On January 20th, 2025, the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, welcomed distinguished representatives from the Institute of Science Tokyo, Japan. The delegation, led by Prof. Jun-ichi Takada, Executive Vice President for Global Affairs, was warmly greeted by Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, alongside administrative members. During their visit, the delegates toured the Surgical Innovation Center, and the Siriraj-TMDU Office.
Assoc. Prof. Donghyoun Lee, M.D., from Jeju National University, Korea is undertaking the “Clinical Observership Program in Colorectal Surgery” at the Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, from January 19th – 31st, 2025 under supervision of Prof. Dr. Varut Lohsiriwat, MD, PhD.
Assoc. Prof. Seung Ah Lee, MD, from CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University, Korea is undertaking the “Clinical Observership Program in Breast Oncology Surgery” at the Division of Head-Neck and Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, from January 2nd – 31st, 2025. This program is supervised by Lecturer Dr. Visnu Lohsiriwat, M.D.
Asst. Prof. Samiullah Sajjad, MD, from the Nangarhar University’s Faculty of Medicine, Jalalabad, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, is undertaking the Clinical Observership Program in Urology and Kidney Transplantation at the Division of Urological Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, from January 6th – February 28th, 2025, under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Sittiporn Srinualnad, MD, RCS (Glasgow), FRCST (Urol.) and Lecturer Siros Jitpraphai, MD.
Welcome our international medical students from international universities to undertake their elective studies at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University:
Yerim Song, a 5th-year medical student from Kyungpook National University, Korea, will join the Department of OBGYN from January 6th – January 17th, 2025, and the Department of Surgery from January 20th – January 31st, 2025.
Yoonhyung Choi, a 5th-year medical student from Kyungpook National University, Korea, will join the Department of Surgery from January 6th – January 17th, 2025, and the Department of ENT from January 20th – January 31st, 2025.
Juthamas Kunavongvorakul, a 5th-year medical student from Fudan University, China, will join the Department of Ophthalmology from January 6th – January 17th, 2025.
Welcome, Asst. Prof. Tashbihul Azhar from AIIMS Patna (Bihar), India, to undertake the “Clinical Observership Program in Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary” at the Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary and Transplantation Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Wethit Dumronggittigule from December 16th – 27th, 2024.
From December 5th – 7th, 2024, Prof. Thawatchai Akaraviputh, Director of Siriraj Medical School and Deputy Dean, and Assoc. Prof. Vitoon Chinswangwatanakul, Chief of the Division of General Surgery, represented Siriraj at the 37th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Endoscopic Surgery in Fukuoka, Japan.
Prof. Akaraviputh and Assoc. Prof. Chinswangwatanakul was honored as a guest speaker, presenting groundbreaking topics:
“Activities of MIS training in Mekong Endo-Surgery Development Association (MESDA)” – Assoc. Prof. Vitoon Chinswangwatanakul
“Soft Cadaveric Training Model in Minimally Invasive Surgery by Siriraj Training and Education Centre for Clinical Skills (SiTEC)” – Prof. Thawatchai Akaraviputh
This year’s theme, “Carving out precision surgery,” explored advancements in laparoscopic and robotic techniques, focusing on enhanced anatomical precision and surgical safety. The session brought together experts to discuss revolutionary insights into microanatomical differences across specialties, aiming to redefine surgical landmarks for improved clinical outcomes.
Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, are pleased to welcome Prof. Daniel Owen Herzig from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), USA, and Prof. Peter Schneider from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), USA, as Siriraj International Visiting Scholars at the Department of Surgery.
Prof. Herzig, an expert in Colon and Rectal Surgery, and Prof. Schneider, a specialist in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, will be visiting from November 24th – 29th, 2024. Their expertise will foster knowledge exchange and innovation in surgical practices, benefiting both medical professionals and patients alike.
Assoc. Prof. Sqn. Ldr. Khamin Chinsakchai, M.D., from the Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, served as a distinguished guest speaker at the “VEITHsymposium” held in New York City, NY, USA, from November 19th – 23rd, 2024. He delivered a lecture titled “Turning the Tide on Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Mortality: A 13-Year Prospective Cohort Study of Multidisciplinary Protocols.” His presentation shared insights from over a decade of experience in managing complex vascular cases, focusing on innovative approaches, treatment outcomes, and key lessons from multidisciplinary care.
The VEITHsymposium is a premier event for vascular surgeons and specialists, offering a dynamic platform to explore the latest advancements in vascular disease treatment. This 5-day symposium features rapid-fire presentations by world-renowned experts, addressing cutting-edge techniques, evolving diagnostic and management concepts, controversies, and innovations shaping the field.
Assistant Professor Nutthawut Akaranuchat, MD, PhD, FRCST, from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in the prestigious “PRS KOREA 2024: The 82nd Congress of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons”. The conference, held from November 17th – 19th, 2024, in Seoul, Korea, is recognized as Asia’s largest international gathering for plastic surgery professionals.
Asst. Prof. Akaranuchat delivered an insightful oral presentation titled “Thinning of the Medial Sural Artery Perforator Flap: The Anatomical Examination of the Medial Sural Artery Perforator Branch”. This contribution underscores Siriraj Hospital’s commitment to advancing the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Participation in such a distinguished forum not only highlights the expertise of Siriraj’s faculty but also fosters opportunities for future international collaboration and knowledge exchange.
