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CRA, Siriraj, and SICRES Unite to Drive Thailand’s Medical Innovation
Chulabhorn Royal Academy Welcomes Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital and SICRES to Advance Clinical Research Collaboration and Elevate Thai Healthcare Globally
BANGKOK, May 20, 2026, Chulabhorn Royal Academy (CRA) welcomed executives and officials from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, and the Siriraj Institute of Clinical Research (SICRES). The visit aimed to foster institutional collaboration in clinical research, enhance medical capabilities, and position Thailand as a leading clinical research hub in Southeast Asia.
Professor Emeritus Rajata Rajatanavin, M.D., Acting Deputy Secretary-General of Chulabhorn Royal Academy, alongside executive members of CRA and Chulabhorn Hospital—including Professor Dr. Ruengpung Sutthent, M.D., Acting Deputy Secretary-General of CRA; Associate Professor Surasak Leela-udomlipi, M.D., Acting Director of Chulabhorn Hospital; Associate Professor Danupol Nantajit, Ph.D., Director of the Bureau of Research and Innovation Administration; and Chumart Phantunane, M.D., Acting Deputy Director of the Bureau of Research and Innovation Management—warmly received the visiting delegation.
The meeting took place at the Clinical Research Administration Office, located on the 7th floor of the Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana Building at Chulabhorn Hospital (400-bed facility). The discussions centered on strategic clinical research development, operational capacity building, and strengthening bilateral ties to drive Thailand toward regional leadership in clinical trials and medical innovation.
The visiting delegation from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital was led by Professor Apichat Asavamongkolkul, M.D., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, and Professor Dr. Yongyut Sirivatanauksorn, M.D., Director of Siriraj Hospital, accompanied by Associate Directors: Associate Professor Sorawit Weerawan, M.D., Assistant Professor Teerawut Thamybnoonsri, M.D., and Associate Professor Dr. Podjawan Pisalprapa, M.D.
The SICRES leadership team was led by Professor Emeritus Kulkanya Chokephaibulkit, M.D., Advisor to SICRES; Associate Professor Dr. Pongsakorn Tantilipikorn, M.D., Director of SICRES; and Associate Professor Somruedee Chatsiricharoenkul, M.D., Deputy Director of SICRES.
During the visit, the delegation attended briefings and toured the CRA Clinical Research Center, which is currently undergoing expansion. They also visited the 400-bed Chulabhorn Hospital building, a state-of-the-art facility fully equipped to support advanced clinical trials. The itinerary concluded with a joint summary and strategic discussion session at the 60th Birthday Anniversary HRH Princess Chulabhorn Research and Learning Building.
This visit marks a crucial milestone in the partnership between Chulabhorn Royal Academy and the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. By integrating knowledge and reinforcing confidence in their high-capacity clinical trial sites, the two institutions are not only propelling Thai medical research and innovation forward but also laying a solid foundation to improve healthcare standards. This collaboration will ultimately enhance public access to novel drugs and investigational products, contributing to the sustainable health and well-being of Thai citizens and global community.
