Medical exchange student from University of Tsukuba, Japan completes KKU-MD elective program

 

 

On June 16, 2023, we congratulated Miss Minami Tsubura, sixth-year medical exchange student from University of Tsukuba, Japan on the completion of her elective exchange program with our Department of Emergency​ Medicine. She gave a presentation on her elective experiences, both academic and clinical training and multi-cultural experiences with Thai food, people, culture, and places. She was impressed with her visit to Khon Kaen, and KKU-MD was pleased to be part of her successful time and to have her in our faculty.

“Not only the emergency department but also the whole hospital serves one of the best medical cares in the world,” said Miss Tsubura.

“The doctors are sociable and have a welcoming personality serving good medical care and communicating well with others, so I’ve learnt that I should never forget to smile while working as a medical staff.”

 

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

Lao medical residents and nurses join KKU-MD emergency medicine exchange program

 

KKU-MD recently welcomed the following residents and nurses from Lao PDR for a two-week medical emergency exchange training program from June 5 to 16, 2023:

1) Dr. Thitsamone Inphakham, resident, Mahosot Hospital
2) Dr. Phaly Phanmalavong, resident, Mittaphap Hospital
3) Ms. Souvanvixai Nanthavongsa, nurse, Setthathirath Hospital
4) Ms. Khamvaen Munhmor, nurse, Mahosot Hospital

The program was coordinated by Mr. Kensho Ueda, Project Coordinator, University of Tsukuba Hospital, Japan as part of the “Stop Accident Fatality rise by EMS development and Road Safety (SAFER)” project aimed at reducing road fatalities and improving emergency medical services in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun
Editing by Prof. John F Smith

KKU-MD welcomes exchange student from Kumamoto University, Japan.

On June 6, 2023, KKU-MD welcomed Miss Maako IFUKU, second-year exchange student from Kumamoto University, Japan to our Cholangiocarcinoma Research Institute for four weeks (June 7 – 30, 2023) and Department of Tropical Medicine for four weeks (July 4 – 26, 2023). The program was organized under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for academic cooperation between Kumamoto University and KKU-MD.

At her Orientation Day, she was introduced to our faculty and programs via a campus tour, supervisor meetings, and city tour with her new KKU-MD student friends to visit famous attractions such as learning Thai culture at Wat Nong Waeng, experiencing the excitement of the amazing city view on the 28th floor skywalk of Khon Kaen Innovation Center, and the KKU Natural History Museum.

 

 

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

KKU-MD welcomes exchange student from University of Tsukuba, Japan.

 

On June 6, 2023, KKU-MD welcomed Miss Minami Tsubura, sixth-year medical exchange student from University of Tsukuba, Japan to our Department of Emergency​ Medicine. Her program was scheduled for two weeks from June 7 to 15, 2023 under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between University of Tsukuba and KKU-MD.

At her Orientation Day, she was introduced to our faculty and programs via supervisor meetings as well as campus and city tours with her new MD friends to KKU Natural History Museum and famous attractions such as Wat Nong Waeng to see a 360-degree panoramic view of Khon Kaen city from the top floor, and Khon Kaen Innovation Center to experience the skywalk.

 

 

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

Medical exchange student from Gifu University, Japan completes KKU-MD elective program.

 

On May 26, 2023, we congratulated Mr. Araki Ayumu, exchange student from Gifu University, Japan on the completion of his elective exchange program with our Departments of Emergency Medicine and Community, Family and Occupational Medicine. He gave a presentation on his elective experiences, both academic and clinical training and multi-cultural experiences with Thai food, people, culture, and places.

On his graduation day, Assistant Professor Jutarop Phetcharaburanin, Assistant Dean for Research and International Relations Affairs also attended and presented a certificate of achievement to him. KKU-MD was pleased to be part of his successful time and to have him in our faculty.

 

 

“I was impressed with how students had a role in every clinical rotation unlike my home country,” said Mr. Ayumi.

“They were more used to clinical settings than us. Although there were some differences, every kind of treatment was the same and easy to learn.”

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

Lao medical residents and nurses join KKU-MD in emergency medicine exchange program.

 

KKU-MD recently welcomed the following residents and nurses from Lao PDR for a medical emergency exchange training program in May 2023:

1) Dr. Sataolee Leelianou, resident, University of Health Sciences (Duration: May 1 – 26, 2023)

2) Dr. Phimchay Kongpasith, resident, University of Health Sciences (Duration: May 1 – 26, 2023)

3) Dr. Visay Sisavath, resident, Setthathirath Hospital (Duration: May 1 – 12, 2023)

4) Dr. Vilayphanh Sounantha, resident, Mahosot Hospital (Duration: May 1 – 12, 2023)

5) Dr. Sangvien Thammavong, resident, Mittaphap Hospital (Duration: May 15 – 26, 2023)

6) Dr. Phaly Phanmalavong, resident, Mittaphap Hospital (Duration: May 15 – 26, 2023)

7) Ms. Souk Luangsiyotha, nurse, Mahosot Hospital (Duration: May 1 – 12, 2023)

8) Ms. Bounsee Lardsavong, nurse, Mittaphap Hospital (Duration: May 1 – 12, 2023)

9) Ms. Pamong Korphosy, nurse, Setthathirath Hospital (Duration: May 15 – 26, 2023)

10) Ms. Bouaphanh Luangphimpha, nurse, Mittaphap Hospital (Duration: May 15 – 26, 2023)

 

The program was coordinated by Mr. Kensho Ueda, Project Coordinator, University of Tsukuba Hospital, Japan as part of the “Stop Accident Fatality rise by EMS development and Road Safety (SAFER)” project aimed at reducing road fatalities and improving emergency medical services in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

 

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

Medical exchange students from Wakayama Medical University and Fujita Health University, Japan complete KKU-MD elective program

 

On April 28, 2023, we congratulated exchange students from Wakayama Medical University and Fujita Health University, Japan on the completion of their elective exchange program with us. The students completing the program were:

  1. Mr. Takuto Hirata, Wakayama Medical University, Department of Emergency Medicine
  2. Miss Hinako Tanaka, Wakayama Medical University, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  3. Miss Mari Hayashi, Wakayama Medical University, Department of Surgery
  4. Miss Isui Harie, Wakayama Medical University, Department of Surgery
  5. Miss Mizuna Wakahara, Fujita Health University, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  6. Mr. Kosuke Sumi, Fujita Health University, Department of Orthopedics
  7. Mr. Takamoto Bando, Fujita Health University, Department of Orthopedics.

 

 

The students gave final presentations on their elective program sharing their academic and clinical training experiences and their multi-cultural experiences with Thai food, people, culture, and places. They seemed impressed with their visit to Khon Kaen, and KKU-MD was pleased to be part of their successful time and to have them in our faculty.

“I met many kind doctors in my department taking care of us. They allowed me to wear a gown, and I could join many operations. Here, I could hold a laparoscopic camera, forceps, and sutures. I’m truly grateful to have had these experiences,” said a Wakayama Medical University student.

“In the labor room, I took part in a caesarean section. I sucked amniotic fluid out of a baby’s mouth. This’s my first time to do it. I was really impressed! In free time, I talked to doctors and residents a lot. I found that the circumstances in clinical practices are similar to Japan, such as working life, popular department, and so on. It’s interesting! One thing that I felt most surprised is that almost all Thai doctors and medical students can speak and use medical terms in English,” said a Fujita Health University student.

 

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

KKU-MD welcomes exchange student from Gifu University, Japan

 

On May 1, 2023, KKU-MD welcomed Mr. Araki Ayumu, exchange student from Gifu University, Japan to our Departments of Emergency​ Medicine​ and​ Community, Family and Occupational Medicine. The program was scheduled for 4 weeks from May 2 to 25, 2023 under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Gifu University School of Medicine and KKU-MD.

At his Orientation Day, he was introduced to our faculty and programs via a campus tour, supervisor meetings, and city tour with his new MD friends to visit famous attractions such as Wat Nong Waeng, Chao Por Mahe Sak Shrine, Khon Kaen street art, and to enjoy Thai food at Ton Tann Night Market.

 

 

 

 

Reporting by Sathaphorn Onlamun

Editing by Prof. John F Smith

KKU-MD welcomes exchange students from Fujita Health University, Japan

 

On April 3, 2023, KKU-MD welcomed 3 sixth year exchange students from Fujita Health University, Japan: Miss Mizuna Wakahara to our Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Mr. Kosuke Sumi and Mr. Takamoto Bando to our Department of Orthopedics.

The 4-week program (April 4 to 27, 2023) was organized under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Fujita Health University and KKU-MD and relates to the first Faculty Strategic Issue on “Go International”.

At their Orientation Day the students were introduced to our faculty and programs via a campus tour, supervisor meetings, and city tour to visit famous attractions such as Wat Nong Waeng and Wat Thung Setthi.

 

KKU-MD welcomes exchange students from Wakayama Medical University, Japan

 

On April 3, 2023, KKU-MD welcomed 4 fifth year exchange students from Wakayama Medical University, Japan:

  1.  Mr. Takuto Hirata to Department of Emergency Medicine
  2.  Miss Hinako Tanaka to Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  3.  Miss Mari Hayashi to Department of Surgery
  4.  Miss Isui Harie to Department of Surgery

The 4-week program (April 4 to 27, 2023) was organized under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Wakayama Medical University and KKU-MD and relates to the first Faculty Strategic Issue on “Go International”.

On the first day they attended a program orientation, a campus tour, supervisor meetings, and a Khon Kaen city tour including Wat Nong Waeng and Wat Thung Setthi temples.