Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “APRC2024” in Taiwan

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Ms. Kornrat Pimeaim, Pharm.D, a senior professional pharmacist from the Out-patient Pharmaceutical Care Unit, Out-patient Pharmacy Division, Pharmacy Department Siriraj Hospital, attended “The 9th Asia Pacific Region Conference of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease” in Taipei, Taiwan, from April 26th – 30th, 2024, and presented a poster presentation on the topic “Outcomes of telepharmacy focus on drug-related problems and medication errors in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patients at the tertiary-care hospital, Thailand”. Pharmacist Pimeaim sought to elevate Siriraj Hospital’s profile within the healthcare community by demonstrating the critical role of pharmacists in interdisciplinary patient care, ultimately contributing to enhanced patient care efficiency.

The 9th Asia Pacific Region Conference of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease aims to share cutting-edge knowledge, promote higher-quality prevention and care, and ultimately eliminate the suffering caused by lung diseases. Held every 2-3 years, the conference brings together eminent, world-class speakers, fosters relationships among Asian countries and beyond, and strengthens international academic cooperation. Moreover, APRC2024 will elevate the global stature of tuberculosis physicians and pulmonologists while providing concrete guidance to shape the future of the pulmonology field. Over 1,500 scholars and experts from around the world were presented with new methods, technologies, and treatments at the conference.

Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program at Seoul National University College of Medicine (SNUCM), South Korea

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✈️ Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program (The academic year 2023)!

Siriraj’s 6th-year medical student: Ms. Sidaphat Kraipasspong

Location: Division of Pulmonary and Allergy, Pediatrics and Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, and Department of Pediatrics, Seoul National University College of Medicine (SNUCM), South Korea

Period: April 29nd – May 10th, 2024

Siriraj Signed an Agreement with MSD (Thailand) Ltd. For The Clinical Site Partnership Project

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April 29th, 2024 – MSD (Thailand) Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE: MRK), and the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, announced the signing of an agreement for the establishment of the Clinical Site Partnership Project in Thailand. The partnership aims to enhance cooperation in the research and development (R&D) of innovative medicine and vaccines and improve clinical research standards to drive innovation around disease prevention and treatment in line with emerging diseases.

For more details, please read at https://bit.ly/4aqql1p

Short 1-week Clinical Observership at Radiology Department

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On April 29th, 2024, Welcome, Dr. Haiyuan Shi, a consultant interventional radiologist and Minghui Low, a radiographer from Changi General Hospital, Singapore to attend “Short 1-week Clinical Observership at Radiology Department” at the Center of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, between April 29th – May 3rd, 2024.

Siriraj International Residents & Fellows Exchange Program 2024

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On April 26th, 2024 the “Siriraj International Residency & Fellow Exchange Program Committee” led by Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; Assoc. Prof. Rattapon Thuangthong, Deputy Dean for Student Affairs;  Asst. Prof. Kanokwaroon Watananirun, Assistant Dean for International Relations; and Assoc. Prof. Warut Pongsapich, Assistant Dean of Postgraduate Education; and Lecturer Dr. Korakrit Imwattana, Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Education conducted an English interview for the “Siriraj International Residency & Fellow Exchange Program 2024 round 3” to Siriraj’s fellow/resident candidates from each department as follows:

  1. Dr. Sirada Puetpaiboon, 2nd Year Fellowship from Department of Pediatrics at The Hospital for Sick Children, Canada during May 1st-31st, 2024.
  2. Dr. Patlada Kowatanamongkon, Clinical Fellowship in Rhinology and Allergy from Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Stanford University, USA during May 1st-30th, 2024.
  3. Dr. Papan Kongchan, MD, 2nd Year Fellowship from Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Medical College Wisconsin, USA during 1st-31st, 2024.

Furthermore, the Committee also conducted a reviewing session for the reflection report of “Siriraj International Residency & Fellow Exchange Program 2024” round 1 and 2 presented by the former successful candidates.

  1. Dr. Teeramet Pungprasert
    • Resident in Neurosurgery
    • Foothills Medical Centre, Alberta Health Services, University of Calgary, Canada
    • March 4 – 29, 2024
    • Division of Stroke
  2. Dr. Suttipong Tianwattanatada
    • Fellow in Trauma Surgery
    • Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), USA
    • March 1 – 31, 2024
    • Division of Trauma, Critical Care & Acute Care Surgery
  3. Dr. Chawin Thitisaksakul
    • Resident in Ophthalmology
    • Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, UK; Liverpool University Hospital, UK
    • November 4 – 17, 2023; November 18 – December 3, 2023
    • Pediatric Glaucoma; Uveitis/Medical Retina
  4. Dr. Nuntouchaporn Amonchaisakda
    • Resident in Dermatology
    • Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, South Korea; Dr. Ho Sung Choi’s Clinic, South Korea
    • December 3 – 30, 2023
    • Dermatology
  5. Dr. Piyaporn Chokevittaya and Dr. Irin Vichara-anont
    • Fellows in Infectious Disease
    • Sagamihara National Hospital, Japan; Nakamura Hospital, Japan
    • December 18 – 29, 2023; January 8 – 19, 2024
    • Allergy and Immunology; Respiratory Medicine
  6. Dr. Techin Wasinsangworn
    • Resident in Plastic Surgery
    • Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, South Korea
    • December 1 – 31, 2023
    • Plastic Surgery
  7. Dr. Yutarat Suwanchatkul
    • Resident in Dermatology
    • Greater Miami Skin & Laser Center, Florida International University, USA; Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami Health System, USA
    • January 9 – February 16, 2024
    • Division of Dermatology; Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery
  8. Dr. Rawi Jongpipatchai
    • Resident in Ophthalmology
    • Casey Eye Institute (CEI), Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), USA
    • January 22 – February 16, 2024
    • Retina and other departments

Pharmacology Being Awarded for Model Laboratory in Safety under Peer Evaluation System

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Center for Occupational Safety, Health and Workplace Environment Management (COSHEM) in its capacity as the project’s secretariat, has issued a safety standard certificate for the mutual acceptance (peer evaluation) of laboratories under the Department of Pharmacology.

Singing Mastery Workshop

On April 25th, 2024, the International Relations Division, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University hosted a transformative masterclass, “Singing Mastery Workshop” for the winners and contestants of the esteemed “Siriraj Singing Learning Contest 2023”.

Led by Lecturer Rawissada Sukkittiworakul from Mahidol University’s College of Music, this workshop provided invaluable insights and techniques for vocalists, including vocal preparations, breath control, pitch modulation, and stage presence. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, participants were inspired to elevate their skills in a conducive learning environment, eagerly absorbing advice to take their abilities to the next level!

The University of Edinburgh Visits Siriraj

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On April 23rd, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communications and International Relations; Assoc. Prof. Visit Vamvanij, Deputy Dean of Healthcare Enterprise; Asst. Prof. Dr. Kamol Udol, Chair of the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine; Prof. Weerasak Muangpaisan from the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine; Assoc. Prof. Piyapat Dajpratham, Chair of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine; and Assoc. Prof. Pornpan Koomanachai of the Division of Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, cordially welcomed distinguished guests from the University of Edinburgh, UK. Prof. David Weller, Programme Co-Director (Master of Family Medicine), Co-Head of the Centre for Population Health Sciences, and Audrey Kon, Regional Director, Southeast Asia and Cross-Regional Projects, visited for discussions on our forthcoming academic and research collaborations. Additionally, our delegates conducted visits to the Siriraj Stroke Center and the Siriraj Molecular Medicine Biology Unit.

Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program at University of Kansas Medical Center, USA

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✈️ Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program (The academic year 2023)!

Siriraj’s 6th-year medical student: Ms. Punyanuch Chayanopparat

Location: Department of Gastroenterology, University of Kansas Medical Center, USA

Period: April 22nd – May 17th, 2024

Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program at Seoul National University College of Medicine (SNUCM), South Korea

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✈️ Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program (The academic year 2023)!

Siriraj’s 6th-year medical student: Ms. Kotchapun Taibowornpitak

Location: Division of Hand Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, Seoul National University College of Medicine (SNUCM), South Korea

Period: April 22nd – May 3rd, 2024