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Dr. Wittavat Chenboonthai, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hand and Microsurgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, and Sports Medicine

Professional Summary

Dr. Wittavat Chenboonthai is a highly skilled orthopedic surgeon with comprehensive expertise in hand and microsurgery, arthroscopic surgery, and sports medicine. He is committed to delivering advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments to patients with musculoskeletal disorders, with a particular focus on restoring function and improving quality of life. His career is marked by a dedication to excellence, continuous learning, and applying the latest medical technologies and techniques.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) — Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
Graduated with honors, Dr. Wittavat received rigorous medical training that laid the foundation for his specialization in orthopedic surgery.

Orthopedic Surgery Residency — King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Completed an intensive residency program focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of orthopedic conditions.

Fellowships and Specialized Training

Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship — King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Specialized training in delicate hand surgeries, including reconstructive procedures and microsurgical techniques for nerve and vessel repair.

Arthroscopic Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship — King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Focused on minimally invasive joint surgeries, particularly arthroscopy for shoulder, elbow, wrist, and knee injuries commonly seen in athletes.

Microsurgery Fellowship — E-Da Hospital, Taiwan
Advanced international training in microsurgical techniques, emphasizing precision and restoration of complex injuries affecting small blood vessels and nerves.

Professional Experience

Orthopedic Surgeon and Consultant — Bone Clinic by Dr. Wittavat Chenboonthai, Bangkok, Thailand
Currently practicing at his specialized clinic, Dr. Wittavat provides expert care in hand surgery, sports injuries, and arthroscopic procedures. He is known for his personalized treatment plans, combining surgical expertise with rehabilitation to optimize patient recovery.

Assistant Professor (Part-time) — Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Engaged in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, Dr. Wittavat contributes to academic development and research in orthopedic surgery.

Visiting Surgeon and Lecturer — Various national and international orthopedic conferences and workshops
Regularly invited to share his expertise on hand surgery, microsurgery, and sports medicine, promoting knowledge exchange and advancements in orthopedic care.

Areas of Expertise

Hand and microsurgery: including nerve repair, tendon reconstruction, fracture fixation, and treatment of congenital and traumatic hand deformities

Arthroscopic surgery: minimally invasive procedures for joints including shoulder, elbow, wrist, and knee

Sports medicine: diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries such as ligament tears, tendonitis, and cartilage damage

Fracture management and trauma surgery

Osteoarthritis and joint preservation techniques

Postoperative rehabilitation and functional recovery planning

Research and Publications

Dr. Wittavat actively participates in clinical research aimed at improving surgical outcomes and rehabilitation protocols. He has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals and orthopedic conferences, focusing on innovations in hand surgery and arthroscopic techniques.

Professional Memberships

• Thai Orthopedic Association
• Thai Society for Surgery of the Hand
• International Society for Surgery of the Hand (ISSH)
• Asia Pacific Arthroscopy Society
• Sports Medicine Society of Thailand

Awards and Honors

Recognized for outstanding surgical skill and patient care by King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital during residency

Recipient of academic scholarships for overseas fellowship training in microsurgery

Awarded “Best Presenter” at national orthopedic conferences for research on hand injury reconstruction

Personal Statement

Dr. Wittavat Chenboonthai is passionate about helping patients regain their mobility and independence through precise surgical care and comprehensive rehabilitation. He believes in a patient-centered approach, emphasizing communication, education, and multidisciplinary teamwork to achieve the best outcomes. His commitment to lifelong learning ensures that he stays at the forefront of orthopedic advancements, continually refining his skills to provide the highest standard of care.

Dr. Thana Boonrapanthureak is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with over 10 years of practice. He graduated with first-class honors from the Faculty of Medicine at Mahidol University.

Currently, he serves as a team doctor for the Suphanburi FC football club and provides medical services at the MRC Health Rehabilitation and Elderly Care Center in Bangkok.

Dr. Thana is also specialized in arthroscopic surgery and holds medical certificates in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery from South Korea. This expertise enables him to treat sports injuries and general orthopedic conditions effectively.

Dr. Puenthai Thepmontda, M.D. is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with extensive experience in neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal recovery, and sports injury treatment. He earned his medical degree from Prince of Songkla University and holds advanced certifications in acupuncture from the Ministry of Public Health and Chengdu Medical University, China.

Dr. Puenthai currently serves as Assistant Director for Medical Innovation at the Sirindhorn National Medical Rehabilitation Institute under the Ministry of Public Health. He is also an active committee member of the Royal College of Physiatrists of Thailand, contributing to the development of rehabilitation medicine nationwide.

His clinical practice focuses on helping patients recover mobility and quality of life after neurological and musculoskeletal injuries. Dr. Puenthai’s clinic is located in Bangkok, where he integrates modern rehabilitation techniques with traditional acupuncture to deliver holistic care.

The doctor is a neurologist at Bumrungrad International Hospital with a medical degree from Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand. Board certified in neurology, the doctor has completed a fellowship in Vascular Neurology from Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. Special clinical interests include neurology and vascular neurology.

The doctor is an ophthalmologist specializing in cornea transplants. With extensive experience in the field, the doctor has performed numerous successful corneal surgeries, contributing significantly to advancements in ophthalmic procedures. The doctor is known for expertise in both traditional and innovative corneal transplant techniques, offering patients improved visual outcomes.

The doctor is a highly experienced rehabilitation specialist with over 20 years in the field, focusing on comprehensive patient recovery programs. They have developed innovative treatment protocols that have significantly improved patient outcomes in physical therapy and occupational therapy. The doctor is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and has published numerous research papers in leading medical journals. They have been instrumental in setting up rehabilitation units in several hospitals, enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.

The doctor is a highly experienced neurosurgeon with 27 years in the field, specializing in spine surgery. After earning an MD from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, in 1994, the doctor completed a Diploma of The Thai Board of Neurosurgery in 1997. Further honing expertise, the doctor pursued a Fellowship in Neurological Surgery at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA, in 2003.

The doctor is a specialized urologist with extensive experience in advanced surgical procedures such as Prostatectomy, Nephrectomy, and Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy. His research has significantly contributed to the understanding of neoadjuvant androgen deprivation therapy (NADT) in improving perioperative outcomes for prostate cancer patients and the effectiveness of robotic-assisted surgery for bladder cancer treatment.

He has authored and contributed to multiple research articles, including studies on urethral traction post-transurethral resection of the prostate and reviews on robotic-assisted surgical techniques in urology.

The doctor is a leading Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon with 28 years of experience, specializing in Cosmetic Breast Surgery and Breast Reconstruction.

Graduated with an MD from Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, in 1993 and obtained a Diploma of The Thai Board of Plastic Surgery in 2001.

Completed fellowships in Hand and Microsurgery at Ramathibodi Hospital in 2002 and at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, USA, in 2008.

ผศ.พ.ท.นพ.บุระ สินธุภากร Assoc.Prof.Leu.col.Bura Sindhupakorn M.D.
แพทย์ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านกระดูกและข้อ (Orthopedic) แพทย์ที่ปรึกษา

EXPERIENCES

2004 - 2014 ORTHOPEDIST IN ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT, SURANAREE FORT HOSPITAL

2014 - PRESENT LECTURER IN ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2018 - PRESENT LECTURER IN TRANASLATIONAL MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2018 - PRESENT LECTURER IN BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION ENGINEERING, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2019 - PRESENT DIRECTOR OF CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN BIOMECHANICS MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2018 - PRESENT ETHIC COMMITTEE IN CLINICAL TRIAL FOR HUMAN, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2017 - 2019 HEAD OF ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2017 - 2019 DEPUTY DEAN FOR ADMININISTRATION, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOG

EDUCATION

1998 M.D.(DOCTOR OF MEDICINE), FACULTY OF MEDICINE, SIRIRAJ HOSPITAL MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY

2004 ORTHOPEDIST, PRAMONGKUTKLAO HOSPITAL

2007 FELLOWSHIP IN ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY, SPORTMEDICINE, TEACHING UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH, MUNICH, GERMANY

2009 FELLOWSHIP IN ADULT HIP AND KNEE RECONSTRUCTION, THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO, LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA 

2015 CERTIFICATE COURSE IN GOOD GOVERNANCE FOR MEDICAL EXECUTIVE 4TH, KING PRAJADHIPOK'S INSTITUTE AND THE MEDICAL COUNCIL OF THAILAND

CERTIFICATE COURSE IN EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT FOR MEDICAL EXECUTIVE FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL 16TH, CONSORTIUM OF THAI MEDICAL SCHOOLS 

2017 LEADERS IN INNOVATION FELLOWSHIP RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM, ROYAL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING, UK

2018 FELLOWSHIPS IN ADVANCE HE, UKPSF

2021 WELLNESS&HEALTHCARE BUSSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR EXECUTIVE (WHB), MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY

Education and Qualifications:

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (First Class Honours)

Diploma, Thai Board in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University

Observership at National Skin Centre, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Observership at Severance Hospital, Yonsei Hospital, Seoul

Certificate of Training: Hands-on training for Thread Lift, Botulinum Toxin, Mesotherapy, IV Nutrition, Dermal Filler – CMC Co., Ltd. & Panacee Medical Center Co., Ltd.

Certificate of Attendance: 1st Ramathibodi Cosmetic Gynecology Conference & Hands-on Workshop

Certificate of Attendance: Aesthetic Anatomy Talk (Mid Face)

Basic and Advanced Filler Courses by Atier

Certificate of Attendance – Biostimulator Ultracol and UltraV Filler Workshop

Certificate of Attendance – Thread-lift by I-Thread Masterclass (Lecture & Live Demo Workshop)

Certificate of Attendance – GAIN Inspire Webinar Series 1 by Galderma

Certificate of Attendance – Trend of Labia Puffing (Step-by-step with Neuramis Filler Augmentation)

Certificate of Attendance – A Systemic Approach for Influencing Patients to Get Filler by Medcycles

Certificate of Attendance – Neuronox, Comeback on Stage by Medcycles

Certificate of Attendance – How to Maximize Neuronox 200U for Optimal Result & Profits (Lecture & Demo by Medcycles)

Certificate of Attendance – Chemical Characterization and Physical Properties of Dynamic Filler Teoxane

Certificate of Attendance – Fulfill Labia Webinar by Biohyalux Filler

Certificate of Attendance – Total Facial Rejuvenation and Contouring with Premium France Skin Booster and HA Filler by Dr. Riekie Smit

Certificate of Attendance – Gorgeous GOURI: A New Type of Injectable Filler or Entire Face Lifting by Edencolors Thailand

Certificate of Attendance – Online LG Aesthetics Collaboration with Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU) Educational Standalone Event

With over 45 years of experience, the doctor is a senior and leading medical gastroenterologist specializing in hepatology, endoscopy, hepatitis, fatty liver, GERD, IBS, IBD, colon cancer, and peptic ulcer disease. The doctor holds an MD from Chulalongkorn University in Thailand and an MSc from the University of Alberta, Canada. Further credentials include a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Pharmacology from the University of California, San Francisco, along with FRCPC and FACG accreditations.

The doctor is a highly skilled hair transplant surgeon with extensive experience in advanced hair restoration techniques. Specializing in follicular unit extraction (FUE) and follicular unit transplantation (FUT), the doctor has successfully performed thousands of procedures, achieving high patient satisfaction rates. The doctor is board-certified and has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals, sharing insights on innovative practices in hair restoration. Additionally, the doctor regularly attends international conferences to stay updated on the latest advancements in the field.

The doctor is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, specializing in dermatology. With a strong educational background, the doctor holds an MD with honors from Chulalongkorn University and has further trained at the Institute of Dermatology in Bangkok and the Department of Dermatology at Stanford Medical Center. The doctor is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, showcasing a high level of expertise and accreditation in the field. Fluent in both English and Thai, the doctor is well-equipped to serve a diverse patient population.

The doctor is a specialist Endodontist at Bangkok Hospital Pattaya with extensive experience in Endodontic Treatment, particularly Root Canal Treatment. Graduating in 1997 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery from Mahidol University, the doctor has been practicing for 26 years. Certified in Endodontics from Khon Kaen University, the doctor has been serving at the Dental Center of Bangkok Hospital Pattaya since 2001.