Question 1

What should you know about Thailand before the trip?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

What is the level of medicine in Thailand?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What hotel service is provided here?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

When is the best time to travel to Thailand?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

Do I need a visa?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?

Accepted Answer

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.

diagnostics
MRI of one area	$640
CT (computer tomography)	$320 - $580

Rank	Clinic Name	Patient Rating	Country	Lead Doctor	experience	Techniques	Best For	Why It’s Ranked	Accreditations
#1	KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital	5.0 / 5 (1 review)	Bangkok, Thailand	Pongtep Na Nakorn	19+ years	Shoulder arthroscopic surgery, rotator cuff repair surgery, minimally invasive surgery, robotic-assisted surgery	Complex shoulder conditions	Thailand's first dedicated orthopedic hospital with specialized shoulder surgeons. Offers minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures for precise joint replacements and repairs.	American Accreditation Commission International
#2	Intrarat Hospital	4.7 / 5 (3 reviews)	Bangkok, Thailand	Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn	36+ years	Shoulder replacement	—	—	International Organization for Standardization
#3	Bumrungrad International Hospital	4.6 / 5 (127 reviews)	Bangkok, Thailand	Mason Porramatikul	—	MRI of one area, CT (computer tomography)	—	—	International Organization for Standardization, Joint Commission International
#4	Bangkok Hospital Pattaya	4.0 / 5 (0 reviews)	Pattaya, Thailand	—	—	Shoulder replacement	—	—	Joint Commission International , Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT
#5	The Demarest Clinic	5.0 / 5 (0 reviews)	Phuket, Thailand	Tatiana Zhelninova - Bosch	33+ years	Shoulder replacement	—	—	—

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