Professor Dr. Laxmi R.C (Karki) is a senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist and medical educator with over 30 years of clinical experience. She currently serves as the Chair and Professor of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS) in Nepal. Her career is marked by a deep commitment to maternal health, surgical excellence, and the training of the next generation of medical professionals.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Leadership: Over two decades of service at Patan Hospital, leading departmental operations and complex obstetric cases.
• Medical Education: Professor-level academic standing, overseeing residency programs and clinical training.
• Surgical Expertise: Specialized in Gynecological surgery, including vaginal hysterectomies and emergency obstetric interventions.
• Public Health: Extensive background in reproductive health programs, family planning (NSV, Norplant), and cervical cancer screening.

Education M.B.B.S (Ukraine), D.G.O (Bangladesh), M.D. in Gyne/Obs (KU), and FICS.

Research Published author of 12+ original articles and case reports in journals like NJOG and JPAHS.

Experience Former Registrar at Marie Stopes Clinic and Medical Officer at TUTH and Bir Hospital.

Training Advanced certifications in emergency contraception, Gynefix (Pakistan), and Clinical Training Skills (TOT).

Professional Impact

Beyond her clinical duties, Dr. Laxmi is a recognized researcher focusing on high-risk pregnancy outcomes, including eclampsia, ectopic pregnancies, and neonatal outcomes. She is a prominent member of the Nepal Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (NESOG) and contributes actively to national health workshops and international medical conferences.