Public health and medical research exchange scholars from the Hospital of the University of Munich in collaboration with Patan Academy for Health Sciences (PAHS University) paid a visit to Shikharapur CLC. Prof. Dr. Guenter Froeschi, Director of University coordinated the the international team’s visit. The exchange program targeted to provide an opportunity for scholars and health workers from different parts of the world to share their knowledge, expertise, and experiences on public health issues and challenges. Mr. Sudarshan Poudel led the group to SCLC on behalf of PAHS. Founder of SCLC, Mr. Shashi Sharma Aryal, who has worked as a volunteer resource person for long, helped in sharing facts and issues of public health to the visitors. Mr. Sharma has a 5 decade of experience in working in public health . He has initiated many social initiatives based in Pharping. He is also founder of Manamohan Memorial Community Hospital (MMCH).
CLC serves as a platform where scholars and health workers can discuss various public health issues and challenges faced by the community. This exchange of information helps in identifying common health problems, finding solutions, and creating effective health policies and programs.
The team visited and interacted with staffs of Sheshnarayan Health Post. Nurses and staffs gave a brief introduction and a short site tour of their facilities. Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHV) from Dakshinkali Municipality were invited to SCLC’s Bottle House Conference Hall for their experience sharing. The participation of FCHV has been crucial as they play a vital role in community health promotion and disease prevention. The scholars and health workers can provide them with the latest information, training, and techniques to improve their effectiveness. The delegates visited MMCH and met with the administrative staff and a MDGP Doctor. They discussed about the common diseases, the health issues, and also the status of hospital. 
The collaboration between Shikharapur CLC and PAHS is also essential as it strengthens the relationship between institutions and promotes the sharing of resources and expertise. PAHS being a sister organization of Patan Hospital, a renowned university, provides an opportunity for the scholars to learn from experts in the field and develop new insights and perspectives.
In conclusion, the visit of Public health and medical research exchange scholars from the Hospital of the University of Munich in collaboration with Patan Academy for Health Sciences (PAHS University) at Shikharapur CLC is an important initiative that promotes international collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity building in the field of public health. It helps in improving the health status of the community and contributes towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Mr. Niroj Shrestha and Mr. Shashi Sharma Aryal played the role of speakers for the visit which was held on 3rd May 2023.
News By:
Niroj Shrestha,
Program Manager, SCLC/ONGD-FNEL Project