Siriluk Dungdawadueng

Social Security Scheme (SSS) in Thailand
SSS covers private-sector employees through a compulsory payroll tax system (with contributions from employers, employees, and the government). It uses capitation payments to control costs and provides a defined set of benefits for both outpatient and inpatient care.

Strengths:
– The tripartite funding…[Read more]

Thailand’s healthcare landscape reveals stark disparities between rural and urban settings. Urban areas like Bangkok boast advanced medical facilities, specialized healthcare professionals, and comprehensive medical technologies. Conversely, rural regions struggle with limited healthcare infrastructure, scarce medical professionals, and reduced…[Read more]

I want to share the health workforce situation challenges in Thailand:

– Uneven geographic distribution of healthcare professionals
– Rural areas experience severe healthcare worker shortages
– High concentration of medical professionals in urban centers like Bangkok
– Aging population increasing healthcare demand
– Limited professional…[Read more]

Using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) instead of traditional paper-based medical records has several advantages and disadvantages. Here are some key points to consider:

Advantages of EMR
1) Improved Efficiency:
• Quick Access: EMRs allow for faster retrieval of patient information, reducing time spent searching for records.
• Streamlined Wor…[Read more]

I would like to share some suggestions for coping with the challenges associated with using big health data in cardiovascular research and clinical care:

Missing Data
– Data Imputation Techniques: Use statistical methods to estimate and fill in missing values.
– Data Quality Improvement: Implement standardized data collection protocols to…[Read more]

I’d like to share my views on the four recommended points for public health professionals to fight corruption. Here they are, along with my thoughts:

1. Consensus Building
Recommendation: Engage stakeholders to agree on the scale and nature of corruption.
I agree with this recommendation. Building consensus among stakeholders is crucial b…[Read more]

Thank you for sharing. I agree with your assessment that, although the initiative focuses on crucial areas—service delivery, health workforce, and health information systems—there is a need for comprehensive enhancements across all WHO building blocks to fully meet objectives. Continued efforts in financing, medicine and technology, and gov…[Read more]

Your explanation of Thailand’s “Cancer Anywhere” policy showcases its innovative design for delivering comprehensive cancer care. I fully concur that, while the policy promotes greater accessibility and equity, significant operational hurdles persist. Addressing these through better resource allocation, improved data sharing, and stronger leade…[Read more]

Example: Implementing an Integrated Health Data Repository to Enhance Care Coordination:

A regional healthcare network, consisting of several hospitals and primary care clinics, aimed to improve care coordination and patient outcomes by consolidating patient data into a single, integrated health data repository. Previously, each facility managed…[Read more]

Hi Thinzar 🙂 Thank you for your message.
It’s wonderful to learn about your extensive background in computer science, and software development, and your work in the health sector sounds fascinating. I’m particularly impressed by your focus on health information systems and your proficiency in SQL for data validation and reporting these are val…[Read more]

My name is Siriluk, you can call me ‘New’ 🙂

My background is in biotechnology and marketing, and I have worked in the clinical vaccine trial field for over seven years. I started my career as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) in a pharmaceutical company, focusing on multiple site monitoring and clinical site management.

Driven by a passion…[Read more]

A comprehensive Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) ensures organizational resilience by addressing critical areas.

• Risk Assessment and Business Impact Analysis (BIA) identify essential systems and data, assessing risks and their potential operational impact.
• Clear Recovery Objectives Define Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Obj…[Read more]

In the clinical data management field, I propose a project idea based on the 12 steps of project management: “Transitioning from Paper-Based to Electronic Data Capture (EDC) in Clinical Trials.” This project aims to replace paper-based data collection with an EDC system to enhance data quality and streamline workflows. Objectives focus on data…[Read more]

Implementing High Availability (HA) technology in a Hospital Information System (HIS) provides benefits for both patients and the hospital.

Benefits for Patients:
• Healthcare providers can access real-time information, leading to faster diagnoses and better outcomes.
• Continuous access to medical information reduces errors, improving pat…[Read more]

Let me share some ideas to motivate my team, start by assigning clear roles and responsibilities to promote ownership and accountability. Provide opportunities for learning and professional growth, such as training or mentorship. Celebrate milestones and successes to keep morale high. Foster collaboration by encouraging open communication and…[Read more]

Incident: Breach of Confidentiality

What happened?
An email containing participant IDs and sensitive clinical data was inadvertently sent to an unauthorized recipient due to human error. The email was not encrypted, increasing the risk of data exposure.

How did it affect the system or users?
• Compromised participant privacy, potentially v…[Read more]

In my role as a Clinical Data Manager, recalling details accurately during project meetings is crucial. One instance where I found this skill lacking was during a project meeting with the clinical trial team. We were discussing the latest data validation issues, and there were several points raised about discrepancies in participant data entries.…[Read more]

I consider empathy my strongest Emotional Intelligence component. In managing clinical data, I frequently interact with diverse teams and study participants, each with unique perspectives and challenges. My empathy enables me to understand others’ emotions and motivations, fostering trust and rapport. For instance, I acknowledge the efforts of…[Read more]

1) Should you give the data out?
Individual-level data should not be disseminated. It contains sensitive personal information that can be used to identify patients, thereby violating their privacy rights and ethical standards without their explicit consent. The sharing of such data may also violate legal obligations under laws such as GDPR or…[Read more]

I face a complex ethical dilemma as a health information professional in this scenario. In the following, I will talk about the situation, considering the principles of confidentiality.

1) What should you do?

Even though I really wanted to tell my friend, I should put patient confidentiality first and not provide any details about my friend’s…[Read more]