About SKMH
Compassionate Care, Global Expertise, Local Impact
“Dedicated to restoring lives and empowering communities through world-class reconstructive and burn care since 1997.”
Sushma Koirala Memorial Hospital (SKMH), run by Sushma Koirala Memorial Trust (SKMT), is Nepal's leading not-for-profit facility for burn, plastic, and reconstructive surgeries. Established with Interplast Germany's support, it provides low-cost care to underprivileged communities, inspired by Late Sushma Koirala's vision and led by founder Sujata Koirala.
For over 25 years, SKMH has been a center of excellence in burn treatment, reconstructive surgery, and comprehensive healthcare — transforming thousands of lives through advanced medical expertise, rural outreach, health education, and training programs.
Messages from Our Leadership
Dr. Shristi Koirala
Executive Director
SKMT / SKMH
Dear Esteemed Supporters, Partners, and Friends of SKMH,
As Executive Director of the Sushma Koirala Memorial Trust and Sushma Koirala Memorial Hospital, I extend my sincere appreciation for your unwavering support in realising our shared commitment to compassionate and equitable healthcare in Nepal.
Since its founding in 1997, SKMH has grown into a 100-bed general hospital and the country's pre-eminent specialised facility for burn, plastic, and reconstructive surgery.
Our strategic priority remains running a full fledge 100-bed general hospital and the establishment of leading national training hub for burn and reconstructive care.
With deepest gratitude and warm regards
Prof. Ishwar Lohani
Director of Medical and Academic Affairs
SKMH
Dear Esteemed Colleagues, Partners, and Well-Wishers,
It is with profound pride that I address you as Director of Medical and Academic Affairs at SKMH. Since 1997, our institution has stood as Nepal's premier dedicated centre for burn, plastic, and reconstructive surgery.
We provide comprehensive, compassionate care encompassing:
- • Specialized acute and chronic burn management
- • Advanced reconstructive procedures, including microsurgery
- • Multidisciplinary support through burn ICU, physiotherapy, nutrition
- • Community outreach with mobile surgical camps
With sincere regards and best wishes
Our Commitment to Healing and Hope
Vision
To be a leading healthcare institution in South Asia recognized for excellence in reconstructive surgery, burn care, and holistic healthcare — ensuring every patient has access to quality treatment and dignity in care.
Deliver Transformative Care
Restoring function, dignity, and hope for patients with burns, congenital conditions, and trauma-related injuries.
Advance Sustainable Healthcare
Building local expertise through continuous training, research, and knowledge exchange with global medical partners.
Empower Communities
Promoting awareness, preventive care, and outreach services that extend healing beyond the hospital walls.
A Collaborative Effort
SKMH is operated under Sushma Koirala Memorial Trust in collaboration with Interplast Germany.