About Us
We aim to become successful in leading the country in the field of organ donation and transplantation.
Shahid Dharmabhakta National Transplant Center
Located in Dudhpati-17, Bhaktapur, the Shahid Dharmabhakta National Transplant Center (SDNTC) was established in 2012 by the Ministry of Health with the aim of bolstering and broadening organ transplantation services in Nepal. The center's outdoor inauguration ceremony was led by Health Minister Rajendra Mahato, and the indoor services were officially inaugurated by Health Secretary Dr. Pravin Mishra. Initially, the center commenced its operations with outpatient and dialysis services. However, in just a few years, we have successfully expanded our services to encompass comprehensive organ transplants.
Operating under the guidance of the esteemed Senior Transplant Surgeon Dr. Pukar Chandra Shrestha, our center has made remarkable progress in the field of organ transplantation. Dr. Shrestha’s expertise and unwavering commitment have played a pivotal role in elevating our institution into a premier facility for organ transplants. Our dedicated team of professionals works diligently to deliver top-notch care to our patients, ensuring successful transplant procedures and enhancing the health and well-being of those under our care.
Apart from our core services, we have also prioritized raising awareness about organ donation and the significance of transplantation. Through various community outreach initiatives and educational programs, we strive to debunk misconceptions and encourage more individuals to donate their organs. Our endeavors have not only enriched the lives of numerous individuals but have also contributed to the progress of medical science and transplantation methodologies in Nepal.
As we progress and adapt, our dedication to excellence remains steadfast. We are committed to remaining at the forefront of medical advancements by embracing the latest technologies and adhering to the best practices in organ transplantation. Our objective is to offer patients the highest standard of care while serving as a beacon of hope for those in need of life-saving transplant procedures.
Our Objectives
The specific objectives of this center are:
- Strengthen and expand organ transplantation services in the country
- Provide and expand other specialized services
- Provide high quality health care at a modest or free of cost
- To adopt various measures to increase the rate of living and brain-dead organ donation and uplift gender equity in organ transplantation
- Undertake research related to human organ transplant to understand the state of kidney and other organ failure in Nepal
- Advocate for policy interventions
- Organize free health camps across Nepal to screen any kind of diseases
- Conduct educational activities to raise awareness regarding organ failure, organ transplantation and organ donation
- To produce high level human resources by providing structured training in various aspects of services to expand the services across the country
Our Milestones
With continuous hard work and world class results in transplantation, this center has become successful in leading the country in the field of organ donation and transplantation.
Feb 2012
Establishment
Nov 12, 2012
Initiation of Dialysis Service
Jan 19, 2013
First Rental Transplant
Mar 29, 2013
Free Dialysis
Feb 25, 2016
Human Organ Transplant Act (First Amendment)
Jul 27, 2016
First Pair Exchange Kidney Transplant in Nepal
Nov 17, 2016
First Cardiac Surgery
Dec 01, 2016
Transplant Regulation
Dec 07, 2016
First Liver Transplant in Nepal
Apr 15, 2017
First Kidney Transplant in Nepal
May 11, 2017
First Brain Death Renal Transplant in Nepal
Jan 11, 2023
1000 Renal Transplant (Highest in the country)
Feb 28, 2023