Chulalongkorn Faculty of Medicine and Chulalongkorn Hospital Receive Thailand Public Service Award (TPSA) 2024 for “Outstanding” Service Innovation 

The Faculty of Medicine at Chulalongkorn University and Chulalongkorn Hospital have been awarded the Thailand Public Service Award (TPSA) 2024 for “Outstanding” service innovation.  This accolade recognizes their development of “Smart Robots” designed to assist in the treatment of thyroid cancer patients using radioactive iodine.  The TPSA award is presented by the Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OCSC) and the official ceremony will take place on September 18, 2024, at the Royal Jubilee Ballroom, Challenger Building, Impact, Muang Thong Thani. 

The Smart Robot project, spearheaded by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kanaungnit Kingpetch and her dedicated team from the Department of Radiology at the Faculty of Medicine, introduced an innovative solution in healthcare.  The innovative robot, named “Nong Happy,” is the first in Thailand to combine medical expertise with advanced engineering technology for thyroid cancer treatment using radioactive iodine.    This project was developed in collaboration with Chulalongkorn Hospital (under the Thai Red Cross Society), and True Digital Group.  The team focused on addressing the needs and challenges faced by both patients and medical staff, resulting in a user-friendly prototype designed to meet specific healthcare needs. 

Key features of the Smart Robot include enhanced patient care, remote medical consultations, and continuous support to ensure patient comfort and peace of mind.  The robot’s design follows the “Humanize” concept, emphasizing empathetic, patient-centered care.  Equipped with a built-in camera and an Android tablet, Nong Happy creates a soothing and reassuring environment for patients, providing smiles and comfort throughout their treatment. 

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