From November 23rd – 25th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Anirut Pattaragarn, M.D., Head of the Division of Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in ‘The 15th Asian Congress of Pediatric Nephrology 2023 (ACPN2023)’ held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The purpose of his attendance was to present a research study focusing on the “Risk factors associated with recurrent urinary tract infections in children with bladder dysfunction.” Assoc. Prof. Pattaragarn aims to update the most recent knowledge and share the clinical experience.

The ACPN2023 congress, which took place in Dubai, featured notable scientific programs comprising keynote lectures and workshops. Distinguished international and regional faculties were actively involved, fostering an environment conducive to knowledge sharing and informal exchanges among attendees. This premier scientific program also included joint sessions in collaboration with the European Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ESPN) and AsPNA, operating under the International Pediatric Nephrology Association (IPNA).

15 November 2023: Prof.Jarupim Soongsawang, Head of Departement,
presented the Excellent Extern Awards to Mr. Sahatsawat Petcha  and Miss Hassathorn Srikusalanukul  the externs who had outstanding performance during their practice at Department of Pediatrics from 22 October 2023- 18 November 2023.

The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, is pleased to announce that nine of Siriraj Faculty Members have been honored with royal appointments to the position of Professor in various disciplines. The appointments have been published in the Royal Gazette and shown as follows.

Welcome, Ms. Yuna Tsumura, a 6th-year medical student from Shimane University, Japan to undertake an elective study at the Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, from October 30th, 2023 – November 10th, 2023.

19 October 2023: Prof.Jarupim Soongsawang, Head of Departement,
presented the Excellent Extern Awards to Mr. Suphachok Charoensakyothin and Miss Nattiyaporn Kanchanapongsavet the externs who had outstanding performance during their practice at Department of Pediatrics from 24 September 2023- 21 October 2023.

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 6th, 2023, Professor Jarupim Soongsawang, Department Chair, gifted Mr. Tanakrit Lertthanongsak, a 6th-year medical student (ID: 6001112), for achieving excellent scores in Pediatrics (Cor.M. 615) and Pediatrics (Cor.M. 625) courses in Academic Year 2022.

Welcome, Ms. Far Rachana, a 5th-year medical student from International University, Cambodia, to undertake an elective study at the Department of Pediatrics from October 2nd – 13th, 2023, and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology from October 16th – 27th, 2023.

25 September 2023: Assoc. Prof. Surachai Likasitwattanakul,
presented the Excellent Extern Awards to Mr. Poonyasit Dhanasomboon and Mr. Piyachock Tanapongpitaya the externs who had outstanding performance during their practice at Department of Pediatrics from 29 August 2023- 23 Spetember 2023.

 

25 August 2023: Prof.Jarupim Soongsawang, Head of Departement,
presented the Excellent Extern Awards to Miss Jittipat Pipatwasuthakul and Mr. Saksorn Juthakitti the externs who had outstanding performance during their practice at Department of Pediatrics from 30 July 2023- 26 August 2023.