Siriraj’s 4th-year medical student: Ms. Pongpatchara Lumlertluksanachai
Location: Department of Neonatology, Department of Ophthalmology, National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore
Period: February 24th – March 21st, 2025
Siriraj’s 4th-year medical student: Ms. Preeyanan Chainarongloka
Location: Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Respirology, Yamaguchi University, Japan
Period: February 17th – March 14th, 2025
Welcome Jiahe Wu and Yuyang Yuan, medical students from Zhejiang University, to undertake an elective study at the Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine from February 17th – February 28th, 2025, and the Division of Respiratory Disease and Tuberculosis, Department of Medicine from March 3rd – March 14th, 2025.
About the Keio Medical Science Prize
The Keio Medical Science Prize is the only award of its kind granted by a Japanese university and is globally recognized for its impact. Notably, twelve previous laureates of the prize have gone on to receive the Nobel Prize, further highlighting its significance in the scientific community.
Prize Details
- Two laureates are awarded each year.
- Each laureate receives a certificate of merit, a medal, and a monetary prize of 10 million yen.
Nomination Criteria
- Nominees must have made a breakthrough in medicine, life sciences, or a related field.
- Nominees must have made an outstanding contribution to basic and clinical medicine.
- The prize is open to researchers of any nationality.
- Nominees must be currently active in their research field and expected to make further contributions.
Nomination Process
- Each individual can submit only one nomination, while institutions and organizations may submit multiple nominations (limited to one per research theme).
- Nominations must be submitted via the Online Nomination Form: https://www.ms-fund.keio.ac.jp/entry-e.html
- Required nomination materials include:
- A list of 5 major publications (including DOI)
- The nominee’s curriculum vitae (including date created)
- The nominee’s bibliography
Important Deadlines
- The nomination deadline is March 2, 2025 (JST).
- Final decisions will be announced at the end of September 2025.
For more details, please visit the Keio Medical Science Prize website: https://www.ms-fund.keio.ac.jp/en/prize/
We encourage our esteemed researchers at Siriraj to take this opportunity to nominate distinguished candidates whose groundbreaking work continues to shape the future of medicine and life sciences.
The Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, successfully organized the 4th International PoCUS 2025 Bangkok Workshop from February 13th – 15th, 2025, at Salil Riverside Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand. The event brought together renowned PoCUS specialists, including Prof. Vincent Chan, Prof. André Denault, Assoc. Prof. Oliver Panzer, Assoc. Prof. Nibras Bughrara, Dr. Lars Knudsen, and Dr. Ashokka Balakrishnan, alongside Siriraj’s expert anesthesiologists, such as Assoc. Prof. Suwimon Tangwiwat, Dr. Suthaporn Lumlertkul, Dr. Chalermchai Taesiri, Asst. Prof. Vithaya Chaithirapha, Dr. Monprawee Amprai, Asst. Prof. Aphichaya Mansomboon, and Assoc. Prof. Annop Piriyapatsom.
The workshop featured a comprehensive curriculum, including hands-on training in airway management, cardiac ultrasound, and FAST scan techniques; critical discussions on PoCUS applications in cardiac arrest, PDA, and the use of vasopressors and inotropes; as well as simulation labs presenting realistic pathological cases.
Participants gained valuable knowledge on the indications, technical skills, and clinical applications of point-of-care ultrasound. The workshop also covered the scope of diagnostic PoCUS relevant to perioperative anesthesiologists, focusing on cardiac, lung, and gastric ultrasound, deep vein thrombosis detection, and ultrasound-guided nerve blocks and vascular access.
With the rapid expansion of ultrasound applications across various clinical settings, PoCUS has become an essential tool in anesthesia. It is utilized at the bedside to guide procedures such as nerve blocks and vascular access or to provide diagnostic insights. The American Society of Anesthesiologists has endorsed PoCUS use among trained clinicians, reinforcing its growing role in modern anesthetic practice.
On February 14th, 2025, the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, led by Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean; Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean of Research and Innovation; Assoc. Prof. Thawornchai Limjindaporn, Deputy Dean of Postgraduate Education; Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; and Asst. Prof. Kamol Udol, Chair of the Department of Preventive & Social Medicine, welcomed a distinguished delegation from the College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan, on a visit and discussion on potential collaborations in medical research and education.
The NCKU delegation included Prof. Li-Wha Wu, Chairman of the Institute of Molecular Medicine; Prof. Fan-E Mo, Director of the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy; Prof. Hsiu-Ling Chen, Director of the Department of Food Safety, Hygiene, and Risk Management; Prof. Pei Chen Lee, Director of the Department of Public Health; Associate Prof. Pei-Yun Lee, Department of Physical Therapy; Ms. Areeya Prasertsang, PhD student in the Department of Nursing; Prof. Dr. Waranun Buajeeb, Director of the NCKU Overseas Hub in Thailand; Dr. Binit Shrestha, Commissioner; Asst. Prof. Dulyapong Rungraungrayabkul, Commissioner; and Ms. Kranravee Keawsuk, Assistant Secretary.
During the visit, the delegation toured key research facilities at the Siriraj Medical Research Building, including Siriraj Genomics, the Medical Bioinformatics Lab, and the Molecular Medicine Research Center.
On February 14th, 2025, The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, and UCLA hosted the Siriraj-UCLA Infectious Diseases Conference. The session featured case presentations by Dr. Wacharaphon and Dr. Chayanin, 2nd-year Fellows on “Skin mucormycosis” and Assoc. Clin. Prof. Christopher N. Tymchuk from UCLA on a vector-borne infection. The conference fostered discussions on diagnostic and treatment strategies, strengthening medical collaboration between the institutions.
On February 10th, 2025, the Pharmacy Department, Siriraj Hospital welcomed Dr. Yuh Lih (Charlie) Chang, President-elect of the Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA) and President of the Taiwan Society of Health System Pharmacists (TSHP), during his visit to explore advancements in pharmaceutical practice. He was accompanied by Assoc. Prof. Surasit Natheesuwan, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University, and Ms. Mayuree Ongcharoen, Director of the Hospital Pharmacy Association (Thailand). Ms. Premjit Sutthipoom, Head of Siriraj Hospital’s Pharmacy Department, along with her team, hosted the visit.
The delegation toured key pharmacy facilities and engaged in discussions on clinical pharmacy services, personalized pediatric medication preparation, and automated outpatient dispensing systems. As a leading pharmaceutical institution in Thailand and the region, Siriraj Hospital showcased its advanced practices and innovative approaches to medication management. This exchange strengthens professional collaboration across Asia and underscores Siriraj Hospital’s commitment to excellence in pharmaceutical care and education.
Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communications and International Relations, along with Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pongsakorn Tantilipikorn, Dr. Nathachit Limjunyawong, Dr. Dichapong Kanjanawasee, and the research team, welcomed Assoc. Prof. Matthew G. Drake from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), USA, an expert in Asthma, Eosinophils, Chronic Cough, and Neuro-Immune Interactions.
He will serve as Siriraj International Visiting Scholars at the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence in Allergy & Immunology (SICORE-Allergy & Immunology) from February 10th –21st, 2025.
Dr. Thanatporn Vongviriyangkoon, a fourth-year otolaryngology resident from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, is currently attending a “Visiting Physician Program” at the Department of Otology and Lateral Skull Base Surgery, The House Institute, Los Angeles, USA. This program is scheduled from February 3rd – 28th, 2025.
