KCMH · Bangkok, Thailand
Learning objectives, training structure, programme options, and fees.
Overview
The Photodermatology Visiting Professional Programme at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital offers dermatology fellows, consultants, and visiting clinicians the opportunity to gain clinical exposure to one of Thailand's leading specialist photodermatology services.
The programme aims to broaden participants' clinical experience, strengthen their understanding of photodermatology, and support the development of knowledge and skills that can be applied in their own clinical practice or academic setting. A Certificate of Attendance may be awarded upon completion of programmes lasting 12 weeks or longer.
What You Will Gain
Participants will have the opportunity to build clinical knowledge, observe expert-led services, and engage in academic and multidisciplinary activities across the Photodermatology Unit.
How It Works
The programme is delivered within the clinical workplace and is structured around supervised clinical observation, teaching activities, and exposure to specialist services. Participants will be aligned with supervisors from the Photodermatology Unit, who will help guide their learning experience according to their background, level of training, and professional goals.
The Photodermatology Unit has two main service areas:
1. Photodiagnosis & Specialist Photodermatoses Care
2. Phototherapy & Photodynamic Therapy Services
Choose Your Track
Three tracks are available to suit your training level, goals, and available time. Duration and focus may be tailored to your individual learning objectives.
4 – 8 weeks
Suitable for dermatology fellows or trainees currently enrolled in a formal training programme who wish to gain short-term exposure to photodermatology.
Programme Features
Requirements
Timeline
From
USD 295 / wk
12 weeks – 6 months
Suitable for dermatologists or healthcare professionals seeking structured exposure through clinical observation, teaching sessions, and multidisciplinary activities.
Programme Features
Requirements
Timeline
From
USD 375 / wk
7 months – 1 year
An extended clinical and/or research attachment for applicants seeking comprehensive exposure to photodermatology. Thai medical registration may be required for clinical practice.
Programme Features
Requirements
Timeline
From
USD 265 / wk
Programme duration and focus may be tailored according to the participant's learning objectives.
Selected Fellowship applicants demonstrating excellent research performance during their programme may be eligible to apply for the SOLLAIRE scholarship. Details are provided to Fellowship participants at the appropriate stage of their attachment.
A Typical Week
The schedule below illustrates the range of clinical, academic, and multidisciplinary activities available during the programme. The actual timetable will vary depending on clinic availability, supervisor schedules, public holidays, and the participant's training objectives.
| Day | Time | Session | Activity / Clinic | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–12:00 | Morning | General Photo Consultation and Monitoring Clinic Phototherapy Clinic | Dermatology Teaching Clinic |
| 13:00–16:00 | Afternoon | Photobiology Clinic Psoriasis MDT Clinic Tele-Photodermatology Clinic | Dermatology Clinic | |
| Tuesday | 09:00–12:00 | Morning | Phototherapy Clinic | Dermatology Clinic |
| 13:00–16:00 | Afternoon | CME Activities eg Lectures (Thai) | Dermatology Office | |
| Wednesday | 08:00–12:00 | Morning | Photodynamic Therapy Clinic (PDT) General Dermatology Vitiligo Clinic | Dermatology Clinic Teaching Clinic |
| 13:00–16:00 | Afternoon | Interesting Cases/Grand Round CME Activities | Dermatology Office | |
| Thursday | 08:00–12:00 | Morning | Phototherapy Clinic | Dermatology Clinic |
| 13:00–16:00 | Afternoon | Phototesting Clinic Photodynamic Therapy Clinic (PDT) PPRIME MDT Clinic for genophotodermatoses (scheduled) | Dermatology Clinic | |
| Friday | 09:00–12:00 | Morning | General Dermatology | Dermatology Clinic |
| 13:00–16:00 | Afternoon | CME reading | Dermatology Office |
A detailed weekly schedule can be provided to prospective participants upon enquiry.
Review the eligibility criteria and requirements for each programme option, then contact the Photodermatology Unit to begin your application.
How to Apply