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CIWEC Hospital and Travel Medicine Center is one of the most reputable destination travel medicine clinics in the world. CIWEC Hospital Pvt.

Ltd., also known as the CIWEC Clinic Travel Medicine Center, has been in operation since 1982. Since then, we have continued to provide excellent, western-quality care to tourists and residents alike. We understand that being sick in a foreign country can be very stressful, so we make sure that you feel at home. We will definitely go the extra mile to fulfil your medical needs. In addition to our

regular medical staff, we have an excellent group of specialists who provide consultations on a regular basis.

02/07/2025

CIWEC Hospital Newsletter | July 2025
Health News • Medical Partnerships • Global Health Engagement

Stay informed with the latest updates from CIWEC Hospital, including important health news, medical collaborations, and our active participation in international health conferences.

01/07/2025

Important information regarding Japan Medical Screening (JPETS)!

29/06/2025

CIWEC Hospital recently conducted a two-day training program for the staff and guides of Royal Mountain Group, focusing on general health in travelers, altitude illness, frostbite, first aid, and basic life support.

The training was attended by 90 participants and was very well received, reflecting the enthusiasm and commitment of the team to enhance their knowledge and preparedness in providing safe and effective care in challenging environments.

Congratulations to all participants on successfully completing the training!

Photos📸: Ramailo Zindagi

23/06/2025

CIWEC Hospital Pokhara conducted a training session on Food Poisoning Management and Basic First Aid for the staff of Hotel Mount View Annapurna on 22nd June 2025.
The session was led by Dr. Abhishek Shrestha and Dr. Jasmine Shrestha, with the support of registered nurses Mamata Gautam and Anisha Karki. The training aimed to enhance awareness, preparedness, and emergency response skills among the hotel staff, contributing to improved guest safety and well-being.

13/06/2025

CIWEC Hospital was honored to participate as the official health partner at the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM) 2025, held from June 3 to 5 in Kathmandu, Nepal organized by PATA Nepal Chapter. Recognized as the country’s premier international travel and tourism trade show, HTM facilitates high-level networking, strategic business development, and the exchange of critical insights among global stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality sectors, with a particular focus on the Himalayan region.
As part of our engagement, Dr. Suvash Dawadi represented CIWEC as a distinguished panelist during the Day 1 conference session. He delivered an insightful presentation on the growing significance and potential of Travel Medicine and Medical Tourism, highlighting the evolving role of healthcare in supporting global mobility and tourism safety.
In addition, CIWEC operated a dedicated health booth throughout the event, providing complimentary basic health screenings—including blood pressure measurement, Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation, and random blood glucose testing—to event participants. The booth also served as an informative resource center, offering expert medical advice and health-related information tailored to the needs of travelers and tourism professionals.
CIWEC Hospital remains committed to advancing health standards within the travel industry and is proud to support initiatives that promote safe, informed, and sustainable tourism in Nepal and beyond.

12/06/2025

The International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) is the world's leading organization dedicated to the advancement of travel medicine. Its mission focuses on the prevention and management of health issues associated with international travel and migration. ISTM’s diverse membership includes physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals from academic institutions, government agencies, and the private sector.
As a proud member of ISTM, CIWEC doctors and nurses participated in the ISTM Conference held from May 11–15, 2025, in New Orleans. Our medical team contributed through oral and poster presentations on a range of travel-related health topics. Notably, our Medical Director, Dr. Prativa Pandey, received the best Oral Presentation Award in recognition of her outstanding contribution, and our Senior Nurse, Ms. Bhawani Khadka, was honored with the Distinguished Nurse Leadership Award.

11/06/2025

🏔️ CIWEC Hospital x Annapurna Marathon 2025 🏃‍♂️

We are proud to have been the Official Health Partner for the Annapurna Marathon 2025, held on June 3rd – one of the most breathtaking high-altitude races in the world!

CIWEC provided fully-equipped medical stations at:
📍 Annapurna Base Camp – the starting point
📍 Ghandruk Village – the finish line

Our dedicated medical team ensured the health and safety of all runners throughout the challenging terrain and high altitudes.

👏 A huge congratulations to all participants for your incredible endurance, spirit, and determination. You’ve inspired us all!

Here’s to more adventures, more partnerships, and a healthier future for every athlete. 💪🌄

27/05/2025

We’re proud to partner with the 5th Annapurna Marathon as Official Medical Partners.
This iconic 42.195 km race begins at the breathtaking Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) and descends through diverse terrain—traditional villages, forests, and rocky trails—to the finish at Ghandruk (2,012m). Known for its altitude and demanding course, it’s one of the world’s most challenging and unforgettable trail marathons.

21/05/2025

We are delighted to announce our partnership with the Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon, an International High Altitude Adventure Sports Event held on May 29 every year from Mt. Everest Base Camp crisscrossing the high Sherpa trails of Khumbu valley. This event celebrates the historical successful ascent of Mt. Everest by Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary on 29th May 1953.

The 2025 edition is the 20th edition of this magnificent event, to celebrate the 72st anniversary of the successful ascent of Mount Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa.

15/05/2025

✨𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐮𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐝𝐢, 𝐀 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 at 𝐂𝐈𝐖𝐄𝐂 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, is set to share his insights as a "𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫" at the 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐭 (𝐇𝐓𝐌𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓), happening from 🗓𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟑-𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 at 📍𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮.

🏥With a strong background in travel and high-altitude medicine, Dr. Dawadi has served as an expedition doctor on Lobuche East, Kilimanjaro, and various high-altitude races, and volunteered at Everest ER in 2018. He is a member of several international medical societies and has presented at global conferences, in addition to contributing to peer-reviewed publications. His work at CIWEC places him in a unique position to address a wide range of travel health issues, including—but not limited to—high-altitude medicine.🙏✨

🌐🔗Learn More and register now: https://himalayantravelmart.com

14/05/2025

🌄 Proud Medical Partners of Himalayan Xtri 2025 🏔️
We are honored to have successfully collaborated with the Himalayan Xtri as official medical partners for this year’s awe-inspiring race. Our dedicated team provided comprehensive medical support before, during, and after the event—ensuring that every athlete received the care they needed to perform safely and recover effectively.
Being part of an event that pushes human endurance to the limit amidst the breathtaking and rugged Himalayan landscape was both a challenge and a privilege. From injury prevention and emergency response to recovery support, our focus remained on the health and well-being of each participant every step of the way.
A heartfelt thank you to the Himalayan Xtri organizers for their trust, and to the athletes for showing what true determination looks like. We are proud to have been part of this incredible journey.

13/05/2025

CIWEC Hospital has maintained a strong and collaborative partnership with the Himalayan Rescue Association(HRA) over the years. This cooperation includes providing orientation sessions for doctors who are assigned to remote aid posts in the Himalayas. These sessions are designed to prepare the medical personnel for the unique challenges of working at high altitudes and in isolated environments. Beyond the initial orientation, CIWEC ensures ongoing support by maintaining regular and effective communication with the stationed doctors throughout the trekking season. This continuous engagement helps in monitoring medical situations, offering advice when needed, and ensuring the overall well-being of both the doctors and the patients they serve.

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Kapurdhara Marg, Lainchaur
Kathmandu
44600

Telephone

+97714524111

Website

https://ciwechospital.com/

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