Mission Brain Chapter – Kathmandu University recently conducted an Advanced Workshop on Mechanical Ventilation in Neonates at Nepal Medical College, bringing together pediatricians, neonatologists, residents, and NICU/PICU staff for a full day of academic learning and hands-on training.
Held on December 27, 2025, the program was integrated with the Pustak Bimochan (Book Launch) of the NMC Neonatal Protocol and focused on strengthening neonatal critical care through practical, protocol-based education.
The workshop was coordinated by Dr. Arun Bajgain and Dr. Chaitanya Darshan Bhattarai, MD (Pediatrics) and attended by 70 healthcare professionals from multiple institutions.
Academic Sessions
The morning session covered core and advanced concepts in neonatal mechanical ventilation, including respiratory physiology, ventilator modes and settings, lung-protective strategies, ARDS management, and prevention of ventilator-induced lung injury. Sessions were delivered by senior faculty and specialists from leading medical institutions across Kathmandu.
Hands-On Training
In the afternoon, participants rotated through four skill-based stations focused on ventilator setup, mode selection, alarm management, and ARDS ventilation simulation. Each station emphasized real-life clinical scenarios and practical decision-making under expert guidance.
Outcome
Participants actively engaged throughout the program, gaining increased confidence in ventilator management and troubleshooting. The dissemination of the NMC Neonatal Protocol further supported standardized neonatal care practices.
The workshop reflected Mission Brain’s ongoing commitment to accessible, high-quality medical education and capacity building in neonatal critical care.
Prabhat Kumar Jha
Secretary, Mission Brain KU
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