Empowering Khumbu Through Consistent Care
The MediLoop™ is the heart of Snow Leopard International Medicine (SLIM) and represents our commitment to the people and communities. It is a proprietary service model designed to replace sporadic “one-off” health camps with a permanent, reliable presence.
By utilizing a continuous “Infinity Loop” structure, we ensure that no patient is ever abandoned after a single diagnosis.
Our Double-Circuit Motion
Centered at our Pangboche Base (3,985m), Dr. Shah and the SLIM team move in two distinct geographical wings to maintain a 200-day clinical cycle. This cyclical motion ensures that every resident knows exactly when the doctor will return for their next check-up or prescription refill.
The West Loop (100 Days)
A 19.5 km journey providing frontline care and follow-ups to the residents of Deboche, Tengboche, Phortse, and Nauche.
The East Loop (100 Days):
An extension of 21 km serving the communities of Khumjung, Khunde, Thamo, and Thame.
Patients always know exactly when the doctor will return.
SLIM Hub and Loop Clinical Route Pangboche Centered Deployment
Snow Leopard International Medicine affirms that health- care failure in extreme environments is caused NOT by the lack of intent, but rather by absence.
Disciplined, repeated presence, restores trust, continuity, and outcomes where infrastructural alone cannot
where presence becomes medicine
- Raising funds and securing medical grants
- Collecting, sorting, and verifying supplies
- Organizing porter caravans to transport hundreds of kilograms of medicine and equipment up the trails
What to Expect at a MediLoop Stop
- Walk-in access for all residents
- Scheduled follow-up visits
- Direct referral and logistics support to Kathmandu hospitals when needed
A Glimpse into the Mission
| Phase | Days | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | 1–5 | Staging at base, sorting supplies, calibrating gear. |
| Outreach | 6–40 | Village visits, primary diagnoses, immediate treatment |
| Deep Clinic | 41–70 | Intensive care days and chronic condition management |
| The Return | 71–90 | Follow-up visits and prescription adjustments. |
| Referral/Reset | 91–100 | City referrals and transition to the next loop. |
What to Expect at a MediLoop™ Clinic
Walk-in access for all residents
Our mobile camps are walk-in friendly for all residents.
Scheduled follow-up visits
You are not just a number; you are part of a scheduled care plan with consistent follow-ups.
Direct referral and logistic support
If a condition requires advanced treatment, we provide the direct logistics and paperwork to get you to specialized care in Kathmandu.
The Kathmandu Engine Room (165 days)
Once the team completes their 200 days in the trails, they return to Kathmandu for the remaining 165 days of the year. This off-trail period is vital, as the team shifts their focus to the intensive planning and support work required to sustain the next mission.
Supply Logistics
Organizing porter caravans to transport hundreds of kilograms of medicine and equipment up the mountain trails
Verification
Collecting and sorting supplies to ensure they meet our strict clinical standards.
Sustainability
Securing the medical grants and donations required to keep the Loop moving year-round.
Get Involved: Three Ways to Help
Your contribution provides the vital resources and hands-on support required to sustain health in the high Himalayas.
International Donors
Support the mission from afar through cash donations or by shipping essential medical supplies.
Global Medical Volunteers
Join Dr. Shah on the trail to provide first aid and specialized clinical support in the field.
Local Nepali Volunteers
Gain professional field exposure and give back to your community through rural medical service.