Dr. Sanjay Kumar Thakur

Kathmandu, Central Region

Endocrinologist | MBBS, MD

Clinic Details & Contact Location: Silentcare Solution, Dillibazar, Pipalbot, Kathmandu (near the landmark Pipal tree). Contact Number: +977 970-0682797 Operating Hours: The clinic is open Sunday to Saturday, typically from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Consultation Fee: The standard appointment fee is approximately Rs. 800 Prof. Dr. Sanjay Kumar Thakur is a highly distinguished academician and senior consultant in Nepal, known for his extensive contributions to medical education and research in diabetes and internal medicine. Academic Credentials & Qualifications Dr. Thakur’s educational background spans major institutions in Nepal and internationally: MBBS: Institute of Medicine (IOM), Maharajgunj, Kathmandu. MD (Internal Medicine): National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Bir Hospital. Fellowship in Diabetes: Trained at the renowned Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, India. DFID (Diploma in Family Medicine and Infectious Diseases): Listed as a key professional credential. NMC Number: 4776 (Registered Specialist) Academic Positions Professor of Internal Medicine: Kathmandu National Medical College (KNMC), where he leads specialized treatments and student training. Head of Department (HOD): Senior Consultant Physician and HOD of Internal Medicine at B & C Medical College. Senior Consultant: Long-term clinical leader at Bir Hospital (NAMS). Research & Key Publications Dr. Thakur’s research primarily focuses on diabetic complications and metabolic disorders in the Nepalese population. Notable works include: Diabetic Nephropathy: Microalbuminuria and Its Risk Factors in Type 2 Diabetic Patients (2019). This study identified critical factors like BMI, duration of illness, and hypertension as key risks for kidney damage in local patients. Diabetes Complications: Microalbuminuria and its associations with clinical profile and complications in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. This research highlighted the strong link between microalbuminuria and diabetic retinopathy as well as stroke. Metformin Side Effects: Vitamin B12 Status in Metformin Treated Diabetics. A cross-sectional study evaluating the nutritional impact of long-term metformin use. Recent Work (2025): Steroid-Induced Diabetes Mellitus Caused by Dexamethasone, an observational study focused on chemotherapy-induced metabolic changes. Hypertension & Medication: Hyponatremia among Nepalese hypertensive patients kept on thiazide, conducted at Bir Hospital and Annapurna Neurological Institute Professional Influence DEAN Member: Active leader in the Diabetes & Endocrinology Association of Nepal (DEAN), contributing to national guidelines. Public Health Advocate: Recognized as a frontline healthcare leader by UNICEF Nepal for his advocacy during the pandemic