Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics Welcomes Delegation from the Research Promotion Office, Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital, Royal Thai Naval Medical Department
The Prosthetics and Orthotics study visit at the Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Mahidol University, welcomed delegates from Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital. The visit focused on clinical innovation, academic instruction, and collaborative research in prosthetics and orthotics.
Prosthetics and Orthotics Study Visit at Sirindhorn School
Overview of the Visit
On May 14, 2025, the Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, welcomed a delegation from the Research Promotion Office of Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital, Royal Thai Naval Medical Department. The purpose of this prosthetics and orthotics study visit was to learn more about the school’s academic, clinical, and research activities.
Assistant Professor Dr. Manunchaya Samala warmly greeted the visiting group. She gave an overview of the school’s roles and missions. Her presentation covered academic teaching, clinical service, and research efforts in prosthetics and orthotics.
Tour of Clinical Services
The group then toured the clinical service areas. Clinical instructors and prosthetists—Assistant Instructor Thana Charoenwitvorakul, Mr. Thanakorn Thammakornsuksiri, and Mr. Pasuk Samthong—provided a guided tour. They explained how the clinic supports patients in need of prosthetic and orthotic devices. In addition, they discussed the process of patient assessment and device fitting.
Afterward, the group visited the Center of Excellence for Prosthetics and Orthotics (CEPO). Mr. Apinat Jirawatthanaphan introduced the center and demonstrated advanced technologies currently in use. These innovations help improve the quality of care and device outcomes for patients.
Visit to the Research Lab
Following the clinic tour, the group explored the research laboratories. Acting Sub-Lieutenant Harit Apidet, a sports scientist, and Ms. Wisawaporn Niamsaeng, a prosthetist and research assistant, led this part of the tour. They showcased research equipment and explained how various tools are used to study mobility and improve assistive technology.
The lab’s focus is to support research that benefits people with movement impairments. Moreover, the visitors had the chance to see how research and clinical practice are closely connected.
Toward Future Collaboration
This prosthetics and orthotics study visit was a valuable opportunity for both institutions. It helped build stronger academic and research connections between the Sirindhorn School and Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital. Moving forward, the two institutions plan to collaborate on projects that will promote research and improve patient services in Thailand’s prosthetics and orthotics field.
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