Bladder removal in Thailand: costs, clinics and reviews
Bladder removal in Thailand costs $6,000 / ฿204,000 to $24,000 / ฿816,000, compared with about $72,500 / ฿2,465,000 in the US (Bookimed data, November 2026). It is offered by Sikarin Hospital, an ISO-certified and JCI-accredited clinic in Bangkok.
Last updated: 11/11/2026
Medically reviewed by
Fahad Mawlood
How it works
Bookimed is free for patients – clinics pay us a commission, and you pay the clinic its own price with no markup. Five steps to your bladder removal in Thailand:
Share your case
Tell us about your bladder condition and share your latest scans and medical reports.
Get treatment plans
Your coordinator finds clinics that match your needs and helps you choose. Your preferred clinics then send personalized treatment plans and quotes for you to compare.
Plan your trip
We set treatment dates that work for you and help arrange your flights and accommodation. If needed, we request a visa support letter from the clinic.
Visit the clinic
The clinic team performs your bladder removal on the agreed dates. We support you throughout your trip.
Recover at home
You can fly home 10–21 days after surgery, with adjustment to the diversion over 3–12 months. Your coordinator stays in touch and helps arrange a follow-up if you need one.
Some clinics ask for a deposit. A $200 or €200 deposit paid through Bookimed comes off your clinic bill and is refundable up to 10 calendar days before your visit. A deposit paid to the clinic follows its own terms.
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Thailand Bladder removal overview
Cost and clinics
| Typical bladder removal price in Thailand | Clinics | Accreditations | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| $6,000 / ฿204,000–$24,000 / ฿816,000 | 6 clinics | ISO (4 clinics), JCI (3), GHA (1), TEMOS (1) | Bangkok (1 clinics), Pattaya (0) |
The procedure
| Before the trip | Time in Thailand | Operation time | Anesthesia | Back to desk work | Final result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete preoperative staging, anaesthetic review, stoma marking, counselling, nutrition and bowel prep | 10–21 days, including 5–10 nights in hospital | 4–8 hours | General | 6–13 weeks | 3–12 months |
How much does a Bladder removal cost in Thailand?
Bladder removal in Thailand costs from $6,000 / ฿204,000 to $24,000 / ฿816,000. The final quote can depend on whether reconstruction is added, the hospital, and the treatment location.
| Thailand | Turkey | Austria | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bladder removal | from $6,000 / ฿204,000 | from $9,000 / ฿306,000 | ≈ $24,000 / ฿816,000 |
| Transurethral resection of the bladder | ≈ $2,800 / ฿95,200 | from $5,000 / ฿170,000 | ≈ $4,800 / ฿163,200 |
| Bladder removal with reconstruction | ≈ $15,000 / ฿510,000 | from $19,400 / ฿659,600 | ≈ $32,000 / ฿1,088,000 |
How to choose a Bladder removal clinic in Thailand
For bladder removal in Thailand, narrow the location, compare starting quotes, confirm who will perform the operation and reconstruction, then assess credentials and facility standards.
What to check
Narrow options
Bookimed lists 6 clinics for bladder removal in Thailand – the top-ranked ones are in Bangkok and Pattaya. Use these cities to decide where to seek consultations.Set a budget
Keep treatment scope consistent across starting quotes – Bookimed’s highest starting clinic quote is about 4 times the lowest.Consultation plan
At your appointment, ask the clinician you meet to review your medical history and confirm they will perform bladder removal and the reconstruction you need – discuss experience with similar cases and their approach.Review credentials
Ask whether your surgeon is licensed by the Medical Council of Thailand – compare facility standards, noting 3 top-ranked clinics hold JCI accreditation.
Discover Bladder removal Clinics in Thailand
| Clinic Name | Patient Rating | About | Accreditations | Lead Doctor | Techniques |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menscape Clinic Bangkok | 4.6 | Menscape Clinic is a multi-specialty men's health clinic in Bangkok, Thailand, offering urology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, anti-aging and aesthetic medicine. The clinic is licensed by the Thai Ministry of Public Health, and every doctor is registered with the Medical Council of Thailand.The team of 13 physicians is led by board-certified urologists and includes a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, an anti-aging physician and aesthetic physicians. Services include erectile dysfunction and sexual health treatment, penis enlargement with filler, circumcision, vasectomy and reversal, hormone therapy and check-ups, STD testing, and hair, skin and body treatments. | — | — | Consultation with a urologist |
| Intrarat Hospital Bangkok | 4.4 (15 reviews) | ISO 9001:2015 certified Intrarat Hospital offers bladder removal surgery packages starting around $7,813 – typically covering the procedure, 3 days hospital stay, and transfers. Located in accessible Bangkok, the clinic provides personalized treatment plans after comprehensive consultation. Preliminary costs are subject to adjustment following in-person evaluation to ensure precise treatment planning. | ISO | — | MRI of one area, Premium Check up |
| Bumrungrad International Hospital Bangkok | 4.6 (131 reviews) | Bumrungrad International Hospital specializes in bladder removal procedures with robotic-assisted surgical approaches. Dr. Kittinut Kijvikai, a urologist with expertise in bladder cancer treatment, has contributed to research on robotic-assisted surgery's effectiveness for bladder cancer. The hospital serves over 1 million patients annually, including many international patients. | ISO, JCI, GHA | Colonoscopy, Consultation with a urologist |
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Kittinut Kijvikai
Dr. Kittinut Kijvikai is a specialized urologist at Bumrungrad International Hospital in Bangkok. He focuses on robotic-assisted surgery for prostate and bladder cancer. Dr. Kijvikai performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and cystectomy. He works at a TOP-10 global hospital recognized for robotic surgery technology.
- Specializes in neoadjuvant androgen deprivation therapy to improve prostate cancer outcomes.
- Authored multiple research studies on robotic-assisted surgical techniques for bladder cancer.
- Performs robotic-assisted cystectomy with intra-corporeal urinary diversion.
- Treats complex urological conditions including urolithiasis and kidney cancer.
Why choose Thailand for a Bladder removal
Patients may choose Thailand for bladder removal for its accredited clinics and language support for foreign patients. ISO standards.
Where to get a Bladder removal in Thailand
Bangkok has the widest clinic choice for bladder removal in Thailand, with prices from $6,000 / ฿204,000. As the capital, Bangkok may suit patients who prefer a city setting, with Suvarnabhumi Airport 25 km from Bangkok center.
Bladder removal recovery timeline: what to expect week by week
You can usually fly home 10–21 days after surgery, once discharged and cleared by your surgeon. Desk work often resumes in 6–13 weeks, while physical work may take longer or depend on whether you need additional cancer treatment. Light walking can start early, but strenuous exercise and heavy lifting generally wait 6–12 weeks and until your surgeon clears you. Your urinary diversion, bowel function, and energy may take 3–12 months to stabilize, while cancer outcomes are assessed through long-term surveillance.
Days 0–10
Pain may be moderate to severe in the first days, and your team manages it with pain medicine. Movement is limited at first as you gradually resume eating, learn care for the urine opening, and have drains and urinary tubes managed, so do not drive.
Weeks 2–6
You may fly home 10–21 days after surgery with your surgeon’s approval, once discharged and depending on bowel recovery, your catheter or stent plan, and clot risk. Build up walking gradually, expect fatigue, and follow the planned catheter or stent removal and wound-check schedule. Avoid heavy lifting and straining.
Weeks 6–12
You may return to desk work around 6–13 weeks and increase activity as tolerated. Your team reviews pathology (the examination of removed tissue) and plans surveillance (ongoing cancer checks). Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise until cleared.
When to contact your clinic: Fever, chills, or cloudy urine are reasons to contact your clinic. Also contact the clinic for heavy bleeding from a surgical site or a stoma that turns dark, black, or purple. For chest pain or sudden breathlessness after a long flight, seek emergency help locally.
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FAQ about Bladder removal in Thailand
What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?
Visas for travel to Thailand require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. The list of documents includes:
- ID card
- confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
- certificate of income and availability of funds (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)
- insurance policy for a stay in Thailand (original and copy)
- 2 photos (4x6)
- visa receipt
- booking of round-trip air ticket (paid in full) and hotel
- medical opinion about the need for treatment.
What is the level of medicine in Thailand?
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Thai government. The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 25 billion baht for healthcare annually.
As a result, 36,673 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. 64 centers in the Kingdom have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.
When is the best time to travel to Thailand?
The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The best time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.
What should you know about Thailand before the trip?
Official name | The Kingdom of Thailand |
Currency | Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars) |
Best period for the trip | November-early April |
Language | Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
Visa | is required for a trip of 3-6 months |
Time difference with Europe | 7 hours |
Time difference with the USA | 12 hours |
Capital | Bangkok |
Medical tourism center | Bangkok |
Popular resorts | Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin |
What hotel service is provided here?
In the Kingdom of Thailand, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
Do I need a visa?
For now, the Kingdom of Thailand requires different visa regimens for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.
How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read here.
Last review: 11/11/2026
Fahad Mawlood — General practitioner. Winner of 4 scientific awards. Served in Western Asia. Former Team Leader of a medical team supporting Arabic-speaking patients. Now responsible for data processing and medical content accuracy.
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