Siriraj International Visiting Scholar at the Department of Immunology

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Welcome, Prof. Gregory J. Bancroft, Professor of London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK, to serve as Siriraj International Visiting Scholars at the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, starting from May 22nd–June 2nd, 2022.

Prof. Bancroft is specialized in immunology, modeling, and vaccinology, with over 30 years of experience in this field. His current research relates to understanding the mechanisms of pathogenesis and the development of novel vaccines against two critical pathogenic bacteria, M. tuberculosis, and B. pseudomallei. Also, he uses approaches of experimental modeling, cell mediated immunity, and imaging in studies on the causative agent of melioidosis (B. pseudomallei), a significant cause of septic death in rural Thailand and northern Australia.

Rockefeller Foundation Visits Siriraj

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On May 19th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations, extended a warm welcome to Ms. Natalye Paquin, Chief Operating Officer and distinguished guests from Rockefeller Foundation: Ms.Erica Guyer, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary; Ms. Cory Milam, Chief Technology Officer; Ms.Deepali Khanna, Vice President of Asia Regional Office; Mr. Eric Arndt, Director of Asia Regional Office; and Ms.Busaba Tejagupta, Director of Operations & Grants Management Asia Operations on visit at Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, and Prince Mahidol Museum led by Adjunct Prof. Sanjai Saengwichian.

The relationship between Siriraj and Rockefeller Foundation rooted in history, has witnessed remarkable milestones, including our pivotal role in establishing the Royal Medical School, which stands today as the revered Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital.

Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program at University of California Irvine (UCI), USA

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✈️Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program (The academic year 2022)!

Siriraj’s 6th-year medical student: Ms.Wipapun Sereepitakkul

Location: Division of Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation, Department of Internal Medicine, University of California Irvine (UCI), USA

Period: May 15th – 31st, 2023

Florida Gulf Coast University Visits Siriraj

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On May 15th, 2023, Siriraj Palliative Care Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University led by Mr. Puchong Chimpiboon, Music Therapist welcomed Assoc. Prof. Dena Register, Assoc. Prof. Kimberly Sena Moore, and a group of music therapy students from Florida Gulf Coast University, USA to visit and discuss at Siriraj Palliative Care Center which was part of “Music Therapy in Thailand Study Aboard, 2023” running from May 10th – June 23rd, 2023. On this occasion, our guests attended the lecture on the topic “Thai Culture and Believes relates to Health issues” by Dr. Anuwat Taweesuwanakra, M.D. as well as visited the Siriraj Bimuksthan Museum and Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine.

 

Siriraj has a longstanding relationship with Assoc. Prof. Register, founded the first music therapy program in Southeast Asia at the College of Music, Mahidol University. Through this visit and music therapy exchange opportunity, both parties aim to promote music therapy by conducting remote conferences, exhibitions, and music therapy services.

Elective Study at Division of Endocrine and Metabolism

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Welcome, Ms. Konno Mana,  a 5th-year medical student from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan to undertake elective study at the Division of Endocrine and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University from May 15th – 26th, 2023.

Elective Study at Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Welcome, Mr. Kitamura Ryo, a 5th-year medical student from Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan to undertake elective study at the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University from May 15th – 26th, 2023.

Siriraj Showcased at ESTRO 2023!

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On May 14th, 2023, the researchers from the Division of Radiation Oncology, Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University: Assoc. Prof. Pittaya Dankulchai, Dr. Wiwatchai Sittiwong, and Dr. Tissana Prasartseree, a 3rd-year resident, took the stage at ESTRO 2023 in Vienna, Austria, showcasing their expertise by captivating the audience on the topic “17:15 HYPOCX-iRex (TCTR20210812003): a Phase II RCT comparing 44Gy/20F versus 45Gy/25F CCRT in Cervical Cancer.”

ESTRO‘s mission is to elevate radiation oncology as a fundamental pillar in multidisciplinary cancer care. This year’s congress theme, “From innovation to action,” focuses on translating and implementing cutting-edge research into practical applications in commitment to advancing the field of radiation oncology and improving patient outcomes.

Furthermore, our members also highlighted their deep understanding of their field in digital poster presentation as follows:

– “CyberKnife with InCise MLC versus VMAT with FFF in SBRT for Prostate cancer: A dosimetric comparison” by W. Phongprapun, P. Chanwichu, W. Sittiwong, S. Kunchitshoulakul, and P. Dankulchai

– “Clinical Outcomes of Using 3D-Printed Applicators for HDR Brachytherapy in Gynecological Malignancy” by W. Sittiwong, P. Dankulchai, and U. Puangragsa

Congratulations to these exceptional researchers for their outstanding work and for representing Siriraj Hospital with distinction at this prestigious international conference.

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 Presents at ESPID 2023

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From May 8th – 12th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Wanatpreeya Phongsamart, a highly skilled specialist in Pediatric Infectious Diseases from the Department of Pediatrics at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University showed her exceptional expertise and outstanding contribution in this field which was recognized and valued by her invitation to deliver an oral presentation on the topic “Immunogenicity and Reactogenicity of BNT162b2 mRNA Covid-19 among Children Previously Infected With SARS-Cov-2” at the “41st Annual Meeting of the European Society for Paediatric Infectious Diseases (ESPID) 2023”, Lisbon, Portugal.

ESPID is dedicated to the advancement of research and innovation in pediatric infectious diseases and child health.

Prof. Wanatpreeya’s hard work, dedication, and passion for this important field have made a significant impact on the lives of countless children and families around the world. We appreciate her excellence in the field and wish her continued success in all your future endeavors.