Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the WCA2024 in Singapore

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Between March 3rd – 7th, 2024, Dr. Varit Rangsaritwutikul, an Anesthesiologist from the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the 18th World Congress of Anesthesiologists (WCA2024) in Singapore and delivered an E-Lecture presentation on the topic “The efficacy of risperidone in reducing postoperative delirium in vascular patients” which was awarded the 2nd prize for best abstract presentation.!

About the Congress: With representation from more than 130 countries, the WCA is the only international congress that offers a comprehensive program that addresses anaesthesiology globally. Additionally, WCA provides training and education opportunities that drive conversations, deepen collaboration, and accelerate the promotion of science, networking, and knowledge sharing across the spectrum of anaesthesiology.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the 96th Annual Meeting of Japanese Gastric Cancer Association

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From February 28th – March 1st, Assoc. Prof. Thammawat Parakonthun, M.D., a Lecturer from the Minimally Invasive Surgery Unit in the Division of General Surgery at the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered an oral presentation at the 96th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Gastric Cancer Association in Kyoto, Japan. His presentation, titled “Higher Compliance with ERAS Protocol Improves Recovery and Mortality in Esophageal-Gastric Surgery,” highlighted the benefits of adhering to the ERAS protocol in upper gastrointestinal surgery. Assoc. Prof. Parakonthun’s participation underscores Siriraj Hospital’s commitment to enhancing surgical outcomes through advanced protocols and international collaboration.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at OTTAWA2024 in Australia

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Assoc. Prof. Chantacha Sitticharoon, M.D., Ph.D., Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Education and Vice-Chairman of the Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘Ottawa 2024’, a conference on the assessment of competence in medicine and healthcare profession, in Melbourne, Australia, held between February 24th – 28th, 2024, and presented an oral presentation entitled “Impact of the Admission Systems on Academic Performance, Students behaviors, and Student Perspectives in a Doctor of Medicine Program”.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at OTTAWA2024 in Australia

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Ms. Varanya Srisomsak, a research technical officer of the Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘Ottawa 2024’, a conference on the assessment of competence in medicine and healthcare profession, in Melbourne, Australia, between February 24th – 28th, 2024, and presented an e-Poster presentation entitled “Evaluation of multiple-choice question exam analysis of preclinical subjects”.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at OTTAWA2024 in Australia

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Ms. Issarawan Keadkraichaiwat, a research technical officer of the Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘Ottawa 2024’, a conference on the assessment of competence in medicine and healthcare profession, in Melbourne, Australia, between February 24th – 28th, 2024, and presented an e-Poster presentation entitled “Learning Behaviours and Academic Performance of First-Year Medical Students Based on Course-Learning Outcomes and Non-Grading Evaluation”.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at ‘OTTAWA 2024’ in Australia

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During February 24th – 28th, 2024, Lecturer Korakrit Imwattana, M.D., from the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘Ottawa 2024’, a conference on the assessment of competence in medicine and healthcare profession, in Melbourne, Australia and presented a research poster titled “Using online quizzes to evaluate knowledge outcomes in Medical Microbiology / In-house exam stem generator to assist with test item creation“. The aim of Lect. Imwattana‘s participation was to deepen his understanding in the concept and implementation of the Programmatic Assessment for undergraduate education.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the APAO 2024 in Indonesia

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During February 22nd – 25th, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Nuttawut Rodanant, M.D., Chief of the Division of Retina, Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, was invited as a guest speaker to deliver a special lecture on the topic “Subretinal and Suprachoidal Air” at “The 39th Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) 2024 Congress”, held in conjunction with the 49th PERDAMI (the Indonesian Ophthalmologists Association (IOA) Annual Meeting) at Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center, Republic of Indonesia.

Themed “Beyond All Limits”, the APAO 2024 Congress will bring together ophthalmologists from around the world, and it is expected to feature about 800 internationally recognized speakers presenting their latest work and scientific innovations in the major ophthalmic subspecialties. An attendance figure of around 5,000 delegates.

Special Seminar Alert! Targeting Aberrant Cyclic AMP Signalling in Disease: Compartmentalisation is the Key

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📝 Topic: “Targeting Aberrant Cyclic AMP Signalling in Disease: Compartmentalisation is the Key”
🎙️ Speaker: Professor George S. Baillie, Professor of Molecular Pharmacology School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, UK
📅 Date: March 6th, 2024
🕙 Time: 12.00-13.00 hrs.
📍 Venue: Avenue Room 101, 1st Floor, SiMR Building, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital
🔗 Registration: https://forms.gle/2wBtbDVFt4YxEL7B6 (or QR code)
📞 For more information, contact: 02-419-2814
Join us for an enlightening session and expand your knowledge in the field of molecular pharmacology! #Seminar #MolecularPharmacology #MedicalResearch #UniversityOfGlasgow #SirirajHospital #Siriraj

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the EAHAD 2024 in Germany

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On February 6th – 9th, 2024, Asst. Prof. Ratcharin Kongkasuwan, M.D., from the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘The 17th European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders Congress (EAHAD 2024)’ in Frankfurt, Germany, and delivered a research poster presentation on the topic “Abstract Presentation: Validity and reliability of Thai version of the Paediatric Haemophilia Activities List (PedHAL).” Asst. Prof. Kongkasuwan aimed to contribute to the enhancement of hemophilia clinic services and resident education, while also establishing connections for future research endeavors.

The European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD) is a multi-disciplinary association of healthcare professionals who provide care for individuals with haemophilia and other bleeding disorders. Its members include haematologists, internists, pediatricians, nurses, physiotherapists, laboratory scientists and researchers from across Europe. Since its establishment in 2007, EAHAD has worked to improve the situation of people living with haemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at “ICONAN 2024” in Spain

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Lecturer Primana Punnakitikashem, Ph.D., of the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered a research presentation on the topic “The development of multifunctional lipid nanocomposites in reprogramming M2 macrophage polarization and inducing apoptosis for an enhancement in anticancer effects” at the “5th International Conference On Nanomedicine And Nanobiotechnology – ICONAN 2024″ between January 15th – 17th, 2024, in Barcelona, Spain.

Attending this prestigious conference was an invaluable opportunity for Dr. Punnakitikashem to delve into the latest scientific advancements and emerging trends in nanomedicine. Engaging with esteemed professors and experts from around the globe has enriched her understanding of this cutting-edge field. Moreover, this conference served as a platform to foster connections and collaborations between the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital and international institutions. These collaborations are vital in advancing research and innovation, particularly in the fields of nanotechnology and nanomedicine.

Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology have tremendous potential for tomorrow’s patient care in a broad variety of disease management, and numerous theoretical concepts are currently translated into preclinical and clinical studies. The fifth edition of the ICONAN conference brings together high-profile plenary speakers and world-class researchers who have successfully developed and translated nanomedicines over the last decades, offering a vibrant platform for oral and poster presentations, sponsor exhibits, and networking.