Doctors in Thailand — Page 12

The doctor is a highly trained aesthetic physician specializing in body contouring and advanced VASER Liposuction techniques. Holding a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, the doctor has completed specialized training in office-based liposuction and facial fat transfer. Expertise includes precision fat removal, ultrasound-assisted body sculpting, and advanced facial rejuvenation procedures.

The doctor is proficient in Ultraformer III and Micropulse technology for skin tightening, as well as advanced Korean rhinoplasty and lower face correction. By utilizing evidence-based techniques, the doctor focuses on delivering balanced, natural-looking aesthetic outcomes through personalized treatment plans.

Dr. Chatchai Fonglertnukul is a board-certified general surgeon at the General Surgery Center. He earned his MD from Thammasat University. He holds a certificate in minimally invasive surgery from Rajavithi Hospital. He completed visiting fellowships in minimally invasive surgery at Kyushu University Hospital in Japan and Seoul National University Bundang Hospital in South Korea.

He taught Basic Laparoscopic Surgery for Residents at Rajavithi Hospital in 2021 and 2022. He served as faculty for the 17th Hands-on Cadaveric Surgery Workshop (LEST-CMIS) for residents in 2022. He participated in the 7th Bariatric Surgery on Tour (MNRH) and the Bariatric Surgery Workshop at Rayong Hospital. He also attended The Ultimate Laparoscopic Hernia Repair 2026 at Rajavithi Hospital.

Dr. Athip Kongklam is an orthopedic surgeon in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. He focuses on the knee, shoulder, and hip. He completed his residency at Vajira Hospital (2024). He finished subspecialty training in sports medicine at Siriraj Hospital (2025). He also completed international training at Aspetar (FIFA Centre of Excellence, Qatar), Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital (Catholic University of Korea), Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Hospital, and in Singapore. His expertise includes ACL/PCL and multiligament knee reconstruction. He performs meniscus, rotator cuff, and labral repairs. He also provides fracture care.

He holds the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine (2025). He completed IOC Drug in Sport (2024), AFC Football Emergency Medicine and Anti‑Doping (2024), and the FIMS Team Physician course (2023). He is an orthopedic and sports medicine specialist at Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital and the Sports Clinic, Department of Physical Education (2025–present). He served as Team Physician at Bangkok Open 2024. He was a Sports Physician at the Ju‑Jitsu World Championship 2025 in Bangkok. His awards include TOSSM 2025 Best Paper. He presented at the HKOA 45th Annual Meeting 2025. He received the Resident’s Choice and Highest Knowledge/Performance/Attitude awards (2024). In 2023, he won the resident paper award and achieved the highest summative exam score.

Dr. Naputt Virasathienpornkul is an orthopedic surgeon at EDNA Wellness in Bangkok. He graduated with first-class honors from Mahidol University’s Siriraj Hospital. Dr. Naputt specializes in sports medicine and regenerative orthopedic care. He has performed over 250 surgical procedures. He treats conditions like ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and knee osteoarthritis.

• Completed a specialized Sports Medicine Orthopedic Fellowship at Lerdsin Hospital.
• Published research on hip fracture recovery and elbow dislocations in JSEA Orthopedics.
• Uses stem cell therapy and PRP to treat chronic joint pain and sports injuries.
• Works at an ISO-certified center partnering with national stem cell laboratories.

Dr. Watcharin Wichapolchaiyakul is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine specialist at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in Bangkok. He completed a gastroenterology fellowship and internal medicine board training at Siriraj. He received his MD from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. He graduated with First Class Honors (GPA 3.90).

His clinical expertise includes Helicobacter pylori infection, gastric mucosal disorders, and drug-induced liver injury. He has presented research at Digestive Disease Week in Chicago. His work covers gastric microbiota in CagA-positive and CagA-negative H. pylori. It also includes gene-guided N-acetylcysteine for prevention of anti-tuberculous drug-induced hepatitis. He is a member of GAT, the AGA Institute, the Medical Council of Thailand, and RCPT.

Dr. Nivit Karla is an interventional cardiologist and cardiac surgeon at PrimeCare Bkk in Bangkok. He specializes in minimally invasive heart procedures and bypass surgery. Dr. Karla trained at Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital. He provides bilingual care in English and Thai for adult and pediatric heart conditions.

• Performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and cardiac valve plastic surgery.
• Treats complex cases using radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Offers stem cell therapy for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
• Conducts heart check-ups and diagnostic imaging at a multi-specialty medical center.

The doctor holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, earned in 2022. The professional practice is centered on general disease diagnosis, treatment, and comprehensive wellness care.

The doctor maintains specialized credentials, including certification in Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine from the American Board of Antiaging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM), as well as certification in Nutritional Wellness from the American Naturopathic Certification Board (ANCB). The doctor is proficient in both Thai and English.

Dr. Chatchai Fonglertnukul, M.D., is a General and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon (Medical License No. 43834). He is board-certified in General Surgery at Rajavithi Hospital. He completed a fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery there.

Education: Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University. Expertise: general surgery, advanced laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery, and bariatric (weight-loss) surgery.

Dr. Ekktet Chansue is the pioneer of LASIK and ReLEx eye surgery in Thailand. He serves as the Medical Director at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center. Dr. Chansue was the first Southeast Asian ophthalmologist invited to Project ORBIS International. He completed a clinical fellowship in cornea and external disease at Washington University.

• Served as the Field Medical Director for Project ORBIS in New York.
• Former Head of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital.
• Specializes in ReLEx SMILE, femtosecond laser, and presbyopia treatment.
• Practices at the ISO 9001:2015 certified TRSC Eye and Vision Center.

Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul is a spinal surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in endoscopic and reconstructive spine surgery for adults and children. Dr. Arunakul completed fellowships at Yale School of Medicine and UC San Diego. He uses minimally invasive techniques to treat scoliosis and osteoporosis.

• Completed clinical training in spinal surgery at Yale School of Medicine.
• Served as an International Fellow in Pediatric Spinal Deformity at UC San Diego.
• Performs endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive fusion surgery.
• Practices at Thailand's first dedicated AACI-accredited orthopedic hospital.

Dr. Plengpana Thongouppakarn is a specialist in family and occupational medicine. She practices at Day One Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. Dr. Thongouppakarn earned her medical degree from Rangsit University. She previously served as a skill development physician at Ananda Mahidol Hospital.

She treats patients at a nationally accredited addiction treatment center. The facility provides 24/7 care for alcohol and drug dependency. Dr. Thongouppakarn also holds a specialization in geriatric medicine. She supports tailored rehabilitation plans combining therapy and medical recovery.

Dr. Gerald Raphael Tur is an osteopath and regenerative medicine specialist at Vega Clinic in Bangkok. He serves as the official Phuket representative for the Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada. Dr. Tur is certified by the Union of Thai Traditional Medicine Society. He also holds acupuncture certification from the Chinese Republic.

• Uses Gonstead Chiropractic techniques and knee-chest table procedures.
• Treats neurological and orthopedic conditions with umbilical cord stem cell therapy.
• Member of the Swiss Medical Register and the International Osteopathic Association.
• Certified in Chinese pharmacology, nutrition, and psychiatric protocols.

Dr. Dhawinee Kritsernvong is a fertility specialist at Prime Fertility Clinic in Bangkok. She graduated with first-class honors from Navamindradhiraj University. Dr. Kritsernvong specialized in reproductive medicine at Chulalongkorn University. She treats infertility, endometriosis, and polycystic ovaries.

• Winner of the first-place research award for hormonal contraceptive studies.
• Received the best research presentation award from the Thai Osteoporosis Foundation.
• Member of the Thai Society for Reproductive Medicine.
• Works at a clinic holding JCI Ambulatory Care and ISO accreditations.