PHA Nepal

Global Talk Program: Pulmonary Hypertension

Join the Global Nepali Scientific Community (GNSC) for an insightful talk program on Pulmonary Hypertension, featuring guest speaker Chooda Mani Khanal, Ph.D., President of PHA Nepal.

Event Details:
Topic: Pulmonary Hypertension: Socio-economic Consequences and a Patient‑Led Scientific Facilitation Approach

Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US/Canada) / 07:45 PM Nepal Standard Time

Speaker: Chooda Mani Khanal, Ph.D., President, PHA Nepal

Join the Zoom Meeting:

Meeting ID: 576 755 3329
Passcode: 1234
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5767553329

Cardiac Health Screening & Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness in Tehrathum

📍 Tehrathum
📅 February 23-24, 2025 (Friday-Saturday)

Pulmonary Hypertension Association Nepal (PHA Nepal), in collaboration with District Hospital Tehrathum and Myanglung Municipality, successfully conducted a two-day Cardiac Health Screening & Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Camp on February 23-24, 2025.

The program focused on early detection and awareness, providing free cardiac screenings to 900 students. Among them, 37 suspected cases were identified for further evaluation. An orientation session for healthcare professionals was conducted by Asst. Prof. Dr. Madhavi Pant, Dr. Anam Pyakurel, and Dr. George Jung Katwal from PHA Nepal, with the event chaired by Mayor Sanjay Kumar Tumwahanfe.

The screenings were held at Singhabahini Secondary School and Shree Saraswati Secondary School, Myanglung-10, Tamphula, with the support of a dedicated medical team and volunteers.

Phase II: Follow-Up & Further Evaluation
As we move into Phase II of the Cardiac Health Screening & Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Camp in Tehrathum, we will conduct a comprehensive follow-up assessment of the 37 suspected cases. This phase aims to determine the necessity of additional diagnostic tests, confirm diagnoses, and rule out any false-positive cases. By ensuring accurate evaluations, we strive to provide timely and appropriate medical interventions for those in need.

Acknowledgments & Gratitude
We extend our sincere gratitude to:

🔹 Prof. Dr. Keshav Prasad Gadtaula (PHA Nepal) for his leadership and continuous guidance.
🔹 RN Merina Ghimire (Health Directorate Dhankuta) for her invaluable support.
🔹 Our dedicated medical professionals for their time and expertise:
✅ Dr. Om Prasad Mandal (Head of Basantapur Nagar Hospital)
✅ Dr. Rakesh Kumar Baitha, Dr. Satyam Madal & Dr. Pawan Kumar Shah (District Hospital Tehrathum)
✅ Dr. Rajiv Khadka (AMDA Hospital)

A special thanks to the leadership of District Hospital Tehrathum, Myanglung Municipality, Basantapur Nagar Hospital, school authorities, and all volunteers for their tireless efforts in making this event a success.

Together, we remain committed to early detection, awareness, and improving heart health for all! 💙

November is Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month. Thanks to all the donors and volunteers.
Pulmonary Hypertension Association