote populations across Nepal. In addition to its clinical mission, Dhulikhel Hospital is a major center for medical education, nursing training, and public health research, often collaborating with international academic institutions.