Dr. Veeradej Pisprasert, MD, PhD
Associate Professor, Division of Clinical Nutrition, Khon Kaen University, Thailand
General Secretary, Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Society of Asia (PENSA)
Vice President, Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition of Thailand (SPENT)

Dr. Veeradej Pisprasert is a highly regarded expert in clinical nutrition, metabolic disorders, and malnutrition management. He is an Associate Professor in the Division of Clinical Nutrition, Department of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Thailand, where he has been a faculty member since 2003. He also holds prominent leadership roles as General Secretary of PENSA and Vice President of SPENT.

Dr. Pisprasert earned his MD (First-Class Honors) from Mahidol University (1999), followed by postgraduate diplomas in Clinical Sciences (2001), Internal Medicine (2003), Family Medicine (2004), and Clinical Nutrition (2010) from the Medical Council of Thailand. He later obtained his PhD in Nutrition Sciences from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA (2013).

A member of several prestigious medical and nutrition organizations, Dr. Pisprasert is part of the Core Committee of the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) since 2021. His research contributions have been widely recognized, earning him accolades such as the ESPEN Travel Grant (2008), UAB National Alumni Scholarship Award (2010), Howerde E. Sauberlich Endowed Award for Excellence in Nutrition Science Research (2013), and the PENSA Center Award (2021).

With extensive publications in hospital-related diseases, metabolic syndrome, sarcopenia, and cancer-related malnutrition, Dr. Pisprasert has contributed significantly to clinical practice recommendations for parenteral nutrition and global malnutrition diagnosis (GLIM). A sought-after international speaker, he remains committed to advancing evidence-based clinical nutrition and patient care worldwide.

Dr. Reynaldo P. Sinamban, MD, MHA, FPCMNP, FPCS, FACS
President, Philippine Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (PhilSPEN)
Head, Division of Surgical Nutrition & Trauma-Critical Care, St. Luke’s Medical Center, Quezon City, Philippines

Dr. Reynaldo Sinamban is a leading figure in Surgical Critical Care and Medical Nutrition in the Philippines, with extensive expertise in trauma surgery, critical care, and surgical nutrition. He currently serves as President of the Philippine Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (PhilSPEN) and holds key leadership roles, including Board Member and Treasurer of the Philippine College of Medical Nutrition Physicians (PCMNP).

Dr. Sinamban is the Head of the Division of Surgical Nutrition and Head of the Division of Trauma and Critical Care Surgery at St. Luke’s Medical Center, Quezon City. Additionally, he contributes to medical nutrition management as Co-Chairman of the Nutrition Management Team and member of the Metabolic Monitoring Team at Makati Medical Center, Philippines.

A fellowship-trained expert in Trauma and Critical Care Surgery from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Ohio, USA, Dr. Sinamban is also an active member of ASPEN, ESPEN, and ASSMN, furthering international collaboration in clinical nutrition and critical care.

Prof. em Rémy Meier, MD
Emeritus Professor of Gastroenterology, University of Basel, Switzerland

Prof. em Rémy Meier is a distinguished specialist in gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition, with a career spanning over four decades in clinical practice, research, and medical education. He completed his medical training at the University of Zürich (1975–1981) and later earned his Professorship in Gastroenterology at the University of Basel in 2008.

From 1987 to 2014, Prof. Meier served at the University Hospital of Liestal, where he was Head of the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (1994–2014). Following his retirement from hospital and university duties in 2014, he has remained highly active as a consultant and educator, engaging in global teaching initiatives.

A highly respected member of numerous national and international societies, Prof. Meier has played a key role in ASPEN and ESPEN, serving as Co-Director of the ESPEN Life-Long Learning (LLL) program since 2005. His academic contributions include:

Publications: 92 peer-reviewed papers, 33 original research articles, 182 review articles
Authorship: 10 books and 62 book chapters
Honorary Memberships: 13 from esteemed global institutions

Prof. Meier’s influence in the field of clinical nutrition and gastroenterology continues through his ongoing consultancy and international teaching efforts, shaping the next generation of medical professionals.

Dr. Kathleen Gura, PharmD
President, American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN)
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School

Dr. Kathleen Gura is a leading expert in clinical nutrition and pharmaceutical compounding, specializing in neonatal nutrition and intestinal failure. She is a key member of the Clinical Nutrition Service in the Division of GI/Nutrition and the Center for Advanced Intestinal Rehabilitation at Boston Children’s Hospital.

In addition to her clinical work, she is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Nutrition at Harvard Medical School and serves as faculty at the colleges of pharmacy at MCPHS and Northeastern University.

A prolific researcher and author, Dr. Gura has published over 200 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters on critical topics in parenteral nutrition, intestinal failure, and neonatal nutrition. She has played a pivotal role in advancing clinical nutrition practice and currently serves as President of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN), leading efforts to improve patient care and nutrition therapy worldwide.

Prof. Gil Hardy, PhD, FRSC, FASPEN
Emeritus Professor of Clinical Nutrition, Auckland, New Zealand

Prof. Gil Hardy is a globally recognized expert in pharmaceutical and clinical nutrition, with a distinguished career spanning research, innovation, and leadership. Trained as a biochemist in the UK, he conducted research under Nobel Laureate Professor Sir Hans Krebs at the University of Oxford. He played a pioneering role in parenteral nutrition, co-developing the first disposable 3-litre parenteral nutrition bag at St Mark’s Hospital, London.

With over 250 publications, Prof. Hardy’s research has focused on lipids, glutamine, micronutrients, and chyme reinfusion therapy for intestinal failure. He is a founding and life member of the British Pharmaceutical Nutrition Group and has held key positions in major nutrition societies, including BAPEN, the UK and NZ Nutrition Societies, and AuSPEN, where he served as Vice President.

He has been deeply involved with ESPEN and ASPEN since their inception, serving on research committees and as an elected ASPEN Fellow (2015). From 2020 to 2022, he was on the Board of Directors of ASPEN, representing the organization in the International Human Rights for Clinical Nutrition Working Group and as a board member of WASPEN (West African Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition).

Prof. Hardy’s contributions have been recognized with numerous international awards and honorary fellowships across Asia, Australasia, Europe, Latin America, and the USA. He was the founder and first chairman of the International Clinical Nutrition Section (ICNS) and has been named the 2025 ASPEN Nutrition Champion for his outstanding impact on the field.

Prof. Jaw-Yuan Wang, MD, PhD
Superintendent, Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital
Professor, Kaohsiung Medical University, Taiwan

Prof. Jaw-Yuan Wang is a renowned expert in surgical and molecular oncology, specializing in colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal malignancies, nutrition therapy, and robotic surgery. With a distinguished career in both research and clinical practice, he has contributed extensively to advancing cancer treatment, having performed over 740 robotic colorectal cancer surgeries—the highest in Taiwan.

A highly respected figure in his field, Prof. Wang has held leadership roles such as President of the Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Taiwan (2018–2020) and is a member of the European Society of Coloproctology Global Reach Committee. He also leads the Colorectal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team and serves as Chairman of the Nutrition Support Council at Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital.

His research achievements include publishing over 412 peer-reviewed papers (including 346 SCI-indexed publications), authoring six book chapters, and securing 12 international patents. He has also been a principal investigator for major colorectal cancer research projects at Academia Sinica, Taiwan. Prof. Wang is a sought-after editorial board member and reviewer for leading journals such as Annals of Surgery, Gastroenterology, Cancer Research, and British Journal of Cancer.

His contributions to precision medicine and surgical oncology have earned him numerous awards, including the Taiwan Symbol of National Quality (SNQ) Gold Medal Award in 2023 for his team’s excellence in Integrated Home Parenteral Nutrition Care.

Professor Dr Winnie Chee, PhD , RD, FMDA, FNSM
Professor, International Medical University (IMU), Kuala Lumpur
Consultant Dietitian, IMU Healthcare

Prof. Winnie Chee is a distinguished expert in nutrition and dietetics, specializing in dietary and lifestyle interventions for diabetes, obesity, and bone health nutrition. She has led multiple randomized controlled trials and has an extensive publication record in high-impact scientific Journals.

A recognized leader in her field, Prof. Chee actively contributes to national and international committees involved in developing medical nutrition therapy guidelines and advancing professional development in dietetics. She is a founding member of the Malaysian Dietitians’ Association (MDA) and has played a pivotal role in shaping the profession, having served as President (2014–2020), current Vice-President, and a Council Member on the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC).

Her contributions to the field have been honored with prestigious fellowships and awards, including:

Fellowship Award, Malaysian Dietitians’ Association (MDA)
Fellowship Award, Nutrition Society of Malaysia (NSM)
Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim International Lecture Award, Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, USA

Prof. Chee is a highly sought-after speaker at national and international conferences and is deeply committed to diabetes nutrition education, engaging healthcare professionals and the public through various outreach and training initiatives.