We are excited to announce the outstanding results of the Educational Unit English Performance. The activity focused on evaluating English proficiency in all 28 departments and schools within the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

After evaluation of English language capabilities, we are proud to announce the following outstanding achievements:

Outstanding English Performance:

🏆 Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics

Excellent English Performance:

✨ Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine

Notable English Performance:

🌐 Recognizing remarkable English proficiency in the following departments:

  • Department of Immunology 
  • Department of Pharmacology 
  • Department of Dermatology 
  • Department of Surgery 
  • Department of Otorhinolaryngology 
We are dedicated to promoting strong English language skills among our staff, which is crucial for achieving internationalization in educational service.
Congratulations to all the departments for their remarkable accomplishments in English proficiency and we look forward to their continued excellence and creativity in this aspect of education.

On October 12th, 2023, the “Siriraj International Residency & Fellow Exchange Program Committee” led by Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, M.D., Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; Assoc. Prof. Thawornchai Limjindaporn, M.D., Ph.D., Deputy Dean of Postgraduate Education; Assoc. Prof. Tripop Lertbunnaphong, M.D., Deputy Dean of Undergraduate Education; and Asst. Prof. Kanokwaroon Watananirun, M.D., Assistant Dean for International Relations; conducted an English interview for the “Siriraj International Residency & Fellow Exchange Program 2024 (1st-round pick)” to Siriraj’s fellow/resident candidates from each department as follows:

 

Department of Ophthalmology: Dr.Chavin Thetisaksakal (3rd-Year Resident), Dr.Chayanit Junsangsri, and Dr.Rawi Jongpipatchai (both 3th-Year Resident);

Department of Dermatology: Dr.Yutarat Suwanchatkul and Dr.Nuntouchaporn Amonchaisakda (both 4th-year Residents);

Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology: Dr.Pattrinee Boonyapisomparn (2nd-Year Fellow);

Department of Surgery: Dr.Techin Wasinsangworn (5th-Year Resident);

Department of Medicine: Dr.Piyaporn Chokevittaya and Dr.Irin Vichara-Anont (both 2nd-Year Fellows).

 

Furthermore, the Committee also conducted a reviewing session for the “on-line” reflection report of “Siriraj International Residency & Fellow Exchange Program 2023 (2nd-round pick)” presented by the former successful candidates as follows:

 

1.) 2nd-Year Fellow: Dr. Thanachit Krikeerati from the Department of Medicine, on his training experience at the Gentofte Hospital (Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte), Denmark, from March 1st – 31st, 2023.

2.) 3rd-Year Resident: Dr.Lertluksana Limkul from the Department of Pediatrics, on her training experience at University of California (UCLA), USA, from March 1st – 31st, 2023.

3.) 3rd-Year Resident: Dr.Natthakarn Nakrungsri from the Department of Pediatrics, on her training experience at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital, USA, from March 1st – 31st, 2023.

4.) 3rd-Year Resident: Dr.Patpetra Svasdisant from the Department of Pediatrics, on her training experience at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), USA, from April 1st – 30th, 2023.

On October 9th, 2023, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, along with Siriraj administrative members and distinguished guests from  Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU), Germany led Prof. Wolfgang Böcker; Dr. Georg Hartung, from Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hospital; Prof. Peter Augat, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Murnau; and Prof. Christian von Rüden, Kliniken Nordoberpfalz AG Weiden Medical Center, presided over the “Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony” between Siriraj and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hospital, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Murnau, and Kliniken Nordoberpfalz AG Weiden Medical Center. This MOU aims to support and promote academic and research cooperation among these parties.

 

During September 18th-22nd, 2023, Prof. Roja Rahimi, the Dean of the School of Persian Medicine at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) in Iran, specializing in Traditional Pharmacy, served as a visiting scholar at the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

On this occasion, Prof. Rahimi and Dr. Arman Zarearan from the School of Persian Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences also visited and discussed at Applied Thai Traditional Medicine Clinic and Mahidol University Salaya Campus, Nakhon Pathom.

Congratulations to all the qualified candidates for the Elective Program 2024 (Academic Year 2023).
 
If you have been selected and have been granted a scholarship from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, you can find the funding budget details on the board in front of the IR Office on the 3rd Floor of Jainadnarendhranusorn Building (Building No. 59). For more information, please contact the International Relations Office at (02) 419-9465 ext. 105 and 110. #siriraj #irsiriraj #sirirajstudentexchange #sirirajstudentelective #sirirajstudentexchangeprogram

On August 31st, 2023, the committee of Siriraj Medical Students Exchange Program 2023 (academic year 2023), including Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; Asst. Prof. Kanokwaroon Watananirun, Assistant Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; and Assoc. Prof. Vorapan Sirivatanauksorn, Chair of the Department of Biochemistry, convened for the final round of English interviews. They aimed to identify the most qualified 2nd-year Siriraj medical student for the 2024 research elective program.

As we conclude the last day of English interviews for the Student Exchange Program 2024, the committee faces an arduous task. Each candidate has demonstrated exceptional abilities, making the selection of the most qualified student a challenging endeavor. The announcement of the results is forthcoming.

On August 29th, 2023, Mr.Khemmawit Siriwong and Mr.Korapat Arukvichanan, the President and Vice-President of Siriraj Medical Student Union (SMSU), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, welcomed the representatives of the Student Executive Board (BEM KM) of the Faculty of Medicine at Airlangga University (UNAIR), Indonesia (consists of sixteen undergraduate medical students), on the student visiting program named “Study Tour and Comparative Lessons Regarding Campus Activities (SCLERA)”, to expand the institutional networking, improve student’s insight, knowledge, and a new environment of students in other universities globally. The discussion between the two parties focused on Research Activities, International Delegations, and International Academic competitions.

On August 29th, 2023, the committee of Siriraj Medical Students Exchange Program 2023 (academic year 2023): Asst. Prof. Kanokwaroon Watananirun, Assistant Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; Asst. Prof. Wichit Suthammarakand, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs; Asst. Prof. Ekkapoj Korwutthikulrangsri, Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Education; and Assoc. Prof. Vorapan Sirivatanauksorn, Chair of the Department of Biochemistry, conducted English interviews to select the most qualified sixth-year Siriraj medical students for the 2024 clinical elective program. This year, 34 students are applying.

🌍 Expand Your Horizons in Healthcare! 🏥
Join us on an exciting journey of self-discovery and growth with the Siriraj International Residents & Fellows Exchange Program 2024! This program is exclusively for Siriraj’s residents and fellows. We invite you to expand your horizons, build meaningful relationships, and enhance your medical expertise on a global scale.
🌐 Discover new perspectives and best practices in healthcare worldwide, enhancing your skills and knowledge. To learn more and seize this chance.
Contact Us
Khun Yanisa and Khun Yuwadee (program coordinators)
02-419-9465-6 ext. 105 or 108
siiro@mahidol.ac.th or irsiriraj@gmail.com
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare – the world awaits your expertise! 🌟