KATHMANDU: Surgical oncologist Dr Kapendra Shekhar Amatya is the Head of Department at Nepal Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Harisiddhi. He specialises in the surgery of breast cancer and gastro-intestinal cancer. In the past he worked in BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital and Bhaktapur Cancer Hospital. And in the future, Dr Amatya wants to study more about cancer along with developing a platform to build human resources in the field of surgery and oncology. He wishes to spread awareness about cancer and its early screening. Here he recalls his college days’ memories

MY ALMA MATER (S)

I completed MBBS in 1999 and Master of Surgery in 2004 from Beijing Medical University, Beijing, China.

COURSE STUDIED

I studied Surgical Oncology.

COLLEGE LIFE

It was the period of transformation, freedom, as well as a time to experience pressure for career.

BEST OF COLLEGE LIFE

Hanging out with friends was the best of my college life.

LASTING MEMORIES

I had a good friend who committed suicide, and it disturbed not only me but the entire class. The sad incident taught me how to go forward in life.

LESSON LEARNT

Do what you want but don’t mess up your studies.

WORDS TO HEED

Time has changed a lot and it’s much more difficult for today’s generation where they have to face tough competition to achieve something. However, during the student life one should focus on studies and career first.

HOW TO ACE IN COLLEGE

Have routine in life. Never live for tomorrow. Most importantly manage your time and know when to do what and how.