Building bridges in immunology! We were honored to welcome Professor Hiroyuki Oshiumi, Professor Seiji Okada, Mr. Kenji Kakuta, and others from Kumamoto University, Japan, during their visit to the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. We look forward to future collaborations and advancements in the field.
From January 17th – 21st, 2025, Dr. Suphalerk Lohasammakul, MD, an instructor in the Department of Anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, presented an original paper titled “An Updated Classification of DIEA Branching and Perforator Patterns: Important Considerations in Robotic-Assisted DIEP (RoboDIEP) Flaps” at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery 2025 (ASRM 2025) in Hawaii, USA. The ASRM 2025 aims to advance excellence in microsurgery and complex reconstruction, providing a platform for teaching, research, and open discussion of reconstructive microsurgical methods and principles in an inclusive environment promoting equity and diversity among its members.
On November 27th, 2024, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, presented the Sood Sangvichian Award to Prof. Robert W. Mann, PhD, DABFA, FAAFS, FCPP, Siriraj International Visiting Scholars for acknowledging his exceptional contributions to the field of forensic anthropology at Adityadhornkitikhun Conference Hall.
This prestigious award, named in honor of the late Prof. Sood Sangvichian, former Dean and Chairman of the Department of Anatomy, recognizes outstanding contributions to medical education, research, and the advancement of the Thai medical community.
Following the award presentation, Professor Mann delivered an honorary lecture titled “The Human Skeleton in Forensic Anthropology and Medicine”, engaging the audience with his extensive expertise in the intersection of forensic science and medical practice. His insights into the human skeleton’s role in forensic investigations and medical contexts were invaluable, providing attendees with an in-depth understanding of this crucial area in forensic anthropology.
The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, is delighted to announce that Professor Robert W. Mann, PhD, DABFA, FAAFS, FCPP, has been honored with the prestigious “2024 Sood Sangvichian Award”.
The Sood Sangvichian Award honors the legacy of Professor Sood Sangvichian, MD, a distinguished professor emeritus, former Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, and former Chairman of the Department of Anatomy. The award recognizes his immense contributions to medical education, research, and the Thai medical community.
As part of the award ceremony, Professor Robert W. Mann, an internationally certified expert in forensic anthropology, will deliver a special honorary lecture.
Event Details:
Date: November 27th, 2024
Venue: Adityadhornkitikhun Conference Hall, 7th Floor, Syamindra Building, Siriraj Hospital
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Lecture Topic: “The Human Skeleton in Forensic Anthropology and Medicine”
We invite you to join us in honoring this distinguished scholar and seizing the opportunity to learn from his vast expertise in forensic anthropology.
Note: Admission is free.
The Division of Rhinology and Allergy, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, in collaboration with the Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, is organizing a hands-on training workshop “The 27th Siriraj International Rhinology and Allergy Course” from November 18th – 19th, 2024, at the Siriraj Medical Simulation Center (SiTEC), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. The workshop will feature esteemed international faculty members, including Prof. Alkis Psaltis, Prof. Luo Zhang, and Prof. Chengshuo Wang.
On October 31st, 2024, the Departments of Otorhinolaryngology, Anatomy, and Obstetrics and Gynecology, in partnership with Police General Hospital (PGH), hosted the Transoral Thyroidectomy Workshop. Held at the Thai-German Multidisciplinary Endoscopic Training Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, the event brought participants together to explore the latest innovations in transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy via video-assisted techniques (TOETVA). The workshop aimed to equip surgeons with cutting-edge techniques for performing scar-free, minimally invasive thyroid surgery.
Opening remarks were delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Napakorn Sangchay, Chair of the Department of Anatomy; Asst. Prof. Paiboon Sureepong, 1st Deputy Chair of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology; and course director Pol. Maj. Col. Angkoon Anuwong, M.D., setting an inspiring tone for a day of transformative learning.
The program offered a blend of clinical anatomy lectures, hands-on training, and live surgery demonstrations led by renowned experts including Dr. Thanaporn Rungruang (Siriraj Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Angkoon Anuwong (Police General Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Paveena Pithuksurachai (Siriraj Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Prachya Maneeprasopchoke (Siriraj Hospital, Thailand), Dr. Tay Hin Ngan (Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, Singapore), Dr. Nor Azham Hakim Darail (Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia), and Dr. Athiwut Borvornwattanavanich (Charoenkrung Pracharak Hospital, Thailand).
Gathering professionals from Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Singapore, the workshop promoted regional collaboration and strengthened best practices in thyroid surgery, marking a new era for transoral techniques.
Assistant Professor Peti Thuwajit, MD, Program Director of the Doctorate Program in Immunology at the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, contributed as a guest speaker at the International Conference of the Genetic Society of Korea (ICGSK) 2024 in Busan, Republic of Korea, between October 10th – 14th, 2024.
Asst. Prof. Thuwajit delivered a talk titled “Diagnostic Power of DNA Methylation Markers Suggestive of Cholangiocarcinoma in ERCP-based Brush Cytology” and presented a poster titled “Cell-surface Bound DNA on Red Blood Cell Membrane as a Source for Detecting Circulating Cancer DNA.” His participation highlighted Siriraj’s cutting-edge research and facilitated international collaboration with other leading institutions.
ICGSK 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the Genetics Society of Korea’s international academic conference. Held under the theme “Decoding Genomic Mysteries: Journey into Functional Genomics”, the event focused on exploring functional genomics beyond DNA base sequences to understand how genetic codes influence biological processes. The conference featured engaging discussions on unraveling genetic mysteries and advancing genomic science.
Welcome, Walter Samuel Hunter, 3rd-year student from University of Agriculture in Kraków Poland to undertake an elective study at Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University under the supervision of Dr. Punn Augsornworawat, from September 16th-27th, 2024.
Ms. Veerachat Muangsombut, Ph.D., a Postdoctoral Fellow from the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the “Viruses of Microbes 2024” conference in Cairns, Australia, from 15th – 19th, 2024. She presented an abstract on “Effective Control of the Foodborne Pathogen Listeria Monocytogenes through the Synergistic Action of a Bacteriophage and a Pyrogallol-derived Natural Antimicrobial.”
Attending international conferences like Viruses of Microbes 2024 allows Ms. Muangsombut to forge connections with professionals and potential collaborators worldwide. Engaging in poster sessions keeps her abreast of advancements in phage applications, particularly in therapeutic fields, and enables her to bring valuable insights back to Siriraj Hospital. Siriraj’s sponsorship of this conference enhances the organization’s global visibility. Moreover, Ms. Muangsombut gains access to cutting-edge research in phage biology and innovations, motivating her as an early career researcher and contributing to job satisfaction and retention.
