The 4th National Telemedicine and 1st National Digital Health Conference was successfully held on 23–24 January 2026 at Hotel Crowne Imperial, Kathmandu, Nepal. The two-day conference brought together more than 190 in-person participants from across Nepal, including healthcare professionals, policymakers, researchers, technology experts, academicians, and development partners.
The conference was organized by the Telemedicine Society of Nepal (TMSoN) and co-organized by B.P. Eye Foundation (BPEF), Nepal Research and Education Network (NREN), and Digital Health Forum Nepal (DHFN), in collaboration with financial partners including BioMaxis International Pvt. Ltd., Mavorion Systems Pvt. Ltd., Aamako Maya Apps Pvt. Ltd., GIZ, and WHO.
The conference served as an important national platform for advancing discussions on the future of telemedicine and digital health in strengthening Nepal’s healthcare system. The event focused on promoting digital transformation in healthcare, expanding equitable access to quality health services, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders working in telemedicine, e-health, and digital innovation.
Throughout the conference, participants shared research findings, practical experiences, innovative approaches, and success stories related to telemedicine services, digital health systems, artificial intelligence in healthcare, electronic medical records, and remote patient care. Technical sessions and panel discussions provided valuable insights into emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in the implementation of sustainable and inclusive digital health solutions in Nepal.
Experts highlighted the growing importance of digital health technologies in improving healthcare accessibility and efficiency, particularly for remote and underserved communities. The conference also created valuable opportunities for professional networking, knowledge exchange, and policy dialogue among national stakeholders and institutions.
Key recommendations and outcomes from the conference are expected to contribute significantly to strengthening telemedicine and digital health strategies in Nepal while supporting future healthcare innovation, collaboration, and policy development.
The organizers expressed sincere gratitude to all keynote speakers, presenters, delegates, partners, sponsors, and participants for their active support and valuable contributions in making the conference a grand success. The conference concluded with a shared commitment to continue promoting telemedicine and digital health initiatives for accessible, efficient, inclusive, and people-centered healthcare services across Nepal.
