Department of Surgery Hosts “Eras in Cardiac Surgery”

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On November 15th, 2023, the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, organized an event titled “Eras in Cardiac Surgery” at the Udom Poshakrishna Conference Room in the Sayamindra Building’s 12th Room. The highlight of the event was the honorable presence of Asst. Prof. Marc W. Gerdisch, MD, Chief of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, and Co-Director of the Heart Valve Center and Atrial Fibrillation Program at Franciscan St. Francis Health, USA. As our special speaker, he shared his extensive expertise in complex heart valve surgery and 21 years of experience in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.

Educational Unit English Performance Award Ceremony

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On November 7th, 2023, Professor Apichat Asavamongkolkul, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, along with administrative members, presided over an awards ceremony recognizing the achievements in “Educational Unit English Performance,” which had been assessed by the International Relations Office. This initiative aimed at assessing the level of English proficiency within all 28 departments and schools in the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. The awardees are shown as follows:

 

Outstanding English Performance:

Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics

 

Excellent English Performance:

Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine

 

Notable English Performance:

Department of Immunology

Department of Pharmacology

Department of Dermatology

Department of Surgery

Department of Otorhinolaryngology

 

Congratulations to all the departments for their outstanding achievements in the realm of English proficiency!

Elective Study at Department of Surgery

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Welcome, Ms. Cara Kim, a 6th-year student from Technical University Munich, Germany to undertake elective study at the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University from November 6th – December 29th, 2023.

Announcement of Educational Unit English Performance Result

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We are excited to announce the outstanding results of the Educational Unit English Performance. The activity focused on evaluating English proficiency in all 28 departments and schools within the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

After evaluation of English language capabilities, we are proud to announce the following outstanding achievements:

Outstanding English Performance:

🏆 Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics

Excellent English Performance:

✨ Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine

Notable English Performance:

🌐 Recognizing remarkable English proficiency in the following departments:

  • Department of Immunology 
  • Department of Pharmacology 
  • Department of Dermatology 
  • Department of Surgery 
  • Department of Otorhinolaryngology 
We are dedicated to promoting strong English language skills among our staff, which is crucial for achieving internationalization in educational service.
Congratulations to all the departments for their remarkable accomplishments in English proficiency and we look forward to their continued excellence and creativity in this aspect of education.

Siriraj International Residents & Fellows Exchange Program 2024

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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.

Siriraj Signs MOU with Leading German Institutions to Enhance Academic and Research Cooperation

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On October 9th, 2023, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, along with Siriraj administrative members and distinguished guests from  Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU), Germany led Prof. Wolfgang Böcker; Dr. Georg Hartung, from Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hospital; Prof. Peter Augat, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Murnau; and Prof. Christian von Rüden, Kliniken Nordoberpfalz AG Weiden Medical Center, presided over the “Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony” between Siriraj and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hospital, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Murnau, and Kliniken Nordoberpfalz AG Weiden Medical Center. This MOU aims to support and promote academic and research cooperation among these parties.

 

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the UIP 2023 World Congress in USA

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During September 17th – 21st, 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 to deliver a special lecture on the topic of “Complications of Cyanoacrylate Closure -hypersensitivity Reaction, Cyanoacrylate Granuloma, “Thrombus Extension After CAC” and also delivered an oral presentation on the research topic “Outcomes of Treatment of Concomita”t Ilioca” al Venous Obstruction and Superficial Venous Reflux in Venous Leg Ulcer”Patients” at the UIP 2023 World Congress – Connecting the Continent, Welcoming the World in Miami, USA.

The UIP 2023 World Congress is a leading international medical conference devoted to venous and lymphatic medicine! Gather with peers across the globe to learn the latest science and best practices in venous and lymphatic medicine. Network with medical practitioners from each continent to broaden your perspective of venous and lymphatic medicine and improve participants’ practice through an international exchange of ideas. It convenes up to six scientific sessions that will run concurrently throughout the day, discussing scientific abstracts, superficial and deep venous disease, lymphedema and lipedema, ultrasound and venous imaging, and venous nursing.

Elective Study at Department of Surgery

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Welcome, Mr. Yusuke Tomita, a 5th-year medical student from Kyoto University, Japan to undertake an elective study at the Division of Trauma Surgery and CVT Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University starting from September 11th – 25th, 2023.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at ‘2023WHCS’ in Singapore

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Assoc. Prof. Sqn. Ldr. Khamin Chinsakchai, M.D., from the Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, was invited as a guest speaker to deliver a special lecture on the topic “Endovascular Strategies and 10-Year Outcomes for Treatment of Asymptomatic Abdominal Aortoiliac Aneurysm” at the international conference ‘The 2023 World Heart and Cardiothoracic Surgery Conference (2023WHCS)’ held during September 8th – 9th, 2023, in Singapore. Assoc. Prof. Chinsakchai has presented his work in treating patients, shared experiences, and exchanged knowledge in various aspects of vascular surgery.

The 2023 World Heart and Cardiothoracic Surgery Conference (2023WHCS) is one of the world’s most professional and clinically advanced conferences. The participants from all over the world gathered to share knowledge, experience, and new techniques in the field of cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery. The 2023WHCS provide excellent opportunities for experts, consultants, physicians, surgeons, and medical students to present the latest research developments through interactive sessions, poster presentation, workshops, and case reports and follow the latest industry innovations and new research updates.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at ISCFS 2023 in USA

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Asst. Prof. Sarut Chaisrisawadisuk, MD, FRCST, a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Consultant and Craniofacial Surgeon from the Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered a research poster presentation on the topic “Early Bone Reformation after Cranial Vault Remodelling for Sagittal Craniosynostosis: 3D Measurement and Reformation Pattern” at the “20th Congress of the International Society of Craniofacial Surgery (ISCFS 2023)” between September 5th – 8th, 2023, in Seattle, USA. Asst. Prof. Chaisrisawadisuk aims to utilise 3D analysis technology which is crucial in enhancing treatment outcomes for sagittal craniosynostosis, and gaining a comprehensive understanding of bone reformation patterns in significant cranial defects following synostosis surgery.

The International Society of Craniofacial Surgery (ISCFS) was founded in 1983. The organization represents multispeciality surgeons and others with an interest in and focus on craniofacial surgery.