Researcher Profile Mr. Weerasak Phanngern, Ph.D. M.Pharm., Pharm.D. Affiliation: Department of Pharmacy, Sirindhorn Hospital, Khon Kaen Province, Thailand, 81 Moo 10, Mittraphap Road, Non Sombun Subdistrict, Ban Haet District, Khon Kaen 40110, Thailand Email: [email protected] Educational Background 2026: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in Clinical Pharmacy Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Thailand 2021: Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm.) in Pharmaceutical Management Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Thailand 2011: Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) in Pharmaceutical Care Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Naresuan University, Thailand Areas of Expertise 1. Pharmaceutical research and health system development, including medicinal plants and natural product development. 2. Primary care pharmacy services and consumer protection. 3. Pharmaceutical care for the prevention and slowing progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). 4. Pharmaceutical care in the management of infectious diseases in intensive care units (ICUs). Professional Competencies and Additional Qualifications Mr. Weerasak serves as a clinical pharmacist in an Integrated Medical Cannabis Clinic, providing specialized pharmaceutical care for patients receiving medical cannabis therapy. He has completed certified training in Medical Cannabis Use conducted by the Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health, Thailand. His professional role focuses on ensuring the effectiveness, safety, and appropriate use of medical cannabis products through evidence-based pharmaceutical care and patient-centered counseling. Professional Training and Continuing Education 2024: Workshop on Human Research Ethics for Biomedical Research: Training Program for Researchers and Human Research Ethics Committee Members Center for Ethics in Human Research, Khon Kaen University, Thailand