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A Promise to Every Peak and Path

SLIM Nepal was founded through the collaboration of Rod McLean, a retired Canadian businessman with a long-standing connection to Nepal, and Dr. Ujjwal Shah, MD, a physician committed to serving communities with limited access to healthcare.

Their shared experience working with communities in the Himalayas led to a simple question: How can quality medical care reach people who are difficult to reach – and continue to reach them?

That question became the foundation for SLIM Nepal and the work it carries out today.

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What we stand for

Mission

Our mission is to bring expert medical care — directly and at no cost — to the most remote corners of the Himalayas, while building strategic partnerships that expand access to quality healthcare throughout Nepal.

Vision

A future where no one in Nepal is denied basic healthcare because they live in a remote village, mountain community, or underserved urban neighbourhood.

Where we work

Beautiful, remote communities where geography can make healthcare difficult to reach.

SLIM works in communities across Nepal’s upper Khumbu Valley region, where mountain terrain, limited infrastructure, and long distances make access to healthcare challenging.

Namche Bazaar, a mountain village in Nepal's Khumbu region, below snow-capped peaks

Our Medical Teams (MT) travel on foot between remote villages following the route of the MediLoop™, bringing essential care directly to communities that can be difficult to reach through conventional healthcare systems.

SLIM also operates community health clinics in centres like Kathmandu, Lumbini, and Pokhara.

From remote mountain villages to underserved communities in the capital, our work is focused on reaching people who might otherwise be left without reliable access to healthcare.

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Our commitment

SLIM Nepal is not a one-off health camp. We run the MediLoop™, a continuous medical circuit designed to ensure patients receive ongoing care and follow-up. Dr. Shah and our Team return to the communities twice annually — pre-monsoon season and post-monsoon season — while patients requiring advanced care are referred promptly to hospitals in Kathmandu.

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Professional primary diagnosis on the ground

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Essential over-the-counter medications based on expert assessment

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Consistent, multi-season treatment residents can count on

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Faces of the Mission

Meet the people who are turning challenges into health solutions.

As we grow, we continue adding dedicated legal, field, and logistics experts focused on the Khumbu region.

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Co-Founder, President, and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

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Dr. Ujjwal Shah, MD (Internal Medicine)

Co-Founder, President, and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Leads clinical work with world-class high altitude medicine standards.

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Pathologist

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Dr. Chandra Bhusan Singh

Pathologist

A dedicated pathologist with expertise in diagnostic pathology and laboratory medicine. He is committed to providing accurate, reliable, and timely diagnostic services, supporting clinicians in delivering appropriate patient care.

Dr. Bindiya Maharjan

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Bindiya Maharjan

Dr. Bindiya Maharjan

Anesthesiologist

A dedicated Anesthesiologist with expertise in perioperative care, anesthesia management, and patient safety. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and ensuring the highest standards of safety and comfort for patients throughout the surgical journey.

Dr Rajesh Yadav

Medical Officer

Dr Rajesh Yadav

Dr Rajesh Yadav

Medical Officer

Dr. Rajesh Yadav is a dedicated Medical Officer committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered healthcare. He focuses on accurate clinical assessment, effective treatment, and ensuring quality medical care while maintaining professionalism and empathy toward every patient.

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Gynecologist

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Dr. Praful Kumar Yadav

Gynecologist

Dr. Praful Kumar Yadav is a dedicated Gynecologist committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate care in women’s health. He focuses on the diagnosis and management of gynecological conditions, with an emphasis on patient-centered care, safety, and well-being.

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Executive Member

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Dr. Abhyu Ghimire

Executive Member

Brings years of high-altitude medical leadership from Khumbu Valley clinics to guide the MediLoop™'s expansion

Eishita Alam

Finance Manager

Eishita Alam

Eishita Alam

Finance Manager

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Ways to support our Mission

Your support provides the vital resources and hands-on connection required to sustain health in the high Himalayas.

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International Donors

Fuel the logistics of the MediLoop™ and provide professional salaries for our local team.

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Global Medical Volunteers

Join Dr. Shah on the trail to provide clinical support and witness the impact of the Mission.

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Local Nepali Volunteers

Gain field exposure and take ownership of your community’s medical future.

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