Meet Our Invited Speaker for CME at the 29th ANMF AGM: Dr. Ritu Lamichhane
 Topic: “Bridging the Gap: Advancing Childhood Cancer Treatment in Nepal – Challenges, Progress, and Unmet Needs”

We are honored to welcome Dr. Ritu Lamichhane, a passionate Pediatric Hematologist and Oncologist, to speak at the 29th Annual General Meeting of ANMF.

With over 14 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lamichhane is dedicated to providing equitable, high-quality cancer care to children across Nepal—regardless of geographic or socioeconomic background. She currently serves as the Unit Head of the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Unit at Bhaktapur Cancer Hospital, a national cancer center under the Government of Nepal.

 Her expertise includes:
• Managing complex pediatric malignancies and blood disorders
• Strengthening early detection and referral systems
• Implementing effective treatment strategies in resource-limited settings
• Advocating for supportive care and impactful health policies

She also serves as:
 General Secretary, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Chapter – Nepal Pediatric Society
 SIOP Country Ambassador for Nepal, promoting international collaboration in pediatric oncology

Her mission: to bridge gaps in care, reduce treatment abandonment, and improve survival outcomes for children with cancer throughout Nepal.