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BANGKOK, July 2, 2026 – Chulabhorn Royal Academy, organized a special commemorative lecture titled "Sirisilapin: Fantasia – The Reflection of HRH Princess Chulabhorn’s Benevolence." The event was held to honor and celebrate the auspicious occasion of the birthday anniversary of Professor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana, President of Chulabhorn Royal Academy, on July 4, 2026. On this occasion, Professor Emeritus Rajata Rajatanavin, M.D., Acting Deputy Secretary-General of Chulabhorn Royal Academy, delivered a keynote address on "Science of Royal Benevolence: From the Foundation of Royal Determination to the Well-being of the People," and officially announced the recipients of the 2026 “Sri Savangavadhana Award” at the Convention Hall, 6th Floor of the Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana Building, Chulabhorn Hospital.
During the lecture, Professor Emeritus Rajata Rajatanavin, M.D., illustrated the visualization derived from the artistic works handcrafted by the "SIRISILAPIN" (Auspicious Artist). He emphasized that far beyond the visual aesthetic of the artwork lies the immense "royal benevolence" and "compassion" deeply rooted in Her Royal Highness’s constant concern for the well-being and happiness of the Thai people. This artistic vision is profoundly intertwined with the science of royal benevolence in medicine and public health. Since the inception of "Chulabhorn Royal Academy" in 2016, established to pay tribute to and fulfill the royal aspirations of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great (Rama IX), Her Royal Highness has demonstrated farsighted vision. Recognizing the critical need to produce and develop health science and public health professionals in shortage fields, she envisioned an institution dedicated to cultivating graduates imbued with virtue, ethics, and a spirit of volunteerism. Concurrently, Her Royal Highness initiated the expansion of Chulabhorn Hospital’s scope of care to encompass all medical conditions, thereby increasing opportunities for the public to access comprehensive, advanced tertiary medical treatments. Furthermore, this royal benevolence has continuously extended to citizens in remote and rural areas through the "Royal Medical Unit" and the Volunteer Medical Unit under the Princess Mother’s Medical Volunteer Foundation, ensuring that underprivileged populations in remote terrains enjoy equitable and fair access to quality medical services.
This multi-faceted royal dedication and profound vision inspired the “Srisavangavadhana Award” project—a joint initiative between Chulabhorn Royal Academy, the Ministry of Public Health, and the Ministry of Interior. The award aims to express deepest gratitude and honor the President of Chulabhorn Royal Academy, while sustaining the royal determination to support hospitals nationwide in continuously improving efficient service delivery. The initiative seeks to ensure that patients in every remote locality have equal access to standard, high-quality public health care equipped with modern medical technology. It serves to honor public health service units in remote areas that dedicate themselves to driven, standardized, self-sacrificing, and equitable operations, while inspiring other public health organizations to maintain continuous development across all dimensions for the ultimate benefit of the Thai people in accordance with the royal path.
The official results of the 2026 “Srisavangavadhana Award” categorized by hospital type are as follows:
Category 1: Regional Hospitals, Specialized/System-Specific Hospitals, and Crown Prince Hospitals (Regional Hospital Level) Recipient: Udon Thani Hospital Recognized for its outstanding achievements in networking, community engagement, and public accessibility. The hospital successfully bridges medical service gaps to reach vulnerable groups, persons with disabilities, and marginalized populations through Telemedicine. Its services feature comprehensive palliative care and home-based care for patients, the elderly, or dependent individuals delivered by medical professionals and expert caregivers. Furthermore, it stands as an exemplary model for integrating community strength and faith, collaborating closely with temples and local administrative organizations to the point where it has become a deeply rooted, sustainable corporate culture.
Category 2: General Hospitals and Crown Prince Hospitals (General Hospital Level) Recipient: Pattani Hospital Commended for its profound understanding of local beliefs, religious nuances, and multicultural ways of life, successfully operating amidst security challenges. The hospital has established robust networks comprising civil society, religious leaders, and Village Health Volunteers who serve as role models in healthcare. It is also distinguished by the integration of advanced technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimize the patient journey in the emergency room, alongside the creation of a flood dashboard to manage medical equipment and manpower instantaneously during crises.
Category 3: Community Hospitals and Crown Prince Hospitals (Community Hospital Level) Recipient: Thepha Hospital, Thepha District, Songkhla Province Honored for its steadfast focus on sustainable primary healthcare that addresses the authentic health needs of local villagers in an area characterized by cultural diversity and security constraints. The hospital has demonstrated a remarkable ability to foster deep community engagement and tangible problem-solving partnerships with district-level network allies, reflecting the core essence of community-centric public health.
Category 4: Sub-district Health Promoting Hospitals and Health Stations Honoring the 60th Birthday Anniversary of Queen Sirikit Recipient: Krathum Lom Sub-district Health Promoting Hospital, Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom Province Recognized as a benchmark for continuous development through the innovative integration of digital systems and telemedicine linked with family medicine physicians. This approach has enabled rapid, high-quality policy implementation with clear, measurable outcomes. Additionally, the hospital features highly efficient laboratory facilities and critical patient referral systems that reflect exemplary and effective teamwork.
In his closing remarks, Professor Emeritus Rajata Rajatanavin, M.D., stated: “The proud achievements of these four model medical institutions honored today represent a vivid visualization of success born from the continuation of the royal determination to assist people in every territory. This stems from the boundless royal benevolence and compassion of the President of Chulabhorn Royal Academy. Therefore, the 2026 Srisavangavadhana Award is not merely a badge of success; it stands as a solemn 'covenant' for all medical and public health personnel to unite our expertise, integrity, and volunteer spirit. Together, we will tirelessly drive the nation’s healthcare services forward to build an excellent, equitable, and sustainable state of well-being for every single life on Thai soil.”
