The first two editions of the book "PGMEE in a Nutshell" received an overwhelming response from readers across Nepal. The inboxes, Viber community, and Facebook page were filled with heartwarming messages about the book especially after the common entrance examination results. Countless doctors reached out themselves to share their stories of courage, hard work, determination and how PGMEE in a Nutshell carved a pathway for them to excel in the postgraduate entrance exam. Many wrote about how the book not only helped them crack one of the toughest examinations of their careers but also inspired them as well as instilled confidence and clarity in their preparation. For me, each of these messages was a reminder that education, combined with relentless hard work and determination, has the power to change lives.
PGMEE in a Nutshell did more than serve as a book. It quickly became a movement. Within a few months of its release, it was out of stock, gained best selling status and despite a reprint, demand only continued to grow. It is both humbling and inspiring to know that this book has revolutionized postgraduate entrance exam preparation in such a short span of time. For that, I owe heartfelt thanks to the medical community of Nepal-to every doctor who trusted, supported, and recommended this work.
This is more than just a book to me. Beyond examinations and rankings the book represents a shared journey-a journey of perseverance, self-belief and growth of doctors all over the nation. Every page reflects not only accumulated knowledge and my expertise but also the collective aspirations of young doctors striving to serve with competence and compassion. Medicine demands lifelong learning, humility, and resilience exactly what the postgraduate exam preparation success requires. With the vision and seriousness of this exam in mind, this book is a concrete testament that disciplined effort, guided direction, and unwavering determination can transform challenges into milestones. Finally, I wish the very best to all the hardworking doctors all over Nepal and beyond who dream, strive, and persevere-those who inspire me every day. Your success stories are the true measure of this book's worth. Every copy of the book will continue to be a stepping stone toward your goals and a reminder that with relentless hard work, success is always within reach. As I said during the release of the book almost two years back, the greatest achievement for me is not writing this book but having the book by your side, witnessing every bit of your success. And with PGMEE in a Nutshell becoming an inevitable part of the MEC CEE MD/MS PG Entrance Examination in Nepal, its role in transforming the preparation of MD/MS aspirant doctors is already evident, leaving a mark on every aspirant who dares to dream, strive, and succeed.
Dr. Aryan, also known as Anish Dhakal is a medical doctor, writer, philosopher, content creator, freelancer, life coach and motivational expert. He has completed his higher secondary education at St. Xavier's College, Kathmandu, Nepal. He did his MBBS from one of the most reputed medical school in Nepal- Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS) and is currently pursuing MD Radiodiagnosis at the very reputed Kathmandu University School of Medicine (KUSMS). He regularly writes on many websites and magazines. Currently, the author's top niche includes success, self-improvement, personal transformation, work ethic, self-help, studying habits, human psychology, and the medical field. He has created countless free booklets in all subjects ranging from biostatistics, epidemiology, histology, pathology, basic and clinical sciences for medical students which are available all around the web including on Slideshare as Dr. Aryan (Anish Dhakal) for download. If you are somewhat related to the medical field, his content is something you cannot afford to miss. He is also the author of the medical book NMCLE in a Nutshell and editor of Stepping Out of NMCLE. Dr. Aryan is also the author of the bestselling book PGMEE in a Nutshell and editor of PGMEE Easy Entry. He has also worked as a self-employed freelancer on many projects. Dr. Aryan is constantly striving to make the world a better place every single day and urges all his admirers to do the same.