International Diabetes Conference 2025
International Diabetes Conference 2025
Date: March 1, 2025 | Venue: Royal Tulip Kathmandu - The Massif Hotel
About the Conference
Join us at the International Diabetes Conference 2025, an essential gathering for healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and global experts to address the growing burden of diabetes in Nepal and beyond. This event aims to foster collaborations, share cutting-edge research, and discuss strategies to advance diabetes care and management.
Why Attend?
- Explore the latest advancements in diabetes research and treatment.
- Gain insights from leading national and international experts.
- Participate in Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions tailored to enhance clinical skills.
- Contribute to policy recommendations and innovative solutions for diabetes prevention and management.
Key Highlights
- Keynote Presentations: Insights from renowned national and international researchers.
- Panel Discussions: Cover the area of Diabetes management, including insulin therapy and comorbidities management strategies.
- CME Sessions: Learn about cutting-edge tools like CGM and insulin pumps, and deep dive into diabetes-related complications.
- Research & Case Studies: Interactive poster presentations and case studies.
Speakers
Dr. Raju Panta
Fellowship Program Director, Director of Inpatient Diabetes, University of Massachusetts-Baystate
Dr. Ralph Defronzo
Professor of Medicine, Chief of Diabetes Division, Deputy Director, Texas Diabetes Institute
Dr. Nitin Kapoor
Professor, Christian Medical College Vellore, Ida Scudder Road, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
Dr. Robin Maskey
Professor and HOD, Internal Medicine, BPKIHS, Dharan, Nepal
Dr. Sweta Koirala
Executive Director, Nepal Development Society
Dr. Amit Shakya
President, DEAN
Prof. Dr. Sanjib Kumar Sharma
Rector, BPKIHS
Dr. Gampo Dorji
WHO Nepal
Dr. Prajjwal Pyakurel
NCD Alliance Nepal
Mrs. Smriti Sharma Tiwari
President, DYF Nepal
Dr. Anwar Hussain
Endocrinologist
Dr. Nihal Thomas
Professor and Head, Endocrinology Unit, CMC Vellore, India

Event Sessions
International Diabetes Conference 2025 | March 1, 2025
Event Schedule
1. Inauguration
By the Honorable Health Minister and the President of Dhana Yoga Foundation.
2. Keynote Speech
Topic: A Historical Perspective on the Understanding of Diabetes Pathophysiology and Its Treatment: From Starvation Diets to Modern Therapies like Incretins and SGLT2 Inhibitors.
Speaker: Dr. Raju Panta
3. Diabetes in Nepal
Topic: Diabetes Prevalence and Challenges of Diabetes Management in Nepal.
Speaker: WHO Nepal Representative
4. CME on Diabetes Technology
Topic: Continuous Glucose Monitors and Insulin Pumps.
5. Panel Discussion
Topic: Diabetes Management Based on Comorbidities: Improving Kidney and Cardiovascular Health.
6. Keynote Speech
Topic: Obesity and Diabetes.
Speaker: Dr. Nitin Kapoor
7. CME on Glycemic Goals and Hypoglycemia
8. Panel Discussion
Topic: Magic of Insulin Therapy in Diabetes.
Speakers: Dr. Om Lakhani and Dr. Robin Maskey
9. Young Diabetes Special Focus
Topic: MODY and Other Diabetes Subtypes.
Speaker: Dr. Nihal Thomas
10. Poster Presentations, Discussions, and Q&A
11. Gala Dinner
Concluding the event.
Registration
Secure your spot for the International Diabetes Conference by completing the registration form.