Anesthesiology

September 7^th – 9^th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Nantthasorn Zinboonyahgoon, M.D., Chairman of the Division of Pain Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, took part in ‘The IASP Neuropathic Pain Special Interest Group (NeuPSIG)’ in Lisbon, Portugal, presenting a poster on “Efficacy of Spinal Cord Stimulation.” This event further solidified Siriraj Hospital’s global recognition.

About NeuPSIG 2023
The IASP Neuropathic Pain Special Interest Group (NeuPSIG) advances the understanding of mechanisms, assessment, prevention, and treatment of neuropathic pain. The NeuPSIG 2023 International Congress is the leading meeting for the latest research and developments in understanding the mechanisms, assessment, prevention, and treatment of neuropathic pain. This meeting brings together key stakeholders in neuropathic pain to discuss, network, and strengthen scientific collaboration.

During September 5^th-9^th, 2023, Prof. Suwimon Tangwiwat from the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, showcased her exceptional abilities as an instructor during the “6th World Congress on Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine” in France. During the cadaver workshop, Prof. Suwimon played a crucial role as an instructor, sharing her extensive knowledge of abdominal wall block techniques. In addition, she also volunteered as an instructor in the QL block workshop, showcasing her expertise in the field.

Furthermore, Prof. Suwimon’s contributions extended to the “Simulation Workshop: epidural anesthesia” and “Simulation Workshop: continuous perineural catheter,” where she demonstrated her proficiency and dedication to advancing the anesthesiology field.

This event was a Joint Meeting that was organized by four different societies: the American Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA Pain Medicine), the Latin American Society of Regional Anaesthesia (LASRA), the Asian & Oceanic Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine (AOSRA – PM), and the African Society of Regional Anaesthesia (AFSRA). It was held simultaneously with the 40th ESRA Annual Congress.

August 25^th – 28^th, 2023, Asst. Prof. Parichat Tovikkai, M.D., a lecturer of the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘The 18^th Congress of the Asian Society of Transplantation (CAST)’ in Hong Kong, China, and presented an oral presentation on the topic “The Association of Intraoperative Hypotension During Orthotopic Liver Transplantation and Post-transplant Outcomes.” This conference is renowned as one of the most prestigious in Asia. Only 10 abstracts related to liver transplantation were selected for oral presentation and Asst. Prof. Tovikkai’s abstract was among them! This accomplishment underscores Siriraj Hospital’s recognition as one of Thailand’s most successful liver transplantation centers and possibly throughout Southeast Asia!

The 18^th Congress of the Asian Society of Transplantation (CAST) is a biannual transplant congress of the Asian Society of Transplantation, aiming to provide transplant clinicians with a broad program covering a diverse range of topics, from cutting-edge science to ethical issues in transplant. Issues related to challenges in developing transplant programs and promoting organ donation in Asia will also be a highlight of this meeting.

On June 12^th, 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 “13^th 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!

During March 19^th – 26^th, 2023, Asst. Prof. Onuma Chaiwat, a Vice-Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the annual meeting “42^nd Internacional Symposium on Intensive Care& Emergency Medicine” in Brussels, Belgium, to present a poster presentation on the topic “Long-term Outcomes of Delirium in Critically Ill Surgical Patients: A Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study.” This attendance of Asst. Prof. Onuma will implement the prevention protocol to attenuate poor long-term outcomes for Siriraj Hospital!

The International Symposium on Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine is organized in collaboration with the Departments of Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine of Erasme University Hospital, Université Libre de Bruxelles, and with the Belgian Society of Intensive Care Medicine (SIZ). The meeting is held every year in March, starting in 1980, to provide participants with up-to-date reviews of the most recent, clinically relevant, developments in research, therapy, and management of the critically ill. The meeting is open to all physicians, nurses, and other health professionals interested in critical care or emergency medicine and attracts more than 6,200 participants from countries worldwide.