Academics

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the TWINS Congress 2023 in Hungary

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Assoc. Prof. Tuangsit Wataganara, Chief of the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, was invited as a guest speaker to deliver a special lecture on the topic “Minimizing Procedure-related Complications” at the “TWINS Congress 2023: The Joint 6th World Congress on Twin Pregnancy: a Global Perspective & The 18th Congress of the International Society for Twin Studies (ISTS)” during June 15th – 17th, 2023, in Budapest, Hungary.

The TWINS Congress 2023 aims to revive the interest in maternal and neonatal care; to foster education, research, and advocacy in maternal, periconceptional, and neonatal medicine and care worldwide; to promote and disseminate the study, research and knowledge on the aspects of maternal, periconceptional and neonatal medicine, to attain a higher level of physical and mental health for women, mothers, and their children; and collaboration between various disciplines interested in maternal, perception, and perinatal care as well as friendship between individuals from different world countries that will lead to improving the quality and provision of care in the world!

Siriraj’s Clinical Report Was Selected as an Editor’s Choice of “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine”!

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Congratulations to the team from Siriraj Skin Laser Center after their clinical report on the topic “Nonablative monopolar radiofrequency for the reduction of facial pores and sebum excretion in Thai patients: A novel approach” was selected as “June 2023 Editor’s Choice” by the world-renowned medical journal “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine”! A team of correspondences from Siriraj Skin Laser Center, Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, consisted of Lect. Dr.Thanya Techapichetvanich, Prof. Woraphong Manuskiatti, Dr.Supisara Wongdama, Dr.Noldtawat Viriyaskultorn, Dr.Jayne Bernadeth Li, and Dr.Nuttagarn Jantanapornchai.

The journal “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” publishes the highest quality research and clinical manuscripts in areas relating to the use of lasers in medicine and biology. The journal publishes basic and clinical studies on the therapeutic and diagnostic use of lasers in all surgical and medical specialties. This is the official journal of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery.

Congratulations!

 

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “American Delirium Society 2023 Annual Conference” in USA

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On June 12th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Onuma Chaiwat, the Vice-Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, was invited as a guest speaker to deliver a clinical presentation on the topic “Delirium Predictive Model in Patients Admitted to Surgical Intensive Care Units” at the Main Conference of the “13th Annual American Delirium Society Conference: Engage, Enhance, Evolve: Reclaiming Life From Delirium” in Rhode Island, USA.

The ADS conference focuses on learning and networking with a diverse group of attendees across many disciplines and countries – each and every one striving to learn together as we improve delirium care across healthcare settings. The conference offers more than 45 symposia, workshops, roundtables, and multiple oral and poster abstract sessions. Internationally recognized faculty will deliver cutting-edge clinical and research presentations encompassing all aspects of delirium care!

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the American Thoracic Society Conference 2023 in USA

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Assoc. Prof. Chairat Permpikul, the Chairman of the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, was invited as a guest speaker to present a special lecture on the topic “Fluid and Vasopressor Resuscitation in Early Sepsis: When, Which, and How Much?” at the “American Thoracic Society Conference 2023” between May 19th – 24th, 2023, in Washington, DC, USA. The American Thoracic Society (ATS) Conference 2023 offered the latest information on clinical, basic, and translational science in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.

The American Thoracic Society improves global health by advancing research, patient care, and public health in pulmonary disease, critical illness, and sleep disorders. Founded in 1905 to combat TB, the ATS has grown to tackle asthma, COPD, lung cancer, sepsis, acute respiratory distress, and sleep apnea, among other diseases.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at ESPO 2023 in UK

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Asst. Prof. Vannipa Vathanophas from the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered a research poster presentation on the topic “Prevention of ENT Comorbidities in Children with Allergic Rhinitis” at “The 16th Congress of the European Society of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology (ESPO 2023): Science, Clinicians and Families – Better Together” between May 20th – 23rd, 2023 in Liverpool, UK.

The ESPO 2023 features academic program presentations on cutting-edge research and complex cases and opportunities to interact and learn from renowned authorities in all fields of pediatric Otorhinolaryngology.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the XXVIII FESSH & EFSHT Meeting

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Asst. Prof. Yuwarat Monteerarat from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered an oral research presentation on the topic “Comparing Posterior interosseous nerve strain in lateral surgical approach to radial head: A cadaveric study” at the “The XXVIII FESSH & EFSHT Meeting” between May 10th – 13th, 2023, in Rimini, Italy.

The XXVIII FESSH & EFSHT Meeting is a scientific program themed “From Basic to Controversy” by the Scientific Committee of the FESSH Congress. This Joint Congress will see surgeons and therapists join their efforts and experiences from all over the world and discuss some hot topics such as fractures and malunions of the distal radius, longitudinal instability of the forearm, flexor and extensor tendons pathologies, microsurgery, congenital and pediatric hand pathologies, failures, incorrect management of hand injuries, and a very stimulating discussion and comparison of experience between experts on wrist surgery and radiologists.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the FESSH-EFSHT 2023 Congress in Italy

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Asst. Prof. Panai Laohaprasitiporn from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered an academic research presentation on the topic “Effect of Shorter Nerve Graft and Selective Motor Branch of Recipient Nerve on Nerve Transfer Surgery for Elbow Flexion in Patients with Brachial Plexus Injury” at the “The XXVIII FESSH & EFSHT Meeting” between May 10th – 13th, 2023, in Rimini, Italy.

The XXVIII FESSH & EFSHT Meeting is a scientific program themed “From Basic to Controversy” by the Scientific Committee of the FESSH Congress. This Joint Congress will see surgeons and therapists join their efforts and experiences from all over the world and discuss some hot topics such as fractures and malunions of the distal radius, longitudinal instability of the forearm, flexor and extensor tendons pathologies, microsurgery, congenital and pediatric hand pathologies, failures, incorrect management of hand injuries, and a very stimulating discussion and comparison of experience between experts on wrist surgery and radiologists.

Siriraj Researchers Awarded Gold Medal for Innovative Medical AI Project at “The 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva”!

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Dr. Piyalitt Ittichaiwong and Dr. Kanyakorn Veerakanjana of Siriraj Informatics and Data Innovation Center (SiData+) and their team of collaborators from the Department of Electrical Engineering at Chulalongkorn University have been awarded the Gold Medal prize for their groundbreaking work on medical AI research in the project, titled “Myelosoft: Development of Abnormal Leukocyte Counting System via Smartphone using Convolutional Neural Network,” from Class M: Medicine – Surgery – Orthopedics – Material for disabled, at “The 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva”, Switzerland.
The International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva is The largest event in the world that is solely dedicated to inventions. All the latest innovations are exhibited at this event exclusively for the first time and industrial and commercial companies, universities, inventors, researchers, associations, private and public organizations, and institutes present their inventions, new products, and research results.
Congratulations to the excellent researchers from SiData+ on this well-deserved recognition of their outstanding contributions to the field of medical AI research. We anticipate seeing these talents achieve even more in the future.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) 2023 in USA

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Assoc. Prof. Watcharasak Chotiyaputta from the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered a poster presentation on the topic “A novel and simplified score for determining treatment eligibility for patients with chronic hepatitis B” at the “Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2023” in Chicago, USA, between May 6th – 9th, 2023. The Digestive Disease Week is the world’s largest gathering of physicians and researchers in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy, and GI surgery.

Siriraj participated in the webinar “Thalassemia today. Cure, Care, and Research. Celebrating successes and addressing persistent unmet needs in thalassemia!”

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On May 8th, 2023, Prof. Vip Viprakasit, Professor of the Division of Hematology & Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, and the Program Director for thalassemia research at the Siriraj-Thalassaemia Center was invited as a guest speaker to share his unparalleled expertise with over 20 years of experience in molecular medicine, working on several hematological conditions, particularly thalassemia, and over 100 peer-reviewed articles in Science, Lancet, PNAS, Blood, and so on. Prof. Vip provided the audience with his insight on the topic “Conventional management of alpha thalassemia,” at the Webinar “Thalassemia Today. Cure, Care, and Research. Celebrating successes and addressing persistent unmet needs in Thalassemia” commemorating “World Thalassemia Day” which hosted by Thalassemia Reports.

Thalassemia Reports is a peer-reviewed international medical journal for physicians and medical scientists covering the pathophysiology, diagnosis, classification, and treatment of thalassemia and related disorders.