Assoc Prof Dr. Raweewan Lertwattanarak | Medicine and Dentistry | Future Frontier Science Award
Instructor at Siriraj hospital, Thailand
Dr. Raweewan Lertwattanarak is an esteemed Associate Professor in the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand. With an extensive background in internal medicine and endocrinology, Dr. Lertwattanarak has made significant contributions to the field through her research and clinical work. She completed her medical degree at Siriraj Hospital and pursued advanced training in internal medicine, family medicine, and endocrinology, including a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Her research spans various aspects of diabetes and endocrinology, including diabetic ketoacidosis, insulinoma, and thyroid disorders. Dr. Lertwattanarak’s work has been published in prominent journals and has received recognition for its impact on improving diabetes management and understanding endocrinological conditions.
Professional Profile:
Education🎓
Dr. Lertwattanarak has a strong educational background, beginning with her MD from Mahidol University, one of Thailand’s top medical schools. Her specialization in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Endocrinology, combined with postdoctoral research training in the United States, reflects a deep commitment to advancing her knowledge and skills. This solid educational foundation is essential for high-impact research, indicating her preparedness for a research-focused award.
Professional Experience 💼
Her extensive experience as an internist and later as an instructor at Mahidol University demonstrates a career dedicated to both clinical practice and academic instruction. Her role as a postdoctoral research fellow at a prestigious U.S. institution adds an international dimension to her experience, further validating her research credentials. Her ongoing academic position at Mahidol University reflects a stable and influential career in the field of endocrinology and metabolism, which is crucial for sustained research productivity.
Research interest🔍
Award and Honor🏅
Dr. Lertwattanarak has received several honors, including Second Class Honors from her medical school and a research award from the Royal College of Physicians of Thailand. These accolades highlight her academic excellence and her contributions to research, particularly in the field of endocrinology. However, while notable, the awards listed are relatively limited in scope compared to what might be expected for a “Best Researcher Award,” which often recognizes a broader or more distinguished range of achievements.
Publications📜
- 📄 Comparison of clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes between initially diagnosed type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus patients presenting with diabetic ketoacidosis
- Author: Mookpaksacharoen, O., Choksakunwong, S., Lertwattanarak, R.
- Journal: BMC Endocrine Disorders
- Year: 2024
- Citation: 📚 0
- 📉 Efficacy of insulin and C-peptide suppression test using a rapid-acting insulin analog to induce hypoglycemia in the diagnosis of insulinoma: A comparison to the supervised prolonged fast test
- Author: Lertwattanarak, R., Laotaveerungrueng, N., Sriussadaporn, S.
- Journal: Endocrine and Metabolic Science
- Year: 2024
- Citation: 📚 0
- 🤖 Pioneering robotic-assisted surgery for insulinoma during pregnancy: The first case report and literature review
- Author: Taweerutchana, V., Choksakunwong, S., Lerwattrakarn, A., Intralawan, T., Lertwattanarak, R.
- Journal: Heliyon
- Year: 2024
- Citation: 📚 0
- 🧬 Young-onset diabetes patients in Thailand: Data from Thai Type 1 Diabetes and Diabetes diagnosed Age before 30 years Registry, Care and Network (T1DDAR CN)
- Author: Dejkhamron, P., Santiprabhob, J., Likitmaskul, S., Nakkaew, S., Nantarakchaikul, P.
- Journal: Journal of Diabetes Investigation
- Year: 2022
- Citation: 📚 5
- 💊 Benefits of Long-Term Continuation of Low-Dose Methimazole Therapy in the Prevention of Recurrent Hyperthyroidism in Graves’ Hyperthyroid Patients: A Randomized Prospective Controlled Study
- Author: Lertwattanarak, R., Kunavisarut, T., Sriussadaporn, S.
- Journal: International Journal of Endocrinology
- Year: 2022
- Citation: 📚 2
- 👁️ Clinical Characteristics, Glycemic Control, and Microvascular Complications Compared Between Young-Onset Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Patients at Siriraj Hospital – A Tertiary Referral Center
- Author: Preechasuk, L., Tantasuwan, S., Likitmaskul, S., Nitiyanant, W., Lertwattanarak, R.
- Journal: Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity
- Year: 2022
- Citation: 📚 6
- ➡️ Progression of prediabetes to type 2 diabetes mellitus in Thai population
- Author: Wutthisathapornchai, A., Lertwattanarak, R.
- Journal: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand
- Year: 2021
- Citation: 📚 1
- 🧑⚕️ Type 1 diabetes management and outcomes: A multicenter study in Thailand
- Author: Dejkhamron, P., Santiprabhob, J., Likitmaskul, S., Nopmaneejumruslers, C., Nitiyanant, W.
- Journal: Journal of Diabetes Investigation
- Year: 2021
- Citation: 📚 14