The MediLoop™
Empowering Khumbu Through Consistent Care
The MediLoop™ is the heart of Snow Leopard International Medicine (SLIM) and reflects our commitment to the people and communities we serve. It is our proprietary service model, designed to replace sporadic “one-off” health camps with a permanent, reliable presence and continuous care.
Through a continuous “Infinity Loop” structure, the MediLoop ensures patients receive ongoing care and follow-up beyond a single diagnosis or medical visit.
MediLoop™: The Double-Circuit System
Our proprietary service model, the MediLoop™, is centered at our Pangboche Base (3,985 m). From there, Dr. Shah and the SLIM team operate across two geographical wings, completing two 100-day clinical cycles across the West and East Loops.
This cyclical model gives residents a predictable schedule, so they know when to expect the doctor’s return for follow-up care, check-ups, and prescription refills.
A Glimpse into the 100-Day Cycle
Launch
Days 1-5
Staging at base, sorting supplies, calibrating gear.
Outreach
Days 6-45
Village visits, primary diagnoses, immediate treatment.
Deep Clinic
Days 46-75
Intensive care days and chronic condition management.
The Return
Days 75-94
Follow-up visits and prescription adjustments.
Referral and Reset
Days 95-100
City referrals and transition to the next loop.
What to Expect at a MediLoop™ Clinic
Walk-in access for all residents
Our mobile camps are walk-in friendly for all residents.
Scheduled follow-up visits
Patients are not just a number; they are part of a scheduled care plan with consistent follow-ups.
Direct referral and logistic support
If a condition requires advanced treatment, we provide the direct logistics and paperwork r specialized care in Kathmandu.
165 Days in Kathmandu
Off-Time to Prepare for the Next Mission
After each mission, the team returns to Kathmandu for the remaining 165 days. This off-trail period is dedicated to planning, coordination, training, and operational support needed to prepare for and sustain the next clinical cycle.
Supply Logistics
Organizing porter caravans to transport hundreds of kilograms of medicine and equipment up the mountain trails.
Verification
Collecting and sorting supplies to ensure they meet our strict clinical standards.
Sustainability
Securing the medical grants and donations required to keep the Loop moving year-round.