20 Years of
Neurological Excellence
South Asia's 2nd dedicated neuro-specific institute: a hospital built entirely around the brain and spine, putting Patient First.
From a Foundation Stone to a National Institution
Bansbari, Kathmandu
Nepal's premier super-specialty neuroscience hospital, purpose-built around the brain, spine and nervous system.
Founded by pioneering neurosurgeon Prof. Upendra Devkota who, following training at reputed neurological centres in the United Kingdom, returned so Nepalis could access world-class neurosurgical care without travelling abroad.
Diagnostics, complex neurosurgery, rehabilitation and academic research under one roof.
Active international academic exchange, and the next generation of neurospecialists trained through our superspecialty training programme under the National Board, Medical Education Commission.
Guided daily by one motto: Patient First.
“Built on a legacy of delivering world-class care, we combine cutting-edge technology, highly skilled specialists, and compassionate patient-centered service.”
Late Prof. Upendra Devkota
Founder · 1952 – 2018
A Legacy of
Compassion & Vision
“तीन दशकको अनबरत संघर्ष पछी एउटा अन्तरराष्ट्रिय स्तरको सुबिधा सम्पन्न स्नायु अस्पताल, अत्याधुनिक उपकरणहरु र त्यसमा सेवा प्रदान गर्ने दक्ष्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मीहरु यहाँहरुको सेवामा समर्पित गर्न पाएकोमा मैले गौरवको अनुभुती गरेकोछु ।”
“यस अस्पतालमा काम गर्ने धेरैजसो स्वास्थ्यकर्मीहरूसँग लामो समय काम गरेर मेरो भरोसा जितेका व्यक्तिहरू हुनुहुन्छ । उहाँहरूको प्रयासले यस अस्पतालले स्तरोन्नतिमा फड्को मार्नेछ भन्नेमा मलाई पूर्ण विश्वास छ । यस अस्पतालमा तपाईंहरूको उपचार सुरक्षित हातहरूमा छ । आश्वस्त हुनुहोस् ।”
“Your treatment at this hospital is in safe hands. Rest assured.”
Prof. Upendra Devkota
2074 Falgun 27, Sunday
Our updated vision statement will be published here shortly.
To provide state-of-the-art care for brain, spinal and allied specialties under one roof, advancing service, training and research through compassion, integrity and diligence.
Core Values of
UDM-NINAS
Excellence
Commitment to the highest standards of clinical care, professionalism, and operational execution in every procedure.
Compassion
A patient-centered approach grounded in genuine empathy, respectful listening, and support for recovery.
Integrity
Ethical practices, clinical transparency, and accountability in all aspects of service delivery.
Innovation
Continuous clinical improvement, active academic research, and technological advancement in neurosciences.
Key Milestones
Foundation stone laid on 28th February; the soil was brought from the Institute of Neurological Sciences in Glasgow, where Prof. Devkota trained.
Services inaugurated by Sir Graham M. Teasdale, developer of the Glasgow Coma Scale, and the late Prof. KV Mathai of CMC Vellore.
Rt. Hon'ble PM Girija Prasad Koirala formally inaugurated the institute; the MCh Neurosurgery programme began under Kathmandu University.
Wings dedicated to Dr. Dinesh Nath Gongal, Nepal's first neurosurgeon, and Prof. Terence Hope, in recognition of their contribution to neuroscience in Nepal.
Nepal's first 1.5 Tesla MRI installed, introducing advanced diagnostic neuroradiology including tractography, functional MRI, and MR spectroscopy.
The David Uttley Wing was inaugurated, with the Travelling Surgical Society led by Sir Terence English visiting the institute.
Over 700 earthquake survivors treated; the 'Roof Before the Rains' campaign sheltered more than 500 households in rural Nepal.
Renamed Upendra Devkota Memorial National Institute of Neurological and Allied Sciences in honour of its founder.
Established Nepal's first dedicated Acute Stroke Unit for specialised stroke patient care.
Installed Nepal's first Biplane Cath Lab, revolutionising treatment for stroke and aneurysms.
Specialised Vertigo Clinic using Video Nystagmography for vestibular diseases launched.
Upendra Devkota Foundation established, and NEUROCON-I hosted, marking the inception and evolution of neuroscience in Nepal.
NEUROCON-II held with 135 papers and 85 speakers; S8 Neuronavigation, Zeiss Kinevo 900 microscope and O-arm added; recognised as a Regional Centre of Excellence in UBE Training by ISUBE.
Hyperacute Stroke Unit launched for immediate, coordinated care in the critical first hours after stroke.