Doctors in Thailand — Page 14

Dr. Varunya Ongpatanakul is a restorative dentist at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in minimally invasive veneers and esthetic composite restorations. Dr. Ongpatanakul earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Khon Kaen University. Her approach prioritizes preserving natural tooth structure for long-lasting results. She treats a variety of dental conditions at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Expertise in high-quality esthetic fillings using functional composite materials.
• Performs porcelain veneers and composite bonding for smile enhancement.
• Treats gum-related conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis.
• Practices at a hospital holding both JCI and Thailand Hospital Accreditation.

Dr. Sawannee Boonmongkolraksa is a specialized endodontist at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. She focuses on preserving natural teeth through precise microscopic root canal therapy. Dr. Boonmongkolraksa holds degrees from Chulalongkorn University and Mahidol University. She treats challenging cases involving recurring infections and complex canal anatomy.

• Uses an operating microscope for high-precision endodontic procedures.
• Performs endodontic retreatment to save teeth with structural damage.
• Treats periodontal conditions including periodontitis and parodontosis.
• Works at JCI-accredited Navamin 9 Hospital in Thailand.

Dr. Pitch Chandeying is an OB-GYN with a subspecialty in reproductive medicine. He completed a fellowship in reproductive medicine at the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University.

He completed certified training in assisted reproductive technology through ATE and TSRM in 2024 and 2025. He also trained in minimally invasive surgery at Siriraj Hospital in 2024.

His expertise includes IUI and IVF/ICSI. He manages complex infertility, such as poor ovarian reserve, PCOS, and recurrent implantation failure. He also performs sperm retrieval for azoospermia (PESA, TESE) and offers PGT-A, PGT-M, and PGT-SR.

He is a member of ESHRE, ASRM, TSRM, and the Association of Thai Embryologists (ATE).

Dr. Nutchada Kaewkoet is an OB-GYN and reproductive medicine specialist at the IVF Center, Piyavate Hospital in Bangkok. She has worked there since 2019. She completed her OB-GYN residency at Pramongkutklao Hospital from 2004 to 2007. She then finished a fellowship in reproductive medicine at Chulalongkorn University from 2009 to 2011.

Accreditations: She holds a medical license from the Medical Council of Thailand, active since 2001. She earned the Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology diploma in 2007. She earned the Thai Subboard of Reproductive Medicine diploma in 2011.

Previous roles include medical instructor at Srinakharinwirot University from 2007 to 2012. She was a clinician at the Samitivej Srinakarin Women’s Health and Infertility Center from 2012 to 2018. She began her practice in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sawanpracharak Hospital from 2001 to 2003. She completed her medical degree at the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University from 1994 to 2001.

Prof. Dr. Teraporn Vutyavanich specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Assisted Reproductive Medicine, and Endocrinology. He is known as the father of assisted reproductive medicine in Thailand and the country’s first specialist in this field. He has authored over 100 publications. He chaired the Thai Society for Reproductive Medicine from 2005 to 2010 and from 2015 to the present.

He is a Professor at Chiang Mai University. He also serves as Director of the Reproductive Center at Chiang Mai University and Medical Director of the Chiang Mai IVF Polyclinic. He holds an MD (Honours) from Mahidol University. He is board-certified by the Thai Board of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and the Thai Subspecialty Board of Reproductive Medicine. He earned an M.Sc. in Medical Sciences from the University of Nottingham and an M.Sc. in research design from McMaster University. He completed fellowships in reproductive endocrinology at New York Hospital–Cornell and the Mayo Clinic under the Ananda Mahidol Scholarship. He is an ESHRE-certified senior embryologist.

Dr. Kochamarj Boonyarattaphun is a cardiologist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in transradial coronary angioplasty and coronary catheterization. He uses intravascular optical coherence tomography (OCT) to assess coronary lesions. This imaging technology allows for precise evaluation within the blood vessels.

• Completed a Fellowship in Cardiology at Khon Kaen University.
• Treats coronary artery disease using balloon angioplasty and stenting.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including echocardiography and coronary angiography.
• Works at PMG Hospital, a facility accredited by the Global Healthcare Accreditation Program.

Dr. Joy Worakajit is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. She provides full-scope care for the oral and craniofacial structures. She uses modern techniques and strict patient safety protocols.

Scope: Her practice includes advanced dentoalveolar surgery. She performs dental implant placement with computer guidance, sinus lifts, ridge augmentation, bone grafting (autogenous or synthetic), and soft-tissue procedures. She provides orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery for deformities and malocclusion, and she treats obstructive sleep apnea. She diagnoses and removes benign cysts, tumors, and other lesions, and she performs functional reconstruction. She treats TMJ disorders and myofascial pain, including arthrocentesis. She manages maxillofacial trauma, including fractures of the mandible, midface, orbit, and zygoma, and repairs soft-tissue lacerations.

Dr. Pattara Wiriyabanditkul is a specialist in preventive and longevity medicine at VAANAA Longevity Bangsaen. He focuses on extending healthspan through data-driven wellness protocols and regenerative therapies. Dr. Wiriyabanditkul provides trilingual care in Thai, English, and Chinese for international patients.

• Specializes in hormone optimization, stem cell therapy, and metabolic health.
• Uses personalized biomarkers to replace guesswork with evidence-based treatments.
• Integrates medical aesthetics with weight management for visible results.
• Performs specialized procedures including ozone therapy and IV vitamin therapy.

Dr. Second Lieutenant Thanasate Roongjiraroj is an internist with fellowships in Endocrinology & Metabolism (2022) and Ambulatory Medicine (2023). He earned his M.D. from Thammasat University. He graduated with First Class Honors and a Gold Medal (GPA 3.81). He received the King Bhumibol Adulyadej Scholarship. He completed his internal medicine residency at Phramongkutklao Hospital in 2020. He practices in the Department of Internal Medicine at Phramongkutklao Hospital (2024–present).

Research: He published two papers in the Journal of the Endocrine Society in 2022. The topics were BIA–DXA body fat correlation and liraglutide increasing IL‑1RA in obese type 2 diabetes. He also wrote book chapters in 2024–2025 on pregnancy care, diabetes pharmacotherapy, and dyslipidemia.

Quality and safety: He led a Lean-based redesign of preoperative care. The project won First Prize at the Army Hospitals Quality Improvement Forum on December 4, 2025. His roles include Deputy Risk Management Officer and member of the hospital strategy committee and the national ICD coding committee.

Dr. Thanit Tundamrongpong is a board-certified physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. He specializes in stroke recovery and neurorehabilitation using robotic gait training. Dr. Tundamrongpong is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine. He also serves as a medical lecturer in his field.

• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions and hydrodissection for chronic pain.
• Uses wearable exoskeleton technology and robotic systems for gait training.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and peripheral paralysis.
• Practices at a specialist-run clinic treating about 300 patients annually.

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul is a geriatrician and lifestyle medicine specialist in Bangkok. She authored Thailand’s first case report on abacavir hypersensitivity. Dr. Thititagul serves as a lecturer at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She creates specialized treatment plans for aging adults at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Center.

• Certified by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
• WHO–SEARO Master Trainer for the Integrated Care of Older People.
• Expert in stroke rehabilitation, dementia care, and chronic pain management.
• Treats patients at PYONG Rehabilitation, a specialized neurorehabilitation facility.

Dr. Patthama Likitwittaya is a physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She earned her medical degree with first-class honors from Thammasat University. Dr. Likitwittaya is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine. She serves as a lead researcher in neurorehabilitation studies for Parkinson’s disease.

• Specializes in stroke, spinal cord injury, and neurological rehabilitation.
• Principal investigator for research on gait improvement using vibrotactile stimulation.
• Trained in pain management using shock wave technology and ultrasound-guided techniques.
• Treats patients at a clinic specializing in robotic gait training and neurorehabilitation.

Dr. Rawipa Khunnarong is a physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group and Police General Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in interventional rehabilitation for chronic pain and stroke recovery. Dr. Khunnarong teaches and supervises residents in rehabilitation practices.

• Completed a specialist residency at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine.
• Expert in neurorehabilitation for spinal cord injuries and dysphagia management.
• Completed training in dry needling and sports rehabilitation.
• Utilizes musculoskeletal ultrasound and interventional techniques for pain.

Dr. Sirinda Kittiprachakul is a board-certified physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She graduated with First Class Honors and specializes in neurorehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation. Dr. Kittiprachakul is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine. She serves as a physician at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Specializes in stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease recovery.
• Expert in chronic pain management using Western dry needling techniques.
• Performs electrodiagnostic and electromyographic studies for nerve and muscle disorders.
• Completed international clinical training at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center.

Dr. Sirada Udombhakdibongse is a physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She completed an International Visiting Scholars Program in New Jersey, USA. Dr. Udombhakdibongse focuses on geriatric care and sports rehabilitation. She has published research on neck and shoulder pain among military medical students.

• Uses ultrasound-guided injections and dry needling for chronic pain management.
• Performs specialized interventions for stroke and orthopedic rehabilitation cases.
• Trained in myofascial pain techniques and MSK interventions at Vachira Phuket Hospital.
• Participated in the Asia Oceanian Congress of NeuroRehabilitation.

Dr. Napassorn Khumchum is a board-certified physiatrist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok. She specializes in neurorehabilitation, stroke recovery, and geriatric care. Dr. Khumchum holds certification from the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine. She applies robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training for functional recovery.

• Performs transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and ultrasound-guided procedures.
• Published research on diabetic sensation loss in the medical journal The Foot.
• Trained in spasticity management and ultrasound-guided toxin injection at Chulalongkorn University.
• Practices at a clinic licensed by the Medical Council of Thailand.

Dr. Naphat Sirinimnualkul is a psychiatrist and clinical instructor at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. He specializes in the intersection of sleep disorders and psychiatric conditions. Dr. Sirinimnualkul focuses on sleep medicine, neuropsychiatry, and psychopharmacology. He practices at PYONG Rehabilitation Group in Bangkok.

• Earned a Doctor of Medicine with Second Class Honors from Chulalongkorn University.
• Completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia.
• Treats complex conditions including mood disorders, depression, and schizophrenia.
• Works at a clinic licensed by the Medical Council of Thailand.