Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal (MMSN) jobs and careers

About Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal (MMSN)

MMSN is a society of doctors, medical students, and allied health professionals interested in and involved in mountain medicine, high-altitude physiology, and related maladies. We are a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization working to understand and explore the science behind altitude-related illnesses and utilizing this knowledge to make our mountains safer. Our regular activities include: journal clubs where we discuss and do critical appraisal of research papers on high altitude and wilderness medicine; national and international seminars and workshops; health camps for pilgrims; research on altitude-related illnesses; publication of newsletters and books; and awareness programs on high altitude illnesses targeting trekkers, pilgrims, and porters going to high altitude. We also provide doctors experienced in high-altitude medicine to accompany researchers, trekkers, climbers, and pilgrims, or to be temporarily stationed in high-altitude aid posts in the remote areas of the Nepalese Himalayas during peak seasons. Mission- MMSN is dedicated to advancing mountain medicine and high altitude physiology. As a non-profit organization, we strive to make Nepal's mountains safer by unraveling altitude-related illnesses. Our Vision We aim to lead in understanding and mitigating altitude-related risks, envisioning safer exploration in the Nepalese Himalayas through our collective expertise. Our Goal Our goal is to deepen knowledge on altitude-related challenges and actively apply it for safer mountain environments, encompassing critical appraisals, workshops, health camps, research, and awareness programs. We provide experienced high-altitude medical professionals to ensure safety during expeditions and in remote aid posts, contributing to the well-being of those navigating Nepal's challenging terrains.