Located in Palpa, Lumbini Medical College offers an MBBS program affiliated with Kathmandu University, tailored to serve the healthcare needs of western Nepal. The academic framework features two years of preclinical study in human anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, and pharmacology, followed by clinical rotations across major specialties.
Ward clerkships take place in its 600+ bed teaching hospital, where students gain hands-on clinical exposure in internal medicine, general surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, and intensive care units. LMC incorporates rural community health postings and a 1-year compulsory rotating internship to build diagnostic adaptability.