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Dr. Panchaya Palitavanon, D.D.S., is a general dentist focused on integrated and restorative dentistry. She provides prosthodontic care, including fixed and removable prostheses, dentures, and dental crowns.

She earned her D.D.S. with Second-Class Honors from Mahidol University in 2018. She completed a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Integrated Dentistry) at Chulalongkorn University in 2025.

She has a strong academic record. She uses careful, comprehensive treatment planning to provide functional, long-lasting restorations and prostheses.

Angkana Tanphand, D.D.S., is a specialist in periodontology with over 10 years of clinical experience. Dr. Tanphand provides comprehensive periodontal care and advanced esthetic gum contouring.

Education and credentials: D.D.S. (Second-Class Honors), Chulalongkorn University, 2008. Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Periodontology), Chulalongkorn University, 2013.

Clinical expertise: diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. Esthetic gum surgery, including gingivectomy and gummy smile correction. Periodontal plastic surgery to reshape and restore gum tissues.

Dr. Patphajong Limteerakul, D.D.S., is a specialist in periodontology. He earned his D.D.S. from Srinakharinwirot University in 2011. He received a Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Periodontology) from Chulalongkorn University in 2017. He has nearly a decade of clinical practice.

His expertise includes advanced diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. He performs periodontal surgery and supportive tissue therapy. He also provides esthetic gingival contouring, including gingivectomy and surgical correction of gummy smiles. He aims for precise results and long-term periodontal stability.

Khinkgarn Ngamkitidachagul, D.D.S., is a specialist in pediatric dentistry with more than 20 years of experience. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Mahidol University in 2002. She completed a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Pediatric Dentistry) in 2006.

She provides comprehensive oral care for infants, children, and adolescents. Her focus is prevention, including dental sealants, fluoride treatments, and early cavity prevention. She is skilled in behavior management and offers gentle, low‑anxiety care. She also treats complex pediatric and developmental dental cases with a patient‑centered approach.

Dr. Ananya Udomsit, DDS, is a general dentist with a focus on pediatric dentistry. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Faculty of Dentistry at Mahidol University in 2018.

She provides comprehensive pediatric care and preventive services. These include early detection, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. She uses child-focused behavior management to keep visits gentle and positive. This supports lasting healthy oral habits.

Dr. Varunya Ongpatanakul, D.D.S., is a general dentist focused on restorative and esthetic care. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Khon Kaen University in 2021.

Core expertise: esthetic composite restorations, minimally invasive composite veneers, and functional, natural-looking restorations.

Her practice emphasizes careful, conservative composite work. It preserves natural tooth structure and provides long-lasting, esthetic results.

Dr. Ravivan Wongwanwatana is an orthodontic specialist at Yanhee International Hospital. She earned her DDS in 2008. She completed orthodontic training at the New York University College of Dentistry in 2011.

Expertise: comprehensive orthodontic care; orthodontics with orthognathic surgery; cleft lip and palate treatment.

International training: NYU certificates in Advanced Programs in Oral Surgery and Orthodontics. Orthodontics fellowship, orthodontic education, and Invisalign University Training at NYU. Provider training in Spark Clear Aligner and Damon Ultima. Clinical training in comprehensive cleft care at Rajavithi Hospital.

Conferences: AAO 225th Annual Session (New Orleans). Asian DAMON Forum 2017, 2023, and 2024. Chang Gung Forum/Joint Symposium on Surgery-First Orthognathic Surgery 2017 and 2023. Credentials: Fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontists. Member of the Dental Council of Thailand, the Thai Association of Orthodontics, and TCCA.

Dr. Amnouy Suntivipanon is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with advanced training in implantology. He has worked at Yanhee International Hospital since 2009, after earlier posts at Pathumthani, Samkok, and Thachana Hospitals.

He earned his DDS in 1996. He completed postgraduate training in Oral Surgery and a residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Chulalongkorn University. He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

His implant training includes the USC Comprehensive Implant Training (2015), NYU Advances in Implantology and Oral Rehabilitation (2013), and the University of Bern Master Course in Esthetic Implant Dentistry (2013). He is a Fellow and Member of ICOI. He is also a member of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Association of Thailand, the Dental Council of Thailand, and the Thai Association of Thailand.

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

Dr. Narakorn Masomboon, M.D., is a plastic surgeon. He has been licensed to practice since 2012.

He earned his medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University. He holds the Thai Board Diploma in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His training was completed at the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

 Mali interdisciplinary hospital is integrating conventional, regenerative and precision medicine. It divides into 11 departments, there are 35 beds in total, including 12 intensive care beds, 23 general beds, 2 emergency and operating rooms, 1 plastic surgical room, 1 Gastro-colonoscopic room. Focus on round-trip treatment with modern medical technology to reduce the cost of hospitalization and the healing time. It also integrating regenerative medicine to repair the body and precision medicine for preventing and treating chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with better results, we provide these services in a greenery atmosphere. Allowing clients to receive the following benefits.

1. Far away from NCDs & It’s complication

2. Good quality of life

3. Youthful lively life

4. Longevity

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. 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. 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. Suwit Tangcharoenwathanakul is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine disorders. He has subspecialty training in spine surgery.

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University (2010). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Hatyai Hospital (2015). Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Center of Excellence, Lerdsin Hospital (2020).

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.