Dear Members, Colleagues, Partners, and Supporters,

We sincerely acknowledge and deeply value the continued support of our diverse stakeholders, whose contributions are central to our growth and success. Our gratitude extends to our founder members, life members, general members and our corporate members. Their longstanding commitment continues to strengthen our foundation and ensure the sustainability of our initiatives. We highly appreciate the collective efforts of industry partners and sponsors of key scientific events, who share our vision. We also sincerely appreciate International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine, Asia-Pacific Federation for Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Medicine, Academy of Clinical Biochemists of India, and other international organization, as we collectively advance scientific excellence, education, innovation, and quality in laboratory medicine for improved patient care. Through these partnerships, we aim to further expand opportunities for education, training, research collaboration, and international representation for our members in the near future.

Over the coming years, my foremost goal is to build a more inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic association where every member feels valued and heard. Our association must be a platform that encourages participation, nurtures leadership, and fosters mutual respect among all the members. For too long, many professional activities have remained concentrated in Kathmandu or few major cities of Nepal. We will therefore work actively to strengthen our provincial networks and empower regional committees, ensuring that members across all seven provinces have equal opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and leadership. By doing so, we can contribute to raising diagnostic standards nationwide and improving healthcare outcomes for all citizens.

We will also explore opportunities to collaborate with government bodies to generate valuable evidence for health policy. We will work to position NACC as a trusted partner and technical advisor in national health policy, diagnostics, and quality initiatives.

Equally important is our responsibility to advocate for the rights and professional recognition of clinical biochemist. We will engage constructively with policymakers, regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and healthcare organizations to promote fair career opportunities, safe working environments, professional development pathways, and the recognition that our profession rightfully deserves.

The future of our association will not be shaped by any single individual. It will be built through the collective efforts, wisdom, and dedication of all our members. I invite each of you to actively participate in this journey, share your ideas, and work alongside us as we strive to elevate our profession and strengthen the contribution of clinical biochemistry to healthcare in Nepal.

Together, we can build an association that is stronger, more inclusive, and better positioned to serve both our members and the nation. Thank you for your trust, support, and commitment.

With warm regards,
Prof. Prabodh Risal, PhD
Nepal Association for Clinical Chemistry (NACC)