Nawat Watanachai

Specialization: Ophtalmologist
29 years of experience
Speaks:
English, Thai
Workplace: Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Mahidol University; has published on retinal diseases and outcomes of retinal procedures.
Dr. Nawat Watanachai is an ophthalmologist at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital. He specializes in vitreous, retina, and cataract surgery. He serves as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Mahidol University. Dr. Watanachai treats complex retinal diseases and vitreous body destruction.
- Performs vitrectomy and phacoemulsification with IOL implantation.
- Uses femtosecond laser technology for precise surgical outcomes.
- Published researcher in retinal disease outcomes and ophthalmic medicine.
- Works at an AACI-accredited facility with over 100,000 successful surgeries.

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Anonymous • Cataract surgery with IOL replacement

United Kingdom

Sep 5, 2026

During my consultation, the surgeon personally tested my eyes thoroughly and explained which trifocal lens would best suit my lifestyle. The hospital itself was very modern and clean; the doctors, staff, and translator were excellent. My surgery on both eyes went without a hitch. It was very quick and painless. However, Bookimed could have been clearer on the pricing. I was quoted one price but was charged about 40% more, even after I asked the coordinator to confirm the quote was the all-in total. While there were no additional expenses from the clinic and the aftercare guide is excellent, this part was not professional. My advice for future patients is to confirm if the price you are quoted is the real price you will pay.

Very modern and clean hospital , the doctors , staff and translator were excellent . My consultation was thorough everything was checked and everything was explained to me . On the day of the surgery everything went as planned and on time with every doctor and staff friendly and welcoming . The lense replacement went without a hitch and was very quick and painless . The follow up and after care is excellent .

Bookimed could and should have been clear on the pricing as I was quoted one price but ended up been charged about 40% more even after I asked the Bookimed coordinator to confirm the price quoted was an all in total price . Once the hospital gave me the price and I and the hospital contacted the coordinator I was the shown were it stated th price could be between two parameters . Not very professional , I had already read the pricing parameters and was aware I might have to pay more . But again I did ask Bookimed coordinator was the price quoted the total price and I got back the answer yes . Something to think about for the future .

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Qualifications

Dr. Nawat Watanachai is an ophthalmologist at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital. He is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. Dr. Watanachai treats the vitreous, retina, and cataracts.

Specialization & Approach

Dr. Watanachai performs surgical treatments for the posterior and anterior segments of the eye. He treats conditions such as vitreous body destruction and cataracts. His surgical offerings include vision correction and lens replacement procedures.

He performs:

Vitrectomy – a surgery to remove the vitreous gel to treat retinal diseases
Phacoemulsification with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation
Cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants
Femtosecond laser-assisted surgery
Cataract diagnostics and IOL replacement

Academic & Surgical Experience

Dr. Watanachai has practiced ophthalmology since 1997. He combines surgical practice with academic work at Mahidol University. At this institution, he trains specialists in retinal and vitreous surgery techniques.

Research and Publications

The doctor contributes to academic journals in ophthalmology. His research investigates patient outcomes in retinal procedures. Additionally, Dr. Watanachai publishes work on treating various retinal diseases.