Professor · NAMS, Bir Hospital · Kathmandu

Prof. Dr.
Anupama Karki

Dermatologist · Venereologist · Cosmetologist

A distinguished academic clinician with over two decades of expertise in dermatological care, postgraduate medical education, national policy formulation, and public health service across Nepal.

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🏅 Presidential Awardee 2023 📚 Executive Council — NAMS 🌍 International Speaker
Prof. Dr. Anupama Karki
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Prabal Jana Sewa Shree, 2023 Presidential Award for outstanding contribution to Nepal's health sector
25+
Years of Practice
15+
Peer Reviewed Publications
20+
MD Residents Mentored
6+
National Committee Roles
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About Dr. Karki

Prof. Dr. Anupama Karki

"Advancing dermatological care, education, and research across Nepal and beyond."

Prof. Dr. Anupama Karki is a Professor of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology at the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Bir Hospital — one of Nepal's foremost teaching hospitals. With an MD from NAMS and an MBBS from Dhaka University, she brings a rich international academic foundation to her practice.

Over her distinguished career, she has served as Deputy Director of Bir Hospital, Head of the Department of Dermatology, and Coordinator of the MD Dermatology Postgraduate Program. She is an active contributor to national health policy, including the STI Guidelines Update Committee and the National Antibiotic Treatment Guideline Development Committee.

🎓 MD Dermatology, NAMS (2009)
🏛️ Executive Council Member, NAMS
🌏 International Speaker — Rome, Mumbai
📋 National Policy Contributor — MoHP
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Clinical Practice & Appointments

Clinic
Nepal Skin Care Center
Sinamangal, Kathmandu (Near KMC Hospital)
Schedule: Daily (Except Saturdays)
Contact: 01-4499111 / 01-4499222
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Hospital
Norvic International Hospital
Thapathali, Kathmandu
Schedule: Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu | 05:30 PM — 07:00 PM
Contact: 01-5970032 🌐 Book Appointment Online
Hospital
Frontline Hospital
Old Baneshwor, Kathmandu
Schedule: 04: 00 PM
Contact: 01-5970132
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Current Positions

Governance
Executive Council Member
National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Bir Hospital
Since March 2023
Academia
Professor
Dept. of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology — NAMS, Bir Hospital
Since July 2021
Education
MD Program Coordinator
MD Dermatology Venerology PG Program — NAMS, Bir Hospital
Since September 2019
Clinical
Senior Consultant
Dermatologist, Venereologist & Cosmetologist — NAMS, Bir Hospital
Since October 2016
Clinical
Senior Consultant
Dermatologist, Venereologist & Cosmetologist — Norvic International Hospital
Since July 2011
Clinical
Senior Consultant
Dermatologist, Venereologist & Cosmetologist — Nepal Skin Care Centre
Since September 2017
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Education & Qualifications

2009
MD Dermatology & Venereology
National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
2000
MBBS — Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery
Dhaka University · Z.H. Sikder Women's Medical College & Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh
1994
Intermediate in Science
Kathmandu Valley Campus, Tribhuvan University
1991
School Leaving Certificate
Siddhartha Vanasthali Institute, Balaju, Kathmandu
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Honours & Awards

🏅 April 14, 2023
Prabal Jana Sewa Shree Award
Presidential Award · Honoured by President Bidhya Devi Bhandari
Recognised for outstanding leadership and long-standing contribution to Nepal's health sector and medical education. Honoured as a role model in public service with commitment to national health advancement and community welfare.
⭐ July 27, 2025
Best Doctor Award
Dept. of Dermatology, NAMS, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu
Honoured for exceptional patient care, clinical competence, and professional dedication. Recognised for outstanding contributions to academic activities, mentoring postgraduate residents, and maintaining exemplary medical ethics.
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Research & Scholarship

Committed to generating evidence that improves dermatological care in Nepal and the broader South Asian region.

Current research investigates Helicobacter Pylori as an aetiological factor in Lichen Planus (Primary Investigator). She has supervised over 20 MD Dermatology residents at NAMS, providing comprehensive mentorship in research design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.

Current Study
H. Pylori & Lichen Planus
Primary Investigator
Supervision
20+ MD Residents
Thesis & Research Mentorship
Peer Review
3 Journals
JNMA · Int. STD · BMC
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Selected Publications

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Agrawal S, Singh NK, Neupane S, … Karki A, et al. NEXTODERM: Consensus on Dermatophytosis Diagnosis and Management in Nepal. Dermatology Research and Practice. 2025.
↗ doi: 10.1155/drp/1347872
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Karki A, Shrestha R, Lama L, Parajuli N. Trend of Syphilis: Risk Factors and Presentation in Different Stages. J. KIST Med. Col. 2020;2(3):46–50.
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Karki A, Shrestha R, Parajuli N. Pattern of sexually transmitted infections in a tertiary care hospital: A five-year retrospective study. Grande Medical Journal. 2019;1(2):84–87.
↗ doi: 10.3126/gmj.v1i2.27058
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Adhikari S, Karki A. Lichen planus and its association with diabetes mellitus. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences. 2022;13(4):73–78.
↗ doi: 10.3126/ajms.v13i4.41111
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Parajuli N, Adhikary S, Karki A, Tiwari S. Case Report: Erysipeloid Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Treated with Oral Miltefosine. Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2021;104(2):643–645.
↗ doi: 10.4269/ajtmh.20-0918
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Parajuli N, Shrestha S, Lama L, Shrestha R, Tiwari S, Karki A. Multibacillary Leprosy Presenting as Anetoderma in a Young Teenager. Case Rep Dermatol Med. 2020:8847310.
↗ doi: 10.1155/2020/8847310
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Ranjit S, Lama L, Karki A, Shrestha R. Association of Herpes Zoster with Diabetes Mellitus. Medphoenix. 2021;6(2):35–39.
↗ doi: 10.3126/medphoenix.v6i2.36815
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Parajuli N, Lama L, Karki A, Shrestha R, Tiwari S, Kayastha BM. Blistering Diseases in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A 10-year Audit. Nepal Journal of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology. 2020;18(1):24–27.
↗ doi: 10.3126/njdvl.v18i1.30259
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Shrestha R, Karki A. Prevalence and pattern of hand eczema in a tertiary referral hospital of Nepal. Grande Medical Journal. 2019;1(2):130–133.
↗ doi: 10.3126/gmj.v1i2.27115
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Karki A, Kayastha MMB. Association of chronic idiopathic urticaria with thyroid autoimmunity. PMJN. 2014;11(2).
↗ doi: 10.56974/pmjn.548
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Teaching & Academic Roles

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External Examiner
Serves as external examiner for MD Dermatology programmes across multiple postgraduate medical institutions in Nepal, ensuring academic integrity and standardisation.
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Faculty Selection Committee
Participates in merit-based evaluation and appointment of faculty at NAMS since 2024, reviewing academic credentials, teaching experience, and research portfolios.
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PG Curriculum Development
Led revision and modernisation of the postgraduate dermatology curriculum at NAMS, integrating competency-based education principles and evidence-based practices.
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National STI Guidelines
Core technical expert in revising national STI management guidelines under the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), standardising protocols across all healthcare levels.
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National Antibiotic Guidelines
Committee member for the National Antibiotic Treatment Guideline Development (QSRD, MoHP), addressing antimicrobial resistance in dermatology and soft-tissue infections.
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Leprosy Training — Anandaban
Regular trainer and instructor in Basic Leprosy Training programmes for medical officers and residents at Leprosy Mission Hospital, Anandaban.
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Conferences & Presentations

XIV International Congress of Dermatology
Speaker · June 2025
Rome, Italy — "STI in a Tertiary Care Referral Center"
XIX SODEVELON Annual Conference
Chairperson · April 2025
Society of Dermatology, Venereologists & Leprologists of Nepal
Dermacon International 2023
Faculty · February 2023
Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, India
3rd NMA National Health Summit
Scientific Committee Member · 2023
Nepal Medical Association, Kathmandu
Annual Research Meet — Multi-Institution
Delegate · August 2024
NAMS, PAHS, BPKIHS, RAHS, KAHS, MBAHS, MIHS
XV International Congress of Dermatology
Organising Committee · April 2019
SODEVELON National Conference, Kathmandu
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Community & Service

🤝
Maiti Nepal
Life member. Advocates for women's health, empowerment, and social reintegration, leading awareness campaigns on reproductive health and gender-based violence.
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Health Camps
Organises regular medical and dermatological health camps at orphanages and old age homes, providing free consultations, minor procedures, and preventive care.
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National Teleconsultation
Contributed to Nepal's COVID-19 National Teleconsultation Center (Dec 2021), funded by MoHP, WHO, and EU — connecting provincial hospitals for specialist care.
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"Dedicated to the advancement of skin health, medical education, and public service in Nepal."

Prof. Dr. Anupama Karki