Published Doctor Pimchanok Kulsirichawaroj, M.D., a Clinical Educator from the Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, participated in the “2024 World Muscle Society Annual Congress” in Prague, Czechia, from October 7th to 12th, 2024. She presented a poster titled “Utilizing Next-Generation Sequencing for Pediatric-onset Neuromuscular Patients Unidentified by Traditional Diagnostic Techniques”.
Benefits to Siriraj Hospital upon Dr. Pimchanok’s return:
1. Early Career Development: The pre-congress teaching courses enhanced her skills in diagnosing and treating neuromuscular diseases, which she applied to improve patient care at Siriraj Hospital.
2. Research Collaboration: She strengthened research ties with the Bonnemann Lab at NIH, advancing efforts to address undiagnosed pediatric-onset neuromuscular diseases and refine diagnostic approaches.
3. Knowledge Sharing: Her presentation on genetic neuromuscular disorders increased international visibility for Siriraj’s research and provided valuable insights that helped improve clinical practices.
The World Muscle Society Annual Congress is a premier event promoting the study and treatment of neuromuscular diseases, bridging basic science and patient care, and bringing together scientists and healthcare professionals with a shared interest in neuromuscular disorders.
