Siriraj Team Shares Insights from AMEE 2024 in Basel

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On October 11th, 2024, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University held a hybrid meeting to discuss key updates from the AMEE 2024 conference in Basel, Switzerland. The conference, renowned for advancing medical education, sparked valuable insights for future innovations in teaching at Siriraj.

The presentations focused on the latest trends in medical education and innovation, with a strong emphasis on integrating AI into learning. The team explored how these advancements could be adapted to improve teaching methodologies at Siriraj Medical School, ensuring that the institution stays at the forefront of medical education in Thailand and globally.

Siriraj Hosted the 10th ASEAN Conference on Frailty and Sarcopenia (ACFS) 2024

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On October 10th, 2024, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, M.D., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, presided over the “10th ASEAN Conference on Frailty and Sarcopenia (ACFS) 2024″. The opening ceremony was attended by distinguished guests from both Thailand and abroad, including representatives from the Asian Working Group on Sarcopenia (AWGS); representatives from WHO–SEARO; the Director of the Institute of Geriatric Medicine, DMS, MOPH, Thailand; the Director of the Medical Service Department Bangkok Metropolitan Administration; the President of the Thai Society of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine; and international experts in geriatric medicine from various countries.

This international conference occurred for the first time in Thailand and was organized by the Siriraj Academic Center of Geriatric Medicine (SiACG), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. It attracted participants from 17 countries across Asia, Australia, and the Americas, with a total of 350 attendees. The conference was held under the theme “Make it Possible to Reverse Frailty and Sarcopenia Toward Healthy Aging”.

The scientific program featured more than 27 sessions covering advancements and knowledge exchange in geriatric care, particularly in Frailty and Sarcopenia. Highlights included discussions with WHO–SEARO representatives on “Integrated Care for Older People” and “Self-care Towards Sarcopenia Prevention”, as well as an international expert panel on the topic “Update AWGS Guidelines for Sarcopenia in 2024”.

The conference also provided an opportunity for academics and researchers interested in Frailty and Sarcopenia to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentations. Over 130 submissions were received from both Thai and international participants.

For those interested in attending, the conference will continue on October 11th, 2024, and registration is available onsite at the Asia Hotel, Bangkok.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “37th ESICM LIVES 2024” in Spain

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Asst. Prof. Aphichat Suphathamwit, MD, from the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, represented Siriraj at the “37th Annual Congress of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM) LIVES 2024″, held in Barcelona, Catalonia, the Kingdom of Spain, from October 5th – 10th, 2024. He presented an E-Poster titled “Prediction Score for Urosepsis Following Surgical Procedure in Patients with Urinary Calculi”, contributing to the global discourse on advancements in intensive care.

Key Benefits for Siriraj Hospital
Upon his return, Asst. Prof. Suphathamwit will bring valuable contributions to Siriraj Hospital through:

  • International Publication: Enhancing the global visibility of Siriraj’s research.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Disseminating insights and best practices to the Department of Anesthesiology colleagues.

The ESICM LIVES 2024 congress highlighted cutting-edge evidence and innovations in intensive care medicine, featuring multidisciplinary sessions, interactive workshops, technology demonstrations, and simulation-based learning.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the 37th ESICM LIVES 2024 in Spain

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Doctor Apinut Jaroonpipatkul, M.D., a Teaching Assistant from the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in the “37th Annual Congress of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM) LIVES 2024″ in Barcelona, Spain, from October 5th to 10th, 2024. He presented an E-Poster titled “Two-center randomized controlled trial comparing high-flow oxygen therapy versus low-level pressure support during a spontaneous breathing trial”.

Benefits to Siriraj Hospital upon Dr. Apinut’s return:
– Incorporating feedback from attendees to further develop and publish research, thereby enhancing the hospital’s reputation.
– Gaining up-to-date critical care knowledge to improve patient treatment.
– Gaining valuable experience and inspiration to share with students, encouraging them to present their research internationally.

The ESICM LIVES 2024 event showcased the latest evidence and advancements in patient care, featuring multidisciplinary discussions, lectures, interactive courses, technology demonstrations, and simulation exercises.

Research Elective at Siriraj Initiative in Systems Pharmacology (SISP) Laboratory

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Welcome, Ms. Kaitlyn Dee Kanas, a 2nd-year medical student from the University of Wroclaw, Poland, to undertake a research elective at the Siriraj Initiative in Systems Pharmacology (SISP) Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, under supervision of Asst. Prof. Somponnat Sampattavanich, Ph.D., from October 1st – December 27th, 2024.

Siriraj’s International Residency Exchange in USA

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Doctor Nichanant Sawetratanastien, M.D., a 2nd-year resident, is attending a clinical elective at the Division of Laryngology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Boston, USA, from October 7th-23rd, 2024.

Siriraj’s International Residency Exchange in USA

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Doctor Waranthorn Tungsatitchai, M.D., a 2nd-Year Resident, is attending an OR Observation Program at the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital – Manhattan, New York, USA, from October 3rd – 23rd, 2024.

Resident and Fellow Exchange Program 2024 at Mount Sinai Hospital

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Supisara Wongdama, MD, Third Year Resident, is attending Clinical Elective at the Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai Hospital, USA, from October 7th to November 1st, 2024.

Siriraj Signed an MOU with TMIG

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On October 8th, 2024, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, and Dr. Toba Kenji, CEO of Tokyo Metropolitan Institute for Geriatrics and Gerontology (TMIG), Japan along with executive members from Siriraj and TMIG presided over the “Signing Ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between Siriraj and TMIG” at Sirindhorn Meeting Room, Chalermphrakiet Building, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. This memorandum of understanding encourages cooperation in healthcare and promotes innovation in the field of geriatric medicine.

International Research Grant Workshop

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🌐 International Research Grant Workshop
📅 Date: December 26th, 2024
🕑 Time: 01:00 p.m. – 04:00 p.m.
🏢 Room 201, 2nd Floor, Srisavarindira Building, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital

– Speaker
📌 Prof. Dr. Jetsumon Sattabongkot Prachumsri
Deputy Dean of Research at Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University
📌 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thomas Guadamuz
Assistant to the president for Academic affairs and Research, Mahidol University

– Eligibility Criteria
✅ Open to Faculty members, researchers and other interested individuals with a project suitable for international grant application
✅ Participants must be available to attend the onsite workshop at the designated time and date

– Application
➡️ Please download the proposal summary template and fill in all the required information completely
➡️ After completing the template, please submit it along with the registration form by December 19th, 2024
📌 Registration for free
⚠️ Deadline for registration: December 19th, 2024

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