On August 30, 2024, MDKMITL’s very own Associate Dean Thipawan Ruangrit M.D. and Dr. Kantaphong Thongrong attended Singapore Polytechnic’s first collaboration with one of its Regional Consortium Partners to co-host the event outside of Singapore.
On August 19, 2024, MDKMITL had the honor of welcoming a special guest speaker, Mr. Patrick Martens, Director of Food & Beverage, Ratchaprasong Food Services (RFS) to our English for Medical Professions Class. As an expert in hospitality, sustainability and supply chain, our Year 1 students were introduced to the diverse concepts of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and how they relate to us in the medical field and beyond.
On August 14, 2024, our Year 1 students took an educational trip to the Thai Red Cross Society, visiting the National Blood Centre and the Snake Farm at the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute (QSMI) in Bangkok. This trip offered students valuable insights into the important roles these institutions play in healthcare. The Philosophy of Medicine class was led by Dr. Weerachat Sompong, Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs, along with Dr. Sranya Phaisawang, Associate Dean for International Affairs, and Instructor Kantaphong Thongrong, M.D.
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, MDKMITL had the honor of welcoming Dr. Juliet Nyasulu, a Senior Lecturer and Public Health expert from Stellenbosch University, South Africa, for a special international symposium. Dr. Sranya Phaisawang, Associate Dean for International Affairs, MDKMITL and Dr. Fingani Mphande-Nyasulu were on hand to personally welcome our esteemed guest.
On July 25, 2024, MDKMITL held its annual Wai Kru, White Coat and Award Ceremonies, a cherished tradition where students honor their medical teachers, both past and present, for their dedication and sacrifice to developing the most capable 21st Century doctors.
On July 23, 2024, marks the commencement of our Y2 Soft Cadaver Dissection Lab at the CU Surgical Training Center, MDCU. This initiative is led by our esteemed Dean, Professor Anan Srikiatkhachorn, M.D., along with the Deans Committee and our Physician Instructors. We extend our deepest respect to those who have generously donated their bodies to enhance the educational experience of our international medical students.
On July 10, 2024, we embarked on our first field trip for our first-year medical students as a part of the Medical Philosophy Class. The trip included visits to the Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, better known as, Wat Pho, and the Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage Museum, a cultural heritage site, the Siriraj Medical Museum, and the Siriraj Pimuksthan Museum.
On July 3, 2024, MDKMITL was honored to welcome guests from the Executive Medical Governance Certification Program (Class 3): Dr. Apirom Vechaputi, Former Director of Ubon Ratchathani Cancer Hospital and Prasat Neurological Institute and D Advisor to the Subcommittee on Medical Innovation and Technology under the Senate Committee on Public Health; Clinical Professor Dr. Paisan Ruamviboonsuk, Former President of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand; Dr. Mungkorn Thanasarnsin, Executive and Advisor of Lion (Thailand) Co., Ltd, CEO JWD Info Logistics, Public Co.; Khun Mangkorn Dhanasarnsil, Executive and Advisor of Lion (Thailand) Co., Ltd.; Khun Nathaporn Bunbubpha , Chairman of MP Group (Thailand); Khun Phanida Panyangam, Former Executive Director of the Pharmaceutical Producers Association, member of subcommittee for continuing education of the Pharmacy Council; Khun Ratana Anupatsanan, Former Inspector General, Revenue Department of Thailand, Audit Committee Member, Techno Medical Public Co., Ltd.; Dr. Suradech Waleeittikul, Former Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labor; and Dr. Athit Jiaranaisilavong, Vice President, Praram 9 Hospital.
On June 25, 2024, we started our official onsite MDKMITL PreMed Camp 2024. This camp aims to provide first-year medical students with crucial skills in an informal setting, aiding their adjustment to the new environment before the academic year starts. It also serves as a great opportunity for students to become acquainted with their peers.
The onsite PreMed Camp event was officially inaugurated by Dr. Sranya Phaisawang, Associate Dean at MDKMITL, and Asst. Prof. Fingani A. Mphande-Nyasulu, Ph.D. They welcomed the new students and discussed the MDKMITL DNA+ Student Code of Conduct, highlighting the importance of professionalism, ethics, and manners within the MDKMITL family to foster a supportive and respectful community.
On June 24th, 2024, we welcomed our new international medical students and their parents. The morning began with a contract signing ceremony, marking the start of their journey with us, followed by meetings with house advisors. These advisors will guide and support the students, discussing academic goals and easing their transition into the program. This session underscores our commitment to a supportive and collaborative environment.