Dr. Rojina Shilpakar

Deputy Medical Director & Consultant General Surgeon

Dr. Rojina Shilpakar is a distinguished leader in surgery and burn care, recognized for her clinical expertise and her commitment to global health standards. She currently serves as the Deputy Medical Director and Consultant General Surgeon at Sushma Koirala Memorial Hospital, where she oversees critical healthcare delivery and surgical innovation.

A specialist in mass casualty management and acute trauma, Dr. Shilpakar bridges the gap between high-level medical administration and frontline surgical intervention.

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Education & Leadership Credentials

• Leadership in Medicine (South East Asia): Harvard Medical School (Certificate Course).
• Master of General Surgery (MS): Harbin Medical University, China.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS): University of Science and Technology, Chittagong.

Clinical & Research Specialization

Her work focuses on systemic improvements in surgical outcomes, particularly in resource-limited settings:

• Burn Reconstruction & Rehabilitation: Enhancing the quality of life for burn survivors through innovative surgical techniques.
• Mass Casualty Preparedness: Developing institutional and regional frameworks for handling surge capacity during trauma incidents.
• Trauma Training: Driving the professional development of surgical staff through international collaboration.

Global Clinical Leadership

Dr. Shilpakar is a leading voice in international burn care and trauma systems:

• Clinical Lead (South Asia), Interburns UK: Oversees the training of healthcare professionals across the region in advanced burn prevention and treatment protocols.
• WHO Guideline Development Group: Member of the World Health Organization group focused on Mass Burns Incidents, helping shape global responses to large-scale emergencies.
• Expertise in Acute Care: Specialized in the surgical management of acute burns, complex trauma, and general surgical procedures.

Professional Affiliations

• Deputy Medical Director: Sushma Koirala Memorial Hospital.
• Consultant General Surgeon: Leading surgical teams in emergency and elective procedures.
• Medical Reviewer: Providing expert oversight for trauma, burns, and general surgery content for TheHealth Thread.

Medical Reviewer Disclaimer

The information reviewed by Dr. Rojina Shilpakar on TheHealth Thread pertains to surgical standards, burn care, and trauma management. This content is for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical consultation, diagnosis, or surgical evaluation.