Rapti Health Institute Successfully Performs 113 Kidney Stone Surgeries Within One Month

At Rapti Health Science Institute, a total of 113 successful kidney stone surgeries were performed between the 1st and 31st of Baisakh. During this period, the Urology Department provided outpatient services to 505 patients and admitted 61 patients for treatment. The institute has expanded its urology services through collaboration with Bir Hospital and Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, although a lack of physical infrastructure remains a significant challenge.

Dang, 9 Jestha – Within just one month, Rapti Health Science Institute successfully operated on 113 patients suffering from kidney stones. According to institute records, from Baisakh 1 to 31, the Urology Department completed surgeries on a total of 113 patients. In the same timeframe, 505 patients received outpatient department (OPD) services, and 61 were admitted for inpatient care.

Under the leadership of Urologist Surgeon Dr. Sushil Khaniya, a team of doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers at the institute regularly perform surgeries of varying complexity. According to the institute, more than 70 patients seek consultation and treatment daily through the urology OPD.

Previously, due to a lack of urology services in the district, patients had to travel to hospitals in other districts to receive even basic or specialized treatment. However, with the expansion of urology services at the institute equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment, local patients now have easier access to effective care.

Under urology services, the institute provides treatment for conditions including urinary disorders, prostate issues, kidney stones, gallstones, urinary tract problems, testicular swelling or tenderness, as well as symptoms such as painful or leaking urination. Dr. Khaniya noted that the number of patients seeking urology care is increasing day by day.

Dr. Suresh Rasaily, Acting Chief of Office, Director, and Associate Professor at the institute, described the urology services as highly effective and said that patients are pleased to receive specialized treatment locally. Dr. Khaniya is an experienced physician who has been providing urology services at the institute for many years.

The institute has initiated collaboration with Bir Hospital and Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital to strengthen specialized services including urology. Despite service expansion, the institute acknowledges that the lack of adequate physical infrastructure continues to pose challenges.