News & Events – Page 15 – Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University

Clinical Rotation at Department of Medicine

2023-05-12/in News & Events/by Sirin Kachanugul

Welcome, Dr. Lauren Ogawa and Dr.Phillip Chen, residents from UCLA, USA as well as Dr.Juilliet Besson and Dr.Anna Blum from Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, Switzerland to undertake the clinical rotation at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University.

Dr. Ogawa is participating in the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine from May 1^st-19^th, 2023 while Dr. Chen is undertaking at the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine from May 2^nd-12^th, 2023, and the Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine starting from May 15^th-19^th, 2023.

Meanwhile, Dr. Besson and Dr. Blum are undertaking at the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine from May 1^st-31^st, 2023.

Mahidol University Paves Way for Academic Collaborations with Top Institutions in Switzerland and the Netherlands

2023-05-11/in News & Events/by Sirin Kachanugul

Between May 8^th-11^th,2023, Prof. Banchong Mahaisavariya, President of Mahidol University, alongside Mahidol’s executive members, including Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, and Siriraj’s administrative members; Assoc. Prof. Yongyut Sirivatanauksorn, Deputy Dean of the Integrated Center of Excellence; Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; and Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation. Together, our members embarked on a mission to engage with prominent institutions known for their academic prowess and research advancements in Switzerland and the Netherlands: Zurich University of Applied Sciences, ETH Zurich, University of Lausanne, University of Groningen, Maastricht University, Erasmus University Rotterdam, and Leiden University, aimed at fostering global academic and research collaborations.

This remarkable journey sought to establish profound connections and explore potential partnerships that will undoubtedly shape the future of academic excellence and research innovation.

Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program at Kyoto University, Japan

2023-05-11/in International Office, News & Events, Student Affairs/by Sirin Kachanugul

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

Siriraj’s 6^th-year medical student: Mr.Tham Petsut

Location: Department of Primary Care and Emergency Medicine, Kyoto University, Japan

Period: May 8^th – 23^th, 2023

Siriraj Medical Student Exchange Program at Kyoto University, Japan

2023-05-11/in International Office, News & Events, Student Affairs, Student Exchange/by Sirin Kachanugul

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

Siriraj’s 6^th-year medical student: Ms. Jinsujee Deephuengton

Location: Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Kyoto University, Japan

Period: May 8^th – 19^th, 2023

Siriraj, Biodesign in Medicine International Program Program

Siriraj, Biodesign in Medicine Program

2023-05-10/in News & Events/by Yutthapol Samagachandra

In the modern world, where all industrial sectors are incorporating cutting-edge technologies to move forward, including biomedical sciences. Recently, medical services have advanced to the next level where complex treatments are made possible by high-level computer systems, and various kinds of high-performance wearable devices enable more effective medical services. Knowledge networking has been recognized as an effective learning system that has rendered stand-alone learning, including pure medical education, outdated.

Biodesign in Medicine International Program

Siriraj, Biodesign in Medicine (International Program) is an interdisciplinary program of medicine, engineering, and medical technology that provides students with a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of these fields, offering a broad range of knowledge and skills needed to challenges in biological therapy, digital health, and innovative medical products. By bringing together experts from diverse fields, this program brings up a collaborative and dynamic learning environment that encourages students to develop a holistic approach to biomedical innovation.

Who are we looking for?

Hold a degree in veterinary medicine, pharmacy, medical technology, engineering, science, or other related fields or attending the final semester of major from academic institutes accredited by the Office of the Higher Education Commission
GPA not less than 3.5
English Proficiency Examination score regarding the requirement of the Faculty of Graduate Studies

Career Path

Medical product inventors or innovators at research institutes, government sectors, and industrial organizations
Researchers/academic staff in biodesign of medical products at research institutes, government sectors, and industrial organizations
Entrepreneurs/Business owners in biomedicine are becoming significant potential in the medical sector.

For individuals who want to pursue advanced studies, Biodesign in Medicine International Program provides both a master’s degree and a Ph.D. program. Whether you’re looking to develop new medical technologies, conduct cutting-edge research, or become an entrepreneur in the healthcare industry, our program provides the perfect platform for you to succeed in your career and make a meaningful impact on this world.

For more info, please visit :

Master Program

PhD. Program

Program Facebook Page Biodesign in Medicine

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

2023-05-10/in Academics, News & Events/by Sirin Kachanugul

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

2023-05-09/in Academics, News & Events/by Thitipong Silaparat

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 6^th – 9^th, 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.