Bikash khadka | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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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Gagan Mathur | Medicine and Dentistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Gagan Mathur | Medicine and Dentistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Gagan Mathur, University of California Irvine, United States

Assoc Prof Dr. Gagan Mathur: Candidate for Best Researcher Award Evaluation

Publication profile

Employment History

Dr. Gagan Mathur is a highly experienced professional with a strong background in transfusion medicine and clinical pathology. Since December 2022, he has served as the Medical Director of Transfusion Medicine-Blood Bank at the University of California Irvine School of Medicine, where he also holds the role of Associate Program Director of the Pathology Residency Program. He has previously held prominent positions at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and Saint Luke’s Health System in Kansas City, demonstrating his leadership and expertise in managing complex medical and educational settings.

Post-Graduate Training and Education

Dr. Mathur’s rigorous academic background includes a fellowship in Transfusion Medicine/Blood Banking and a residency in Clinical Pathology at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. He also holds an MBA from the University of Iowa, which complements his medical expertise with business acumen. His foundational medical education was completed at Dr. S.N. Medical College in India.

Certifications and Licensure

Dr. Mathur is board-certified in both Transfusion Medicine/Blood Banking and Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology. He holds medical licenses in California and previously held licenses in Missouri, Kansas, and Iowa. His certification as a Certified Physician Executive underscores his commitment to leadership in healthcare.

Awards and Distinctions

Dr. Mathur has been recognized for his contributions to medicine with numerous accolades, including being named a Top Pathologist by Best in California Magazine in 2023 and a multiple nominee for the Orange County Physician of Excellence award. His early recognition includes the Paul E. Strandjord Young Investigator Award and an Outstanding Reviewer award from a leading scientific journal.

Teaching and Mentoring

Dr. Mathur is actively involved in teaching and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals. He serves as an Associate Program Director and Chair of the Clinical Competency Committee in the Pathology Residency Program at UC Irvine. He also contributes as a faculty member in various transfusion medicine and blood banking courses for medical students, residents, fellows, and clinical laboratory scientist students.

Publication Top Notes

  • Four postmortem case reports with quantitative detection of the synthetic cannabinoid, 5F-PB-22 (Journal of Analytical Toxicology) – Cited by 206, 2014 🧪📊
  • Antibody testing for COVID-19: can it be used as a screening tool in areas with low prevalence? (American Journal of Clinical Pathology) – Cited by 90, 2020 🦠🔬
  • High clinical suspicion of donor‐derived disease leads to timely recognition and early intervention to treat solid organ transplant‐transmitted lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus (Transplant Infectious Disease) – Cited by 29, 2017 🏥🦠
  • Use of a data warehouse at an academic medical center for clinical pathology quality improvement, education, and research (Journal of Pathology Informatics) – Cited by 25, 2015 📈🧑‍💻
  • Clinical profile and mortality among novel influenza A (H1N1) infected patients: 2009-2010 Jodhpur, Rajasthan pandemic (Journal of the Association of Physicians of India) – Cited by 25, 2013 🏥🌍
  • Antibody testing for COVID-19 (American Journal of Clinical Pathology) – Cited by 7, 2020 🦠🧬
  • Factors influencing platelet clumping during peripheral blood hematopoietic stem cell collection (Transfusion) – Cited by 7, 2017 🩸🔬
  • A clinico-epidemiologic study of neurologic associations and factors related to speech and language delay (National Journal of Community Medicine) – Cited by 7, 2012 🧠🗣️
  • Solutions to technical challenges during therapeutic plasma exchange using the Spectra Optia on a 4 kilogram neonate (Transfusion and Apheresis Science) – Cited by 5, 2018 🍼🩸
  • Streamlined sign-out of capillary protein electrophoresis using middleware and an open-source macro application (Journal of Pathology Informatics) – Cited by 5, 2014 🧬💻
  • A case for a national registry of red blood cell antibodies (Vox Sanguinis) – Cited by 4, 2022 🩸🧾
  • Predicting changes in hemoglobin S after simple transfusion using complete blood counts (Transfusion) – Cited by 3, 2018 🩸🧪
  • A case cluster of lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus transmitted via organ transplantation (Transplantation) – Cited by 2, 2014 🦠🏥


Conclusion

Assoc Prof Dr. Gagan Mathur’s extensive experience, academic background, and leadership roles make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to transfusion medicine, combined with his teaching and mentoring roles, demonstrate a commitment to advancing medical science and education. His recognition by peers and multiple accolades further support his suitability for this prestigious award