Addressing Healthcare Inefficiency In Nepal

While Nepal has made significant strides in improving health indicators in recent decades, numerous inefficiencies continue to hinder optimal healthcare delivery. The government is under tremendous pressure to use its scarce resources wisely and sensibly. Every year, there are more demands to increase the budget in healthcare by the three tiers of government—federal, provincial, and local. In this context, ensuring efficient and effective healthcare delivery is a top priority for politicians, policymakers, and healthcare managers. The uneven distribution of medical personnel, with a concentration in urban areas, widens the gap in access to specialised care for rural populations. Additionally, inadequate training opportunities and limited career progression options lead to brain drain, further strain the healthcare system, and create pressure for more investment.