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Dr Jimmy Kayastha

The author is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon trained in the US and contributes his expertise to the healthcare realm in Nepal.
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An urgent plea to protect healthcare providers

Published On: September 28, 2023 10:00 AM NPT By: Dr Jimmy Kayastha

In Nepal, the distressing surge in violence against healthcare professionals has plunged us into a pressing crisis that demands our undivided attention. Within the walls of healthcare facilities, from inpatient wards to emergency departments, incidents of workplace violence have spiked alarmingly, leaving our dedicated healthcare workers exposed to the harsh realities of verbal abuse and physical aggression. This vulnerability not only fuels burnout among our medical staff but also chips away at their sense of security, eroding the very foundation of our healthcare system.

Healthcare’s Evolution beyond Digital Anxieties

Published On: September 18, 2023 10:00 AM NPT By: Dr Jimmy Kayastha

The internet, while a remarkable tool, often exacerbates anxiety by offering raw information bereft of the human touch needed for proper context.

What you should know about cancer

Published On: May 1, 2019 01:05 AM NPT By: Dr Jimmy Kayastha

I lost my mother to cancer. Therefore, sharing my story gives me a purpose. I have had the privilege of inspiring healthcare professionals, survivors and caregivers with a first-hand account of hardships. I have learned the following from my mother’s battle with cancer.

Failing on health

Published On: April 2, 2018 01:00 AM NPT By: Dr Jimmy Kayastha

Until we are able to shift focus from patient satisfaction to patient safety, healthcare workers will continue to rearrange deck chairs on the Titanic