Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Medical school and university hospital in Bangkok, Thailand
Siriraj Hospital is a university hospital and medical school in Bangkok that combines medical education with patient care. The facility offers teaching programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and operates a fully equipped clinical center.
King Chulalongkorn founded Siriraj Hospital in 1888 to address the shortage of doctors in the country. This founding marked the creation of Thailand's first public hospital.
The Siriraj Museum displays collections of forensic medicine and traditional Thai medical practices, allowing visitors to see how healthcare in Southeast Asia developed over time. The exhibitions show how medical approaches in the country have shifted across generations.
The grounds are located on an island in Bangkok Noi and are accessible by public transportation, with museum buildings clearly marked. Visitors should plan time to explore the exhibitions and check which areas are open to the public.
The institution conducts extensive stem cell research and maintains registered cell line collections for medical research. This work allows the hospital to advance modern biological therapies and develop new treatment approaches.
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