Bikash khadka | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bikash khadka | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bikash khadka , Nepal Mediciti , Nepal

Dr. Bikash Khadka is a dedicated anesthesiologist from Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal, with extensive experience in critical care and perioperative medicine. He earned his MD in Anesthesiology from Lumbini Medical College, affiliated with Kathmandu University, in 2018, after completing his MBBS at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences in 2012. Dr. Bikash Khadka currently serves as a Junior Consultant Anesthesiologist at Nepal Mediciti Hospital, where he manages a 32-bed mixed ICU and conducts anesthesia for various surgeries. Passionate about medical education, he has also served as a Lecturer at Lumbini Medical College. His research focuses on anesthesia techniques, critical care, and perioperative safety, with numerous published articles in peer-reviewed journals. He is proficient in advanced airway management, regional blocks, and critical patient care. Dr. Bikash  Khadka actively participates in medical workshops and conferences to stay updated in his field.

Publication Profile

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Work Experience

Dr. Bikash Khadka has been a Junior Consultant Anesthesiologist at Nepal Mediciti Hospital since August 2019, where he manages a 32-bed mixed ICU and provides anesthesia for diverse surgeries. From November 2018 to August 2019, he worked as a Lecturer at Lumbini Medical College, teaching anesthesiology to medical students. As a Resident Doctor (2015-2018) at the same institution, he performed pre-anesthetic assessments, anesthesia conduction, ICU management, and supervised junior residents. His responsibilities included emergency surgeries, obstetric analgesia, and critical care. From September 2013 to March 2014, he was a Medical Officer at Alka Hospital, providing emergency care. His experience spans specialized anesthesia services, resuscitation, and managing patients across various surgical and ICU settings.

Education and Training

Dr. Bikash Khadka earned his MD in Anesthesiology from Lumbini Medical College, affiliated with Kathmandu University, from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences between 2008 and 2012. During his medical education, he acquired extensive theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, laying the foundation for his career in anesthesiology and critical care. His education focused on pre-anesthetic assessment, anesthesia conduction, ICU management, and patient care during complex surgical procedures. Dr. Bikash Khadka also completed significant training, including ACLS, BLS, airway management, and acute care ultrasound workshops, strengthening his proficiency in both clinical and emergency care. His commitment to continual learning is reflected in his active participation in national conferences and specialized courses.

Awards and Training

Dr. Bikash Khadka has attended various prestigious conferences and workshops, including the 17th National Conference of the Society of Anesthesiologists of Nepal (SANCON) in 2016. He participated in specialized workshops like the Difficult Airway Workshop and Acute Care Ultrasound Workshop. He holds certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), showcasing his dedication to critical care excellence. His commitment to academic excellence is evident through his lecturer role and involvement in training junior residents. Dr. Bikash Khadka’s clinical expertise and research contributions have established him as a respected professional in anesthesiology and critical care in Nepal.

Research Focus

Dr. Bikash Khadka’s research focuses on anesthesiology, critical care, and perioperative management. His interests include optimizing patient outcomes in ICU settings, managing complex airway cases, and preventing anesthesia-related complications. He has contributed to research on rare medical conditions, such as Boerhaave syndrome and post-COVID-19 vaccine complications. Dr. Bikash khadka is also interested in comparative studies on pharmacological agents to improve surgical outcomes, such as using dexmedetomidine and dexamethasone for postoperative nausea prevention. His work often explores innovative approaches to regional anesthesia, patient safety, and critical care protocols. His systematic reviews and case reports provide valuable insights into anesthesia practice and patient management.

Publication Top Notes 📚

Role of pre-operative counseling with NSQIP surgical risk calculator in the surgical patients

Authors: Khadka, B., Sharma, A., Bhattarai, P.R., Rayamajhi, B., Adhikari, H.

Journal: Surgery Open Science

Year: 2024

Volume: 18, pp. 11–16

Citations: 0

Pyopericardium progressing to cardiac tamponade in a patient with dengue fever

Authors: Khadka, B., Khanal, K., Regmi, A., KC, S., Nepal, R.

Journal: IDCases

Year: 2024

Volume: 36, Article e01996

Citations: 0

Removing knotted or stuck epidural catheters: a systematic review of case reports

Authors: Khadka, B., Sharma, A., Regmi, A., Ghimire, A., Bhattarai, P.R.

Journal: Anesthesia and Pain Medicine

Year: 2023

Volume: 18(3), pp. 315–324

Citations: 1

A rare case of Boerhaave syndrome with cervico-thoracic esophageal junction rupture causing bilateral empyema; case report from Nepal

Authors: Khadka, B., Khanal, K., Dahal, P., Adhikari, H.

Journal: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports

Year: 2023

Volume: 105, Article 108018

Citations: 2

Post COVID-19 vaccine Guillain-Barré syndrome

Authors: Khadka, B., Khanal, K.

Journal: Journal of Nepal Health Research Council

Year: 2022

Volume: 19(4), pp. 852–854

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Luis Sobrevia | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Luis Sobrevia | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Luis Sobrevia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile

Prof. Luis Sobrevia is a distinguished Chilean physiologist with extensive academic and research credentials. He completed his BSc in Biological Sciences from Universidad del Bío-Bío, MSc in Physiological Sciences from Universidad de Concepción, and PhD in Physiology and Biomedicine from King’s College London. He has held postdoctoral training at King’s College London and earned a Diploma in University Teaching from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC). As a Fellow of The Physiological Society (UK) and the International Union of Physiological Sciences, he holds prominent academic positions worldwide, including at PUC, TecSalud in Mexico, and UNESP in Brazil. His research focuses on placental vascular dysfunction in pregnancy complications like gestational diabetes and obesity, studying pathways that affect maternal-fetal health. He has mentored numerous PhD and MSc students and collaborates globally on groundbreaking research. 🌍🔬

Publication Profile

Education

Prof. Luis Sobrevia holds a BSc Hons. in Biological Sciences (1986) from Universidad del Bío-Bío, Chile, and an MSc in Physiology (1990) from Universidad de Concepción, Chile. He earned his PhD in Physiology and Biomedicine (1996) at King’s College London, UK, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship there. Prof. Sobrevia has held academic positions globally, currently serving as a Distinguished Research Professor at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico, and as an Honorary Professor in Australia, Spain, and Brazil. His extensive experience spans physiology, biomedicine, and university teaching, making significant contributions to obstetrics and biomedical sciences. 🏥📚

 

Research

Prof. Luis Sobrevia leads an extensive research group comprising PhD students from various global institutions, such as PUC Chile, U Talca, UNESP Brazil, and U Coimbra, Portugal. His team includes MSc and undergraduate students, along with technical research assistants like biochemist K Silva. The group hosts postdoctoral researchers, including A Grismaldo and MA Pascon. Collaborations span prestigious institutions like University Medical Centre Groningen, TecSalud, and Karolinska Institutet. As a thesis supervisor, Prof. Sobrevia has mentored 69 students across PhD, MSc, and undergraduate levels, focusing on physiology, biomedicine, and molecular biology. 🌍📚💡

 

Teaching Experience 🎓📚

Prof. Luis Sobrevia is a dedicated educator, teaching undergraduate courses in Medicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition, and Bioethics. He also mentors postgraduate students, including PhD, MSc, and medical specialization programs. His teaching spans top universities in Chile (PUC, UCH, UT, UA, UACH, UDEC) and internationally at institutions like UMCG (Netherlands), US (Spain), KCL (UK), AUT (New Zealand), UQCCR (Australia), UNESP (Brazil), and TecMonterrey (Mexico). His expertise covers topics such as gestational diabetes, fetal vascular dysfunction, cardiovascular pathophysiology, endothelial physiology, and insulin and adenosine signaling. 🌍🩺📖

 

Academic and Scientific Merit Recognitions 🌟🏅

Prof. Luis Sobrevia has earned numerous prestigious awards and appointments throughout his academic career. In 2024, he was nominated as a Corresponding Member of the Chilean Academy of Sciences and recognized for his contributions to internationalization by the Mexican Society of Physiological Sciences. He was also appointed Co-president of the Regional Focal Point for Latin America and the Caribbean (RFP-LAC) of the International Science Council (ISC) and Editor-in-Chief of Physiological Minireviews. His leadership extends to roles such as Regional Editor for The Journal of Physiology and member of international scientific committees, highlighting his significant global impact. 🌍📚💡

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Regulation of amino acid and glucose transporters in endothelial and smooth muscle cells by GE Mann, DL Yudilevich, L Sobrevia, Physiological reviews 83 (1), 183-252, Cited by: 578, 2003 📚💉
  • A gestational profile of placental exosomes in maternal plasma and their effects on endothelial cell migration by C Salomon, MJ Torres, M Kobayashi, K Scholz-Romero, L Sobrevia, PloS one 9 (6), e98667, Cited by: 412, 2014 🤰🔬
  • Exosomal signaling during hypoxia mediates microvascular endothelial cell migration and vasculogenesis by C Salomon, J Ryan, L Sobrevia, M Kobayashi, K Ashman, M Mitchell, PloS one 8 (7), e68451, Cited by: 400, 2013 🌱💧
  • Oxidative stress: Normal pregnancy versus preeclampsia by DI Chiarello, C Abad, D Rojas, F Toledo, CM Vázquez, A Mate, Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA)-Molecular Basis of Disease 1866 (2), 165354, Cited by: 325, 2020 🩸💔
  • Hypoxia-induced changes in the bioactivity of cytotrophoblast-derived exosomes by C Salomon, M Kobayashi, K Ashman, L Sobrevia, MD Mitchell, GE Rice, PloS one 8 (11), e79636, Cited by: 213, 2013 🌍💫
  • Dysfunction of the endothelial nitric oxide signalling pathway in diabetes and hyperglycaemia by L Sobrevia, GE Mann, Experimental Physiology: Translation and Integration 82 (3), 423-452, Cited by: 208, 1997 🧬🩺
  • Activation of L‐arginine transport (system y+) and nitric oxide synthase by elevated glucose and insulin in human endothelial cells by L Sobrevia, A Nadal, DL Yudilevich, GE Mann, The Journal of physiology 490 (3), 775-781, Cited by: 204, 1996 ⚡💡
  • Mice long-term high-fat diet feeding recapitulates human cardiovascular alterations: an animal model to study the early phases of diabetic cardiomyopathy by SD Calligaris, M Lecanda, F Solis, M Ezquer, J Gutierrez, E Brandan, PloS one 8 (4), e60931, Cited by: 189, 2013 🍔❤️
  • Extracellular vesicles in obesity and diabetes mellitus by F Pardo, R Villalobos-Labra, B Sobrevia, F Toledo, L Sobrevia, Molecular aspects of medicine 60, 81-91, Cited by: 187, 2018 🧬🍩
  • Early activation of the p42/p44MAPK pathway mediates adenosine‐induced nitric oxide production in human endothelial cells: a novel calcium‐insensitive … by AW Wyatt, JR Steinert, CPD Wheeler‐Jones, AJ Morgan, D Sugden, The FASEB journal 16 (12), 1584-1594, Cited by: 155, 2002 🔬💡