Sign of Love for Nepal- Iwa
In recognition of the highly distinguished contribution in missionary works as a doctor in Nepal for decades, Dr. Noboru Iwamura, former chairman of International Human Resources Institute Network has received many awards and honors.
In 1962, he came to Nepal as a doctor through Japan Overseas Christian Medical Cooperative Service. Since then, for 18 years he continued to render service to patients suffering from various diseases going from village to village. In the mountains of Nepal, the most common ailment he encountered was tuberculosis and leprosy. Concerned by the large number of patients suffering from these diseases in particular, he devised other ways to control these diseases by teaching the people how to improve public health and implementing immunization campaigns in the villages.
Besides, he also contributed in educating doctors, nurses and paramedical personnel for effective healthcare delivery in Nepal. These dedicated missionary activities that Dr. Iwamura carried out over the years have also contributed enormously in deepening the mutual understanding and friendly relations between Japan and Nepal.
Apart from this, his selfless service took him to far away places in Asia, Africa and Latin America. His work laid the foundation to bring together the leaders of Asian communities and he was conferred the 'Magsaysay Award' in 1993 for international understanding.
Dr. Iwamura Memorial Hospital and Research Center
Dr. Iwamura Memorial Hospital was established in December 2001 in Bhaktapur, in memory of Dr. Noboru Iwamura. To continue his unfulfilled duties towards the Nepali community, Ms. Purnima Gurung, colleagues from Nepal, India and Japan have founded this memorial hospital. Established under the financial assistance from the Rotary International District 2640 and 2680 Japan, the hospital provides 24 hours out patient services, emergency services, as well as general medical and surgical services especially on cardiology, nephrology, gastrology and neurology. This hospital needs you.
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