On June 23rd, 2023, Prof. Thawatchai Akaraviputh, Director of Siriraj Medical School; Assoc. Prof. Vitoon Chinswangwatanakul, Director of Siriraj Cancer Center; Lecturer Rangsima Timmanee, Department of Internal Medicine; and Assoc. Prof. Dr.Chantacha Sitticharoon, Department of Physiology welcomed distinguished guests: Prof. Lau Tang Ching, Vice-Dean of Education from the National University of Singapore, Prof. Masanaga Yamawaki from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Prof. Keiichi Akita, Director of School of Medicine on visit and discussion at Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.
 
Moreover, Prof. Lau, Prof. Yamawaki, and Prof. Nijasri Channarong from Chulalongkorn University’s Department of Internal Medicine shared their expertise in the discussion on the theme “Future Trends in Medical Curriculum: How to Prepare Medical Students to Serve the World?” in SICMPH 2023 conference hosted by Siriraj at Room 202, Srisavarinthira Building.
 
This collaborative event allowed for exchanging knowledge and insights, benefiting all attendees. The esteemed guests shared their expertise, providing valuable insights into innovative approaches to medical education and addressing the evolving needs of global medical students.
 
They also visited and discussed further collaboration in Medical Education at Siriraj Medical Simulation Center for Education and Training (SiMSET), and Siriraj Training and Education Center for Clinical Skills (SiTEC).

On June 21st, 2023, the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, hosted the Siriraj International Conference in Medicine and Public Health 2023 (SiMPH2023) Conference, featuring a series of captivating “Share Sessions” in collaboration with Keio University, Japan. This event served as a dynamic platform for both institutions to exchange their expertise and knowledge, uniting perspectives from the medical landscapes of Thailand and Japan.

The inaugural session witnessed Prof. Yupin Suputtamongkol from Siriraj Hospital’s Department of Internal Medicine and Asst. Prof. Ho Namkoong from the Department of Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine, Keio University shared their insights on “Infectious Diseases Summit: COVID-19, Acute Undifferentiated Fever, and NTM (non-Tuberculosis Mycobacterium) from Japan & Thailand Perspectives.” Their enlightening presentations provided a comprehensive understanding of these pressing healthcare challenges, encompassing invaluable perspectives from both nations.

     

In the subsequent session, the audience was captivated by the insightful knowledge presented on the topic of “Pioneering the Future of Minimally Invasive Surgery for Colo-Rectal Cancer: Uniting Different Nations with a Common Goal.” Assoc. Prof. Vitoon Chinswangwatanakul, Director of Siriraj Cancer Center, and Asst. Prof. Kohei Shigeta from the Department of Surgery (General and Gastroenterological Surgery), School of Medicine, Keio University, unveiled their contributions to this field. Together, they illuminated the collaborative endeavors and shared objectives between their respective countries, propelling advancements in minimally invasive surgical techniques for the treatment of colo-rectal cancer.

The SiMPH2023 Conference, marked by this prestigious collaboration between Keio University and Siriraj Hospital, has undoubtedly ushered in a new era of medical innovation and international cooperation, fueling the exchange of transformative ideas and pushing the boundaries of healthcare excellence.

 

Welcome Miss Yuho Itaya, Mr. Kento Masui, and Mr. Taisei Higuchi, 5th-year medical students from Hokkaido University, Japan to undertake an elective study at the Departments of Surgery, Department of Medicine, Department of Radiology, and the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine from June 12th – July 7ths, 2023.
(From left to right Miss Yuho Itaya, Mr. Kento Masui, and Mr. Taisei Higuchi)

Welcome, Mr. Isoshima Kotaro, a 5th-year medical student from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan to undertake an elective study at Division of Traumatology Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, from May 29th – June 9th, 2023.

On May 29th, 2023, Lect. Natthida Owattanapanich from the Division of Traumatology Surgery, Department of Surgery welcomed Ms. Kukita Mitsuki, a 5th-year medical student from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan to undertake an elective study at the Division of Traumatology Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, from May 29th – June 9th, 2023.

On May 29th, 2023, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, together with Siriraj’s administrative members: Assoc.Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; Prof. Manee Rattanachaiyanon, Chairwoman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology; Assoc.Prof. Chanean Ruansetakit, Chairman of the Department of Surgery; Assoc.Prof. Sittiporn Srinualnad, Head of Division of Urology; and Assoc. Prof. Kanokwaroon Wattananirun, Assistant Dean of International Relations; welcomed the distinguished delegates from Peking University Health Sciences Center, CHINA, led by Prof. WANG Jianliu, Vice President of Peking University People’s Hospital and the PKUHSC’s executive members: Prof. ZHANG Qian, Deputy Director Institute of Urology, Peking University Professor of Urology Department, Peking University First Hospital & Director, Office of Hospital Management, PKUHSC; Prof. ZHANG Shudong, Consultant Doctor, Department of Urology, Peking University Third Hospital, & Chair, Department of Urology, Peking University Third Hospital, Professor, Doctor Supervisor, Peking University; Assoc. Prof. WANG Gang, Senior Consultant Doctor, Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Associate Chair, Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, & Associate Professor, Peking University; Assoc. Prof. YAO Lin, Associate Professor, Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, & Deputy Chief Physician, Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital; Assoc. Prof. MENG Yisen, Associate Professor, Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, & Deputy Chief Physician, Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital; Ms. Pan Jingnan, Deputy Project Manager, China Foundation for Peace and Development; Ms. BAI Jing, Program Officer, Office of International Cooperation; and Ms. XIA Jing, Program Officer, Office of Hospital Management; for the visit and discussion on further collaboration between Siriraj and Peking University Health Sciences Center.

During May 25th-27th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Nuttawut Sermsathanasawadi, M.D., Ph.D., from the Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, was invited as a guest speaker at the international meeting “V-ITALy’23: VITAL state of the art & ADVANCEMENT” in Albarella Island, Italy. The V-ITALy’23 gathered top Experts from all continents and top industry representatives to analyze the met and unmet needs in Vein & Lymphatic practice, reaching out to the global community of Vein & Lymphatic health professionals, as well as to the patients, identifying the” VITAL” steps forward for proper advancement of Vein & Lymphatic care.

Welcome Mr.Larris Ellas Tan and Mr. Ting Hui Yee, 4th-year students from National University of Singapore, Singapore, to undertake an elective study at the Division of Head-Neck and Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, starting from May 1st – 12th, 2023.

Clin. Prof. Chanean Ruansetakit, the Chairman of the Department of Surgery, along with the executive members of the Division of Trauma Surgery: Assoc. Prof. Chumpol Wongwanit, Head, Division of Vascular Surgery, Assoc. Prof. Kris Keorochana, Lecturer of Division of Trauma Surgery and Asst. Prof. Tongporn Wannatoop, welcomed Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tal Martin Hörer, a specialist in Vascular Surgery, Trauma, Endovascular and Hybrid Methods for Resuscitation and Bleeding Control from the Department of Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery and Department of Surgery, Örebro University Hospital and University, Sweden, to serve as a visiting scholar at the Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, starting from April 24th – 28th, 2023.

Welcome, Mr.Kaga Homare and Ms. Takatsu Noriko, 5th-year medical students from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan, to undertake an elective study at Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University from April 24th – May 5th, 2023.