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Dr. Chiradej Phengsawaeng is an aesthetic physician at DGB Clinic & Esthetic. He has over 10 years of experience in facial contouring and rejuvenation. He performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments. His key strengths are advanced facelift techniques and facial liposculpture.

Accreditations: 2017 All About Facelift (Rangsit Vijjalaya Institute, Rangsit University). 2020 Facial & double-chin liposuction (Dr. Kittitad LA Ferly Clinic). 2019 Liposuction & fat injection (Dr. Ausanee Clinic, Siam Square). 2012 Blepharoplasty (Dr. Phubeth Ellegrance Clinic). 2011 Rhinoplasty/Alarplasty/Chin augmentation (Dr. Phubeth Ellegrance Clinic). 2011 Thread lifting, Botox, fillers (Kanchanok Clinic). 2010 Botulinum toxin A. 2009 Basic facial contour & rejuvenation (Medicare Clinic). Achievements: A2S speaker 2017 (Dimple Creation). A2S attendee 2015 (Thailand).

Dr. Ploypailin Rattanachinakorn is an ophthalmologist with 22 years of experience. She practices at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. She is affiliated with the Department of Ophthalmology at Chulalongkorn University. Credentials: MD and Certificate in Ophthalmology from Chulalongkorn University. Subspecialty training in neuro‑ophthalmology at Sorbonne University, Paris.

Key services include cataract surgery (ECCE/ICCE, phacoemulsification with IOL, and IOL replacement). She performs neuro‑ophthalmic evaluation and treats corneal, conjunctival, and eyelid injuries. She offers pterygium surgery with autograft or amniotic membrane transplant, anterior segment repair, iris surgery, anterior vitrectomy, and scleral wall resection. She also provides presbyopia care, refraction testing, and treatment for macular dystrophy and amblyopia.

Dr. Thanapol Wangrattanapranee is an orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty expertise in hand surgery, microsurgery, and orthopedic trauma.

He earned his MD with Second Class Honors from Khon Kaen University in 2012. He completed a Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, in 2019. He then completed a fellowship in hand surgery and microsurgery at the same institution in 2020.

Dr. Suebuang Phupichphong is an orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Phupichphong has subspecialty training in sports medicine.

Education and training: M.D., Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. Diploma, Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Lerdsin Hospital, Department of Medical Services. Fellowship in Sports Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital.

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong, MD, is a specialist in Family Medicine, General Surgery, and Plastic Surgery. He has more than 25 years of medical experience.

He provides patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on safety and professional standards. His work centers on general and plastic surgery. His goal is to achieve consistent, long-lasting surgical outcomes.

Dr. Vasin Sangthomprateep is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in sports medicine.

Credentials: Doctor of Medicine, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2014). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Phramongkutklao Hospital (2021). Fellowship in Sports Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital (2023).

Dr. Att Kosonsuraseni is an orthopedic surgeon. His subspecialty is orthopedic trauma.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2008–2014). He completed a Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery at Phramongkutklao Hospital (2016–2019). He finished a Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital (2022–2023).

Dr. Tanawat Amphansap is an orthopedic surgeon focused on osteoporosis and bone disease in older adults. He earned his MD with Second Class Honors from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, in 2004.

His credentials include a Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery from Police General Hospital (2010) and a Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at the same hospital (2011). He completed advanced reconstruction training in shoulder and elbow at Charité – Virchow Klinikum, Germany, in 2012. He also trained in hip reconstruction at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital Dresden, Germany, in 2012. In 2019, he specialized in metabolic bone disorders at Northern General Hospital, University of Sheffield, UK.

Dr. Akegapon Tangmanasakul is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in orthopedic trauma and foot and ankle surgery.

Credentials and training: Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (2006). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (2013). Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma, Police General Hospital (2014). Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery, Siriraj Hospital (2015).

Dr. Ornouma Srivanishvipat is an otolaryngologist at Yanhee International Hospital. The doctor has worked there since 2002. Education: MD, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University (1995). Diploma in Clinical Science, Mahidol University (1998).

Specialty training: Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital (2000). Fellowship in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital (2002). Fellowship in Laryngology and Voice Surgery, Portland, Oregon, USA (2004). Credential: Royal College of Otolaryngology of Thailand.

International and postgraduate highlights: Nose & Face World ROME certificate (2012). World Congress of Bronchoesophagology, Tokyo (2007). International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai (2008). ASEAN ORL-HNS Congress certificate (2015). Endoscopic Thyroidectomy workshop (2012). Advanced Polysomnography (2010). Asian Research in Rhinology (2008). Vocal Fold Augmentation training (2008).

Dr. Wajarapong Yothathai is a vein and hair removal specialist at Yanhee International Hospital. He has worked there since 2008. His work focuses on varicose vein treatment and hair removal. He previously served as a surgeon at Srinakarin Hospital (2006–2007) and Srivichai 3 Hospital (2007–2008).

He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Khon Kaen University in 2001. He completed specialty training in general surgery at Khon Kaen University Hospital in 2006.

He completed training in duplex ultrasound, advanced phlebology, and sclerotherapy in Australia in 2009. He also completed an aesthetic medicine course in Malaysia in 2010. He is a member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine.

Dr. Wisoot Wongklahan is a phlebologist and Head of the Vein Center at Yanhee International Hospital. He has led the center since 1998 and focuses on varicose vein treatment and hair removal. He earned his MD in 1983 from Siriraj College of Medicine, Mahidol University. He completed general surgery training in 1992 at Chulalongkorn University Hospital.

His international training includes Microsclerotherapy in Adelaide (1998). Electrolysis hair removal and hair transplantation in Tokyo (2000). Laser hair removal on the Gold Coast (2002). Endovascular laser and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy on the Gold Coast (2005). Endovascular laser at Singapore General Hospital (2005). Ultrasound in phlebology at the Australian Institute of Ultrasound (2008). ACP basic and advanced courses on the Gold Coast and in Auckland (2008, 2010).

Credentials include the Australasian College of Phlebology, an International Fellowship in Phlebology, and the American College of Phlebology. He is certified by the Board of General Surgery, Thailand.

Dr. Praweena Pongpattanawut is a vein and hair removal specialist at Yanhee International Hospital. She has worked there since 2004 and focuses on varicose vein treatment and hair removal.

She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Rangsit University in 2001. She practiced general medicine at Klang Hospital in Bangkok from 2002 to 2003, and at Chao Phya Abhaibhubate Hospital in Prachinburi from 2003 to 2004.

In 2010, she completed the Comprehensive Phlebology course at the Australasian College of Phlebology in Australia. That same year, she received a Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine in Kuala Lumpur. She attended the 16th World Meeting of the Union of International Phlebology in Monte Carlo in 2009. She also attended the Institute of Dermatology meeting in Thailand in 2003. She is a member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine.

Dr. Sukkunya Chamnisith is a Vein and Hair Removal Specialist at Yanhee International Hospital. She has worked there since 1999. She received her MD in 1998 from Lyceum Northwestern University in the Philippines. She then practiced at Lerdsin Hospital from 1998 to 1999. In 2001, she completed training in General Practice and Family Medicine at Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok.

Her phlebology training includes Ultrasound in Phlebology and Advanced Phlebology preceptorships at the Australasian College of Phlebology in 2009. These covered endovenous laser ablation and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy. She also attended international workshops and meetings in Australia in 2009 and in New Zealand in 2010.

Credentials: American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine; Australasian College of Phlebology; Fellowship in Phlebology.

Prof.Somsak Varakamin, MD, Dr.PH.

Educational Background

• Doctor of Public Health (Dr.PH.) Tulane University, USA
• Master of Public Health (MPH) Tulane University, USA
• Master of Public Health (M.P.H.), Mahidol University
• Doctor of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
• Faculty of Law, Thammasat University
• Secondary education: Vajiravudh College, Amnuay Silpa, Triam Udom Suksa, Wathana Silpa

Work Experience 

• Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health
• Director of the National Family Planning Project, Ministry of Public Health
• Director-General of the Department of Medical Sciences
• Director-General of the Department of Health
• Members of the House of Representatives
• senator
• Present - President of the Thai Cell Therapy Association

Awards 

• Ranked 1st in Thailand in the 8th grade of secondary school in the science stream.
• Outstanding Alumnus of Tulane University, USA
• Outstanding Researcher, National Research Council
• Doctor of Medicine (Honorary), Chulalongkorn University
• Knight Grand Cordon (KGE)
• Outstanding Public Relations Conch Award
• Inscribed in the Hall of Fame, Ministry of Public Health

Academic Works & Publications

• A Brief Look at Thailand’s National Family Planning Program
• health Problems in Thailand
• The Concept and Scope of Family Health
• Interaction between Family Planning and Health
• The postpartum Approach of family planning
• Follow – up Study of Vasectomy Case Performed by Physicians and Paramedic
• Model of Integrated Family Health and Family Planning Services for Rural Areas
• Pilot Study on the Training of Nurses for Postpartum Female Sterilization
• Pilot Study on the Training of Paramedics for mail Sterilization
• Abortion Study: Attitude of Medical Student and Physician Toward Abortion
• A Pilot Project to prevent Uncompleted Abortion Through Contraception Services
• A Report of the seminar on Recent Research on family Planning in Thailand
• Postpartum Tubal Ligation by Nurse- Midwives in Thailand : A file Trial Thailand
• Perception and Acceptability of Norplant Implants in Thailand
• Book: Water for Life ( in Thai)
• Book: Enzyme: The Key of Life (in Thai)
• Book: Food of The future (in Thai)
• Book: The Magic Magnesium (in Thai)
• Book: Beauty Secret ; The untold Story (in Thai)
• Book: Omega-3 Amazing Fish Oil (in Thai)
• Book: King of Herbs (in Thai)
• Book: Stem cell ; Hope for the Hopeless (in Thai)
• Book: Beta Glucan ; The World's Most Powerful Immune Booster Known to Man (in Thai)
• Book : Pomegranate (in Thai)
• Book : Jiaogulan (in Thai)

Dr. Sujit Banyatpiyaphod, M.D.

Education

• 1984 Doctor of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
• 1985-1988 Residency in Thoracic Surgery Chulalongkorn University
• 1992-94 Cardiac Surgery Fellowship, St. Vincent Hospital, Portland, Oregon, USA
• 2005 Robotic Cardiac Surgery Training, East Carolina University, North Carolina, USA
• 2006 Robotic Cardiac Surgery Training, Alliance Hospital, Odessa, Texas, USA

Professional Experiences

• 1994 - 2001 : Chief of Cardiac Surgery Unit, Police General Hospital
• 2001 - 2009 : Cardiovascular Surgeon, Bangkok Heart Hospital
• 2009 - 2011 : Cardiovascular Surgeon, Bangkok Hospital Phuket
• 2012- 2021 : Cardiovascular Surgery, Medical Director of Heart Center of Bangkok Pattaya Hospital, Pattaya, Thailand

Certifications

• 1988 Diploma of the Thai Board of Thoracic Surgery, Chulalongkorn University
• 1994 Fellowship certification in Cardiovascular surgery, Saint Vincent Hospital, USA

Area of Interest

• Off-pump Coronary Artery Bypass surgery (OPCAB)
• Minimally invasive Heart Valve surgery
• Autologous Stem cell transplantation in end stage Cardiomyopathy
• Peripheral blood stem cell and  Mesenchymal stem cell collection, storage and treatment
• Phamacogenomics in personalized cardiovascular drugs treatment
• Personalized anti-aging treatment and lifestyle modification by genetic sequencing

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 2022

Certifications

Certification of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine from The American Board of Antiaging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM)

Certification of Nutritional Wellness from The American

Naturopathic Certification Board (ANCB)

Clinical Focus

General disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as wellness care

Languages spoken: Thai and English

2002 – 2008 – Siriraj Medical School, Mahidol University

2008 – 2013 – Department of Internal Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital

2013 – 2015 – Department of Cardiology, Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital

2019 – 2020 – Cardiology Intervention, Department of Cardiology, Internal Medicine Rajavithi Hospital

Languages: English and Thai

Thanet Narula. General Practitioner. (English, Thai Speaking). With on-going specialist training in Internal Medicine, Dr. Thanet is a skilled physician

Education

Honours Graduate, MD, Faculty of Medicine, MAHSA University, Malaysia, 2019

Certifications

Currently a Resident in Internal Medicine, Lerdsin Hospital Bangkok

Languages spoken: Thai and English