Dr. Lee-Ling Lim
Endocrinologist
Malaysia
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MBBS (Mal), PhD (CUHK),
FRCP (Lond), FRCP (Edin), AM Dr. Lee-Ling Lim is an esteemed Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With an impressive academic background, including an MBBS from Malaysia and a PhD from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Dr. Lim holds fellowships from prestigious institutions such as the Royal College of Physicians in London and Edinburgh. As Head of the Diabetes Care Unit and Senior Consultant Endocrinologist at the University of Malaya Medical Centre, Dr. Lim plays a pivotal role in patient care and academic leadership. Additionally, she serves as a Clinical Associate Professor (Honorary) in the Department of Medicine & Therapeutics at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, further extending her expertise and influence in the field of endocrinology.
Dr. Tsang Man Wo
Endocrinologist
Hong Kong
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MBBS(HK), MRCP(UK),
FHKCP, FHKAM, FRCP(Edin), FRCP(Glasg), FRCP(London)
Dr. Tsang Man Wo is a distinguished Specialist in Endocrinology, Metabolism & Diabetes, currently serving as the Medical Director (clinic & staff development) at United Medical Practice and a part-time Medical Consultant at United Christian Hospital in Hong Kong. With extensive experience and expertise in his field, Dr. Tsang is also a respected reviewer for the Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (JAFES). Throughout his career, Dr. Tsang has been an active member of various professional organizations, including the Hong Kong Medical Association, the Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Reproduction, and the American Diabetes Association. He is also a founding member of The University of Hong Kong Foundation for Education and Research and a Fellow of the Endocrine Society in the United States
Dr. V Mohan
Diabetologist
India
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Dr. V Mohan is a distinguished leader in the field of diabetology, serving as the Chairman and Chief of Diabetology at Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre, recognized as an IDF Centre of Excellence in Diabetes Care. Additionally, he chairs the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation in Chennai, an esteemed ICMR Center for Advanced Research on Diabetes. A prolific researcher, Dr. Mohan has an impressive record of 1,677 published papers, amassing over 202,000 citations and an h-index of 153. His outstanding contributions to endocrinology and metabolism have earned him a spot among the top 2% of scientists worldwide, and he is acknowledged as the leading scientist in India in his field, according to Stanford University's global rankings. Moreover, Expertscape (PubMed) has recognized him among the top 0.01% of researchers in type 2 diabetes. Dr. V Mohan's groundbreaking work continues to shape the landscape of diabetes research and treatment, solidifying his status as a global authority in diabetology.
Dr. Krishna Seshadri
Endocrinologist
India
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Dr. Krishna G Seshadri is a Consultant at Chennai Diabetes & Endocrinology Clinic, Chennai, and Sr. Consultant at Apollo Hospitals in Vanagaram, Chennai. He is an American Board-Certified [Endocrinology Diabetes Metabolism Internal Medicine] Endocrinologist. He is a professor of Endocrinology & Medical Education. Dr. Seshadri is Board Member at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth and MGM Health. With several publications and numerous papers to his credit, Dr. Seshadri is a member of many organizations and an orator par excellence. He is a recipient of PN Shah Oration of the Endocrine Society, Sam GP Moses oration of the RSSDI and Sindhu Pandit Oration in Medical Education. He is leading a Funded Translational Research on Circadian Rhythms and Metabolism. He is an Associate Editor of International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries; Editor in Chief of Thyroid Research in Practice; Editorial board member of Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism; and Member of Curriculum Expert Group National Medical Council. Dr. Seshadri’s Tech Interest lies in Clinical Decision Support Device EMR Connect and Machine Learning.
Dr. Shashank Joshi
Endocrinologist
India
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Dr. Shashank R. Joshi is a practicing Endocrinologist and Diabetologist who has topped all years of MBBS, MD, and DM with Gold Medals. He is the President of Indian Academy of Diabetes, Past President of Endocrine Society of India, Past President, API (Association of Physicians of India) (2014-15) and Past President of RSSDI (Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India).Consultant Endocrinologist at Lilavati Hospitals & Joshi Clinic. He is also Chief Scientist at Twin health a digital health start up.He is a former faculty at Grant Medical College and Seth GS Medical College in Medicine and Endocrinology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (USA), American College of Physicians (USA) and the Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London ,Glasgow and Edinburgh). He has more than 1000 research publications to his credit. He is the Hon. Emeritus Editor of JAPI (Journal of The Association of Physicians of India), Ex Editor of Indian Journal of Obesity, Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism and Indian Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics and several other leading medical journals. He is affiliated to several leading hospitals of the city including Lilavati & Sir HN Hospitals. He is the Past President, AIAARO (All India Association of Advancement for Research in Obesity, IASO Affiliate), Past Chapter Chair (India), American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE).
Prof. Dr. Winnie Chee
Dietician
Malaysia
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Prof. Dr. Winnie Chee is a distinguished academic and healthcare professional in the field of nutrition and dietetics. As the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Academic Professor at the International Medical University (IMU) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, she is nationally and internationally recognized for her expertise in evidence-based diet and lifestyle management of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and bone health nutrition. Dr. Chee is a founding member and former President of the Malaysian Dietitians Association (MDA) and currently serves as its Vice-President. With a career spanning decades, she continues to contribute significantly to academia, professional associations, and clinical practice as a consultant dietitian at IMU Healthcare
Dr. Nghiem Nguyet Thu
Director
Vietnam
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Dr. Nghiem Nguyet Thu, MD, PhD, is the Head of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics at the Vietnam National Institute of Nutrition and Director of the Clinical Nutrition Center at Bach Mai Hospital. She also serves as Vice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Dietetic Association and is a visiting lecturer at Hanoi Medical University and Hanoi Public Health University.
Dr. Roberto C. Mirasol
Endocrinologist
Philippines
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Dr. Roberto C. Mirasol is the Chief of the Section of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at St. Luke's Medical Center, Quezon City, where he also serves as a consultant at the Weight Management Center. Additionally, he is the Section Chief of Endocrinology at Manila Doctors Hospital and the Head of Diabetes and Thyroid Clinics at Rizal Medical Center. Dr. Mirasol is a former President of both the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (AFES) and the Philippine College of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (PCEDM).
Dr. Shannon Lin
Nutritionist
Australia
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PhD, Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian (AdvAPD), Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE)
Dr. Shannon Lin is a highly accomplished diabetes and nutrition specialist with a passion for improving health outcomes, particularly for underserved populations. She is dedicated to advancing diabetes education, management, advocacy, and research. Dr. Lin serves as a Board Director for the Australian Diabetes Educators Association and is an editor and reviewer for well-recognized journals, including the Australian Diabetes Educator. She also has strong collaborations throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Dr. Yang Yi Sun
Physician
Taiwan
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Dr Yang is an Endocrinology and Metabolism Physician. She graduated from Department of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University in 1998, and obtained her PhD degree in 2014. She also completed her advanced specialist training in endocrinology and metabolism diseases and geriatric medicine. She is currently the director of the Internal Medicine Department and associate professor in the Department of Medicine in Chung Shan Medical University Hospital.
Dr Yang took charge of many clinical studies to investigate the effectiveness, safety and health-economic benefits of antidiabetic drugs and published many high-impact literatures for diabetes care and prevention of cardiovascular event in type 2 diabetes population. Currently, she is the secretary-general of Diabetes Association of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and executive member of Diabetes Shared Care Program Association, Taichung, Taiwan. Under her association position, she worked with the committee members to establish many guidelines for diabetes healthcare. Recently, she organized the advisory committee and established the vaccination recommendation for type 2 diabetes population and improved the vaccination awareness for physicians and educators of diabetes management.
Prof. Ko Ko
Endocrinologist
Myanmar
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M.B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc (Int. Med.), MRCP (UK), FRCP (Edin.), Dr.Med.Sc (General Medicine), Dip. Med. Ed
Prof. Ko Ko is the Professor
Head of the Department of Diabetes & Endocrinology at the University of Medicine 2 and North Okkalapa General Hospital (NOGH) in Yangon. He is also the President of the Myanmar Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (MSEM).
Jeremy Robles
Endocrinologist
Philippines
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Dr. Jeremy Robles is a past president of both the Philippine Society of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (PSEDM) and the Philippine Thyroid Association (PTA). He is an endocrinologist at Chong Hua Hospital in Cebu and Mandaue City, a peer reviewer for the Journal of ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (JAFES), and a member of the Advocacy Working Group at the International Society of Endocrinology.
Dr. Osama Hamdy
Endocrinologist
US
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MD, PhD, FACE, Senior Endocrinologist
Medical Director - Joslin Obesity Clinical
Program Director - International Medical Affairs, Joslin Diabetes Center
Associate Professor of Medicine - Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Hamdy is very active in nutrition and obesity clinical research. His lab led to many innovations and discoveries that changed how we currently manage obesity in patients with either type 2 or type 1 diabetes and were incorporated in National and International Guidelines.
Dr. Chung-Mei Ouyang
Dietician
Taiwan
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Dr. Chung Mei Ouyang is the Director and Dietitian at the Department of Dietetics, National Taiwan University Hospital, Hsin-Chu Branch. She serves as a Supervisor for the Taiwanese Association of Diabetes Educators (TADE) and is a Director and Committee member of the Nutrition Development Committee at TADE. Additionally, she is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at China Medical University.
Dr. Arun Shah
Nephrologist
India
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Dr. Arun Shah is a Consultant Nephrologist at Lilavati Hospital, PD Hinduja National Hospital (Khar), and Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital (Juhu). He serves as Vice President of the Mumbai Kidney Foundation and Treasurer of COREP Trust/Amar Gandhi Foundation. He received the Dronacharya Award 2023 by Avatar - Association of Renal Physicians and was honored as the Best Clinician and Academician in Nephrology 2013 by Indian Medical Association.
Sherlyn Quek
Nutritionist
Singapore
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Sherlyn Quek is a consultant nutritionist at MapleBear Holdings Pte Ltd, where she provides expert nutritional guidance to over 40 MapleBear Centres across Singapore. Her role focuses on ensuring that children receive optimal nutrition for their health and well-being. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Nutrition Science from the University of Surrey, UK.
Prof. Chaicharn Deerochanawong
Endocrinologist
Thailand
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Prof. Chaicharn Deerochanawong holds a position as a Clinical Professor of Medicine and consultant physician in Diabetes and Endocrinology Unit at Rajavithi Hospital, College of Medicine, Rangsit University, Bangkok, Thailand. He also holds the position of Deputy Dean of Faculty of Medicine, Rangsit Univeristy. Currently he is the President of the Endocrine Society of Thailand, Scietific Chairman of Thai Diabetes Association and Secretariat of Thai Obesity Association. He was past President of Thai Atherosclerosis Society. In addition, he is also a member of various societies including European Association of the Studies of Diabetes (EASD), International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and American Diabetes Association (ADA). He was the scientific chairman of the 6th IDF WPR congress in Bangkok 2005, the 15th ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies in Bangkok 2009 and the 8th Asia-Pacific Society of atherosclerosis and vascular diseases (APSAVD) in Phuket 2012. Recently he is the Chairman of the 21st ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies in Bangkok 2023.