Dr. Sushma Karki
Compassionate, evidence-based heart care for the people of Kathmandu — from prevention to advanced intervention.
Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
Care that begins with listening
Dr. Sushma Karki is a Kathmandu-based consultant cardiologist with over fifteen years of experience caring for hearts across Nepal. She believes the best medicine begins with listening — understanding each patient's story before reaching for a prescription.
Her practice spans preventive cardiology, non-invasive imaging and interventional procedures, with a special interest in women's heart health and rheumatic heart disease, which remains common in our communities. She trained at Tribhuvan University and pursued advanced fellowship abroad before returning home to serve.
Unhurried consultations, plain-language explanations and a calm, reassuring approach are at the heart of every visit. Whether you are managing a chronic condition or simply want peace of mind, you are in careful hands.
Education & Credentials
DM, Cardiology
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
MD, Internal Medicine
Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University
MBBS
Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj Medical Campus
Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology
Royal College of Physicians (Affiliate)
- Years of practice
- 15+
- Patients cared for
- 10k+
- Angioplasties
- 1,200+
- Patient rating
- 4.9/5
Areas of expertise
Focused, up-to-date care across the spectrum of cardiac health.
Preventive Cardiology
Echocardiography
Coronary Angioplasty
Hypertension Management
Heart Failure Care
Women's Heart Health
Arrhythmia & Holter
Lipid & Diabetes Risk
What we care for
Clear, compassionate management of the heart conditions we see most often.
Coronary Artery Disease
Diagnosis and management of blocked or narrowed arteries — from lifestyle and medication to angioplasty and stenting where needed.
- Angiography
- Angioplasty
- Stenting
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Structured evaluation, home-monitoring guidance and tailored therapy to bring blood pressure safely under control.
- Monitoring
- Lifestyle
- Medication
Heart Failure
Comprehensive care for a weakened heart — symptom relief, guideline-directed medicines and long-term follow-up.
- Echo
- Medication
- Follow-up
Rheumatic & Valvular Disease
Assessment and lifelong management of valve disease, including prophylaxis and timely referral for valve repair.
- Valve Care
- Prophylaxis
- Imaging
Arrhythmia & Palpitations
Evaluation of irregular or racing heartbeats with ECG, Holter monitoring and an evidence-based treatment plan.
- ECG
- Holter
- Rhythm
Preventive Heart Check
Early risk screening for healthy adults — cholesterol, diabetes and lifestyle review to keep your heart strong.
- Screening
- Risk Score
- Wellness
A career in cardiac care
Years spent across Nepal's leading hospitals and heart centres.
Consultant Cardiologist
Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj
Lead non-invasive cardiac imaging and the outpatient heart clinic; mentor postgraduate residents in cardiology.
Interventional Cardiology Fellow
Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular & Transplant Center
Performed diagnostic angiography and assisted in primary angioplasty within a high-volume cath lab.
Registrar, Department of Cardiology
Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre, Bansbari
Managed acute coronary care and inpatient cardiology across Nepal's busiest national heart referral centre.
Medical Officer
Bir Hospital, Kathmandu
General internal medicine and emergency care, building the clinical foundation for a cardiology career.
Services & fees
Clear, upfront pricing — no surprises. Charges shown are clinic fees.
New Patient Consultation
An unhurried 30-minute visit — full history, examination and a clear, written plan you can understand.
Follow-up Consultation
Review of progress, reports and medications for returning patients within three months.
Echocardiography (Echo)
Painless ultrasound of the heart to assess pumping function, valves and chambers — reported same day.
ECG & Holter Monitoring
Resting ECG plus 24-hour ambulatory rhythm monitoring to catch intermittent palpitations.
Treadmill (Stress) Test
Exercise ECG to evaluate chest pain and exertional symptoms under medical supervision.
Preventive Heart Health Package
Comprehensive screening — consultation, ECG, echo and a personalised risk-reduction roadmap.
Trusted by families
What patients say after care at the clinic.
“Dr. Karki took the time to explain my condition in simple words and never made me feel rushed. My blood pressure is finally under control.”
Ramesh Shrestha
Patient · Lalitpur
“After my angioplasty I was anxious, but her calm reassurance and careful follow-up gave my whole family confidence. Truly compassionate care.”
Sita Gurung
Patient · Bhaktapur
“She treated my elderly mother with such patience and respect. The clinic is clean, organised, and the wait is short. Highly recommended.”
Bishnu Adhikari
Caregiver · Kathmandu
“A doctor who genuinely listens. The preventive heart check caught my high cholesterol early — I'm grateful for her thoroughness.”
Anjali Tamang
Patient · Kirtipur
Book a consultation
Have a heart concern or simply want peace of mind? Reach out — Dr. Sushma Karki would be glad to help.