2023-11-06 13:16:31
Bangkok Hospital Launches Precision Medicine: Harnessing the Power of Genes for Health
Bangkok Hospital has recently launched an innovative Precision Medicine program that aims to revolutionize healthcare by utilizing genetic information to personalize treatment plans and improve patient outcomes. The program, which focuses on the role of genes in health, was unveiled at a press conference held at the Rehabilitation Medicine Building.
Dr. Methini Maipaeng, Group 1 Executive Chairman and Director of Bangkok Hospital, explained that Precision Medicine is the application of genetic knowledge and the human genome to healthcare. The hospital is using advanced genetic technology called Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) to detect and analyze genetic abnormalities. This technology is rapidly evolving and allows for the analysis of large amounts of genetic data, resulting in accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
Within the Precision Medicine program, Bangkok Hospital is collaborating with N Health Genomics Laboratory, a subsidiary of BDMS, to offer medical genetic testing and treatment services. These services aim to enhance the level of medical capabilities in caring for the health of both Thai people and foreigners using advanced genetic testing technology.
During the event, various experts discussed the importance of Precision Medicine in different areas of healthcare. Topics covered included increasing chances of pregnancy and family planning, genetic testing for heart disease risk, cancer treatment planning, lifestyle assessment for disease prevention, and choosing medicines based on genetic profiles.
Precision Medicine packages offered by Bangkok Hospital include Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGT-A) to check embryo chromosomes before implantation, Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) for screening genetic abnormalities in unborn babies, and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP) to assess cancer risk, among others.
Dr. Methini emphasized that each person is unique, and their genetic code holds valuable information for their healthcare. By unlocking the secrets in their genes, individuals can receive personalized and comprehensive care, ranging from disease prevention to treatment planning. Bangkok Hospital’s Precision Medicine program is designed to provide a guideline for individual health care, ensuring the use of safe medicine and promoting good health throughout every stage of life.
As Precision Medicine gains traction worldwide, Bangkok Hospital is at the forefront of this medical revolution, offering cutting-edge genetic testing and interpretation databases according to international standards. By embracing the power of genes, the hospital aims to transform healthcare and improve the well-being of individuals in Thailand and beyond.]
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