Siriraj Faculty Abroad at FAPA 2024 in Korea

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Ms. Dhorn Amnuayphonwiwat, Pharm.D., a pharmacist from the Outpatient Pharmaceutical Care Unit, Outpatient Pharmacy Division, Pharmacy Department, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in the “FAPA 2024 Congress” in Seoul, Republic of Korea, between October 29th – November 2nd, 2024. She presented a poster titled “Efficacy and Safety of Sodium-glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors (SGLT2i) in Patient with Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction in Heart Failure Clinic Tertiary-care Hospital in Thailand by Multidisciplinary Care Team”. Pharmacist Amnuayphonwiwat aims to enhance patient care and gain insights to further develop her skills.

Under the theme “Next Generation Pharmacists in Asia: Pharmacists Integrated Role to Enhance Care and Pharmaceutical Sciences”, the FAPA 2024 Congress serves as a vital platform for Asian pharmacists to discuss rapidly evolving areas such as digital health, artificial intelligence, and precision medicine. The event aims to equip pharmacists with insights to adapt to future shifts in the pharmaceutical and healthcare landscape.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at FAPA2024 in Korea

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Ms. Pornchanok Monkaew, Pharm.D., Senior Professional Pharmacist from the Drug Information Service and Poison Control Center, Pharmacy Department, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in the “FAPA 2024” Congress held in Seoul, Republic of Korea, from October 29th – November 2nd, 2024. She presented an e-poster titled “Poisoning in the Elderly Consulted at Siriraj Poison Control Center, Thailand”.

Under the theme “Next Generation Pharmacists in Asia”, the FAPA 2024 Congress serves as a vital platform for Asian pharmacists to discuss rapidly evolving areas such as digital health, artificial intelligence, and precision medicine. The event aims to equip pharmacists with insights to adapt to future shifts in the pharmaceutical and healthcare landscape.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at “76th KSP 2024” & “8th AAPPS” in Korea

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Between October 31st and November 1st, 2024, Asst. Prof. Ruchira Ruangchira-urai, MD, from the Department of Pathology, participated in the “76th Annual Fall Meeting of the Korean Society of Pathologists” and the “8th Annual Conference of the Asia-Australasian Pulmonary Pathology Society (AAPPS)”, held in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

At the “AAPPS Session: Interesting Cases”, Asst. Prof. Ruangchira-urai delivered a lecture on the topic “Connective tissue disease-associated nonspecific interstitial pneumonia and rare complications following lung transplantation”.

Upon her return, the knowledge and experience gained will significantly benefit Siriraj Hospital in the following ways:

1. Knowledge Sharing
– Updates from her lectures and discussions will be shared with colleagues, residents, and students during teaching sessions, enhancing pathology training and education.

2. Improved Patient Care
– Insights into rare complications will strengthen diagnostic support, contributing to better patient outcomes.

3. Network Building
– As a councilor of the AAPPS since 2019, she has fostered collaborations for knowledge exchange. These efforts will be pivotal as AAPPS co-hosts its annual meeting with the 14th Asia Pacific International Academy of Pathology Congress in Thailand in 2025, reinforcing Siriraj Hospital’s international prominence.

Additionally, Asst. Prof. Ruangchira-urai’s presence at the conference was invaluable for advancing the diagnosis and management of myositis, with a focus on driving research and improving care for Thai patients.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the 10th IMCR Symposium on Endocrine and Metabolism in Japan

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Asst. Prof. Prapaporn Thamtarana, PhD, Head of the Cellular and Molecular Biology of Diabetes Research Group at the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence for Diabetes and Obesity (SiCORE-DO), Division of Molecular Medicine, Research Department, represented Siriraj at The 10th IMCR Symposium on Endocrine and Metabolism – From Cell to Organism: Interdisciplinary Biological and Metabolic Science held in Gunma, Japan, from October 31st – November 1st, 2024.

In this event, Asst. Prof. Thamtarana delivered a special lecture on the topic “Lessons Learned from Unveiling Causative Genes of Autosomal Dominant Diabetes Using Whole Exome Sequencing.” Her participation in this prestigious symposium not only highlighted Siriraj’s research capabilities but also fostered opportunities to expand the international research network, benefiting Siriraj Hospital’s academic and clinical initiatives.

SISCO 2025

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The Siriraj International Sleep Surgery Workshop & Conference (SISCO) is back, focusing on Advancement in OSA Management! Dive deep into Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation and discover the latest strategies to improve outcomes for OSA patients.
Event Highlights: 📅 Fresh Cadaveric Workshop – Hands-on training!
📍 January 8, 2025
Location: Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
Note: Hands-on spots are fully booked, but observer seats are still open!
📅 Conference
📍 January 9-10, 2025
Location: The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
Featured Topics: 🔹 What’s New in Upper Airway Evaluation
🔹 Combining Anatomical & Physiological Phenotypes
🔹 Selecting the Right Surgical Candidates
🔹 Multilevel Surgery in OSA Management
🔹 Pediatric & Nasal Treatment in OSA
🔹 Outcome Evaluation of OSA Treatments
✨ Special Speakers:
👨‍⚕️ Prof. B. Tucker Woodson (Medical College of Wisconsin, USA)
👨‍⚕️ Prof. Stuart Mackay (University of Wollongong, Australia)
🕒 Early Bird Registration ends on November 16, 2024! Don’t miss your chance to secure a spot and benefit from early registration.
🔗 For more details and to register, visit www.sisco2025.com

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “10th ISPAH Congress 2024” in France

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Ms. Wisavaporn Niamsang, a Prosthetist & Orthotist, Research Assistant, and Ph.D. candidate in Prosthetics and Orthotics at the Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics (SSPO), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in the “10th International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) Congress 2024″, held at The Palais des Congrès de Paris, France, from October 28th – 31st, 2024. She delivered an oral presentation titled “Analysis of Monitoring Physical Activity in Prosthesis Users and Able-Bodied Individuals in the US and Thailand” during the session on “Physical Activity and Disabilities”.

The congress, hosted by the French Society of Public Health (SFSP) and co-sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO), brought together researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers to address inequalities in access to and participation in physical activity. It focused on fostering collaboration at global, national, and local levels to create sustainable changes in systems, environments, and opportunities that support physical activity for all.

Ms. Wisavaporn highlighted the following benefits for Siriraj Hospital stemming from her participation:

1. Knowledge Exchange: She engaged in discussions with researchers worldwide on topics such as physical fitness and innovative approaches to physical activity, gaining valuable perspectives from diverse disciplines.

2. Promotion of Prosthetics and Orthotics: Through her interactions, she raised awareness about prosthetics and orthotics, ensuring greater understanding and accessibility among attendees.

3. Collaborative Opportunities: She established connections with researchers for potential future collaborations in prosthetics, orthotics, and physical activity research.

4. Observations of Global Advancements: She explored international advancements in physical activity, which could inspire innovative practices at Siriraj Hospital.

Ms. Wisavaporn expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to attend the ISPAH Congress, emphasizing her commitment to applying the knowledge gained across clinical, educational, and research endeavors at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

Transoral Thyroidectomy 2024 Workshop: Shaping the Future of Thyroid Surgery

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On October 31st, 2024, the Departments of Otorhinolaryngology, Anatomy, and Obstetrics and Gynecology, in partnership with Police General Hospital (PGH), hosted the Transoral Thyroidectomy Workshop. Held at the Thai-German Multidisciplinary Endoscopic Training Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, the event brought participants together to explore the latest innovations in transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy via video-assisted techniques (TOETVA). The workshop aimed to equip surgeons with cutting-edge techniques for performing scar-free, minimally invasive thyroid surgery.

Opening remarks were delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Napakorn Sangchay, Chair of the Department of Anatomy; Asst. Prof. Paiboon Sureepong, 1st Deputy Chair of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology; and course director Pol. Maj. Col. Angkoon Anuwong, M.D., setting an inspiring tone for a day of transformative learning.

The program offered a blend of clinical anatomy lectures, hands-on training, and live surgery demonstrations led by renowned experts including Dr. Thanaporn Rungruang (Siriraj Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Angkoon Anuwong (Police General Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Paveena Pithuksurachai (Siriraj Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Prachya Maneeprasopchoke (Siriraj Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Tay Hin Ngan (Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, Singapore), Dr. Nor Azham Hakim Darail (Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia), and Dr. Athiwut Borvornwattanavanich (Charoenkrung Pracharak Hospital, Thailand).

Gathering professionals from Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Singapore, the workshop promoted regional collaboration and strengthened best practices in thyroid surgery, marking a new era for transoral techniques.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at University of Parma, Italy

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From October 16th – 31st, 2024, a team from the Division of Medical Bioinformatics, Department of Research, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, led an intensive training workshop titled “Nanopore Sequencing Workshop: Lactic Acid Bacterial Genome Sequencing and Bioinformatics” at the University of Parma, Italy. Conducted by Lecturer Thidathip Wongsurawat, Ph.D., Lecturer Piroon Jenjaroenpun, Ph.D., Lecturer Worarat Kruasuwan, Ph.D., and Research Technical Officer Ms. Aunthikarn Sudjai, the workshop paved the way for collaboration between the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, and the University of Parma, culminating in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing.

Building on this collaboration, the Siriraj team was invited as instructors for the MYCOBEANS project workshop, “Exploring (Emerging) Mycotoxins Risk in Beans: A Global Alliance for Climate Change Resilience,” held from October 28th – 29th, 2024. This workshop gathered over 50 participants from various European countries, covering topics such as:

“Introduction to Oxford Nanopore Technologies & Its Applications” by Lecturer Thidathip Wongsurawat, Ph.D.

“Introduction to MinKNOW” by Lecturer Piroon Jenjaroenpun, Ph.D.

“Overview of the Bioinformatics Pipeline for Nanopore Data Analysis” and “EPI2ME – Real-time Data Analysis Q&A with Participants’ Projects” by Lecturer Piroon Jenjaroenpun, Ph.D., and the Siriraj Long-read Lab (Si-LoL) team

“ONT Flow Cell Priming and Loading” and “Library Preparation” by Lecturer Worarat Kruasuwan, Ph.D., and the Si-LoL team

During this event, Lecturer Thidathip Wongsurawat, Ph.D., and the Si-LoL team presented the signed MOU from the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, to the University of Parma. They also engaged with principal investigators across various faculties, exploring future international funding and research collaborations, further strengthening ties between the two institutions.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “ICDNM 2024” in Australia

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Assistant Professor Chalermchai Mitrpant, M.D., Ph.D., from the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, represented Siriraj at the “18th International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases (ICNMD) 2024” held between October 25th – 30th, 2024, in Perth, Australia. Asst. Prof. Mitrpant presented a poster titled, “Assessing Toxicity of Splice-Switching Antisense Oligonucleotides on Different Backbone Chemistries Using Zebrafish Larvae”. His visit also aimed to strengthen research collaborations with Siriraj’s partners in Perth, exploring new research agreements.

The International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases is organized on behalf of the Specialty Group on Neuromuscular Diseases (NMD) of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). The aim of the ICNMD Congresses is to offer attendees an updated view on neuromuscular disorders and networking opportunities to increase their international experience and collaborations. The scientific and program committees are invited from all continents around the world to enable this wide spectrum.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “18th ICNMD 2024” in Australia

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Doctor Pannathat Soontrapa, M.D., a clinical educator of the Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the “18th International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases (ICNMD) 2024″ from October 25th – 29th, 2024, in Perth, Australia. Dr. Soontrapa chaired an oral presentation session and delivered an oral presentation titled “Distinctive Clinical Features in Biopsy-Confirmed Nerve Large-Arteriole Vasculitis and Nerve Microvasculitis Cases”, emphasizing clinical insights that can enhance diagnostic precision. He also aimed to foster collaborations with international institutions and improve patient care at Siriraj Hospital.

The ICNMD International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases is organized on behalf of the Specialty Group on Neuromuscular Diseases (NMD) of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). Since 2014, the Congress has taken place in a two-year cycle. The ICNMD Congresses aim to offer attendees an updated view on neuromuscular disorders and networking opportunities to increase their international experience and collaborations. The scientific and program committees are invited from all continents around the world to enable this wide spectrum.