An Orthodontic by profession, Prof. Dr. Bhattarai is a highly qualified and equally abled individual. He attained Master of Science in Dentistry, M.S.D. (Orthodontics) from University of the Philippines and Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) from Karnatak University, India.

Prof. Dr. Bhattarai has served in Government Hospitals in many districts of Nepal. Likewise, he has long standing experience of delivering the class at various medical colleges in Nepal – College of Dental Sciences & Hospital (Nepal Medical College), BP Koirala Institute of Health Science, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kantipur Dental College & Hospital, People’s Dental College & Hospital. He also served as Managing Director of College of Dental Science & Hospital (Nepal Medical College), President of Orthodontic Association of Nepal, Executive Board Member of Nepal Medical Council, Vice-President of Orthodontics and Dento-Facial Orthopedics Association of Nepal (ODOAN) and Vice-President of Nepal Dental Association (NDA).

Prof. Dr. Bhattarai is the Founder of Smart 3D Tech, 1st Digital Orthodontic (CAD-CAM) Lab in Nepal. He is also the Founder of People’s Dental College & Hospital, College of Dental Science & Hospital (Nepal Medical College) and Kantipur Dental College & Hospital.

Prof. Dr. Bhattarai has been the member of curriculum development committee in Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, Nepal Medical Council and CTEVT. He has made several scientific paper presentations in Nepal and abroad, published journals and reviewed articles. In addition, he has acted as the organizing Chairman in conducting many conference and seminars. Prof. Dr. Bhattarai has been awarded with laurels and awards in his career by Civil Voice for Peace & Development, Nagarik Tatha Samajik Sarokar Manch, World Federation of Orthodontist, USA and Pierre Fauchard Academy, USA.

Date of Appointment : 2074-09-28

Date of Re-Appointment : 2079-02-25