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Dr. Phlengphana Thong-Upakarn is a Family Medicine Specialist. She earned her medical degree from Rangsit University. She worked as a Skill Development Physician at Ananda Mahidol Hospital. She now practices at Police General Hospital.

Dr. Thong-Upakarn completed a two-month course in basic occupational health for doctors at the Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health, Thailand. She has experience in general practice, occupational medicine, and geriatric medicine.

The first ophthalmologist from South East Asia to be invited to join the Project ORBIS International.

Certificate Clinical Fellowship in Cornea and External Disease Washington University Eye Center, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri, USA.

• Education:
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• Medical Degree, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand
• Residency in Ophthalmology, Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine at Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
• Fellowship in International Ophthalmology, Project ORBIS, Inc. New York, USA
• Clinical Fellowship in Cornea and External Disease (Under Pepose, J.S., M.D. Ph.D.) Washington University Eye Center Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Work Experience:

• 1997 - Present : Medical Director and Refractive Surgery Specialist at TRSC International LASIK Center, Thailand
• 1993 - 2001 : Head of Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand
• 1990 - 1991 : Field Medical Director, Project ORBIS, New York, USA

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.

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. Nattaradee Kiatprungvech, MD

M.D.,Dip of thai Board of Urological Surgery.

Certificate of Diploma in Sexual Medicine, Thammasat University. 

Certificate of Sex Therapy, Thammasat University.

Certificate of Fellowship in cosmetic gynecology, International Society of Aesthetic Genital Surgery and Sexology (ISAGSS), Dubai, United Arab Emirates

2014 : Faculty of medicine, Prince of Songkhla University

2022 : Diploma of Thai Board of Urology,  Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital,  Mahidol University.

2022 : Laparoscopic Surgery of the Upper Urinary Tract, AUSTeg, Thai Urological Association.

2023 : Diploma in Sexual Medicine, Thai Association for Clinical Sexology and Sexual Medicine, Thammasat University.

2023 : Fellowship in cosmetic gynecology, International Society of Aesthetic Genital Surgery and Sexology (ISAGSS), Dubai, United Arab Emirates

2024 : Advanced Course for Sex Therapy Certificate, Thai Association for Clinical Sexology and Sexual Medicine, Thammasat University.

2023 : American Board of Cosmetic Gynecology, American Aesthetic Association.

2023 : Congresses on Dermatology and Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery, IMCAS ASIA

2023 : Cosmetic Gynecology Conference and Hand-on Work Shop, Ramathibodi Hospital 

Doctor of Osteopathy from National University of Medical Sciences – Registration S1702131.

Bachelor of science in Osteopathy from National University of Medical Sciences – Registration S1702131.

Certified from “Union of Thai Traditional Medicine Society” – Registration 112460.

Acupuncturist – Certified by Chinese Republic and signed by Notary – Registration 140013.

Member of the International Osteopathic Association (IOA).

Official representative of Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada (OCPCC) in Phuket – Thailand.

Gonstead Chiropractic techniques (inc Knee chest table).

Diploma in Osteopathic & Chiropractic full course online.

Certified Emergency first responder + CPR & AED (valid until 12/2026)

Member of the Swiss Medical Register (RME) – Registration B330879.

Member of the Association of Swiss Health Insurances - Registration 6178.

Certified in Chinese Pharmacology.

Certified in Chinese Psychiatric.

Certified in Chinese Nutrition.

Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul is a specialist in Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, and Adult Reconstructive Spine Surgery. He received his Doctor of Medicine from Chulalongkorn Hospital in 1999. He completed his orthopedic surgery training at Srinakarin Hospital, Khon Kaen University in 2004.

Dr. Arunakul has worked in research and clinical roles at top institutions. These include the University of California Irvine, Rady Children’s Hospital at UC San Diego, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Yale School of Medicine. He has completed international training and fellowships in both adult and pediatric spinal care.

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

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. Phimphakarn Tantithummawong is a board-certified medical doctor. She specializes in medical aesthetics and earned her Doctor of Medicine from Prince of Songkla University in 2012. She also holds advanced accreditations, including certification from the American Board of Laser Surgery (2017-2018). In addition, she is certified in chelation therapy, liposculpture, and thread lifting.

Dr. Phimphakarn has attended many international workshops on facial rejuvenation, toxin and filler injections, and managing aesthetic complications. She has also completed cadaver-based facial anatomy courses and hands-on training in advanced aesthetic techniques.

Dr. Phattaraphum Phophong cares deeply about his patients, he wants to provide the best possible outcome in their treatment to ensure their happiness.

His clinical expertise is matched by his warmth and compassion; his patients truly see him as a caring partner throughout their experience.​

Awards

• 1991  First Class Honors Gold Medal Obstetrics and Gynecology
  •            Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol   University
• 2005  Young Gynecologist Award AOFOG Annual   Conference (Asia Oceania Federation of   Obstetrics & Gynecology)
  
  Expertise
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  - Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic conservative surgery
  - Infertility treatment (IVF/ ICSI/ PESA/ TESE)
  - Preimplantation genetic test (PGT)

Dr. Waranya Sirithanasarn is a gynecologist and fertility specialist She speaks English and Thai languages and believes in patiently understanding the patient’s concerns and providing customized treatment plans tailored to the needs of individual patients.

Academic Degrees

• • 2008  BSc, Faculty of Medicine Thammasart University
• • 2010  MD, Faculty of Medicine Thammasart University
• • 2013    Certificated Aviation Medicine, Air Force Institute of Aviation medicine, RTAF, Thailand
• • 2016  Diplomate Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital
• • 2021   Diplomate Thai Subspecialty Board of Reproductive medicine  Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maharaj nakorn chiang Mai Hospital, Faculty of Medicine Chiang Mai University

Expertise

• • Laparoscopic Gynecologic surgery
• • Infertility and assisted reproductive technology
• • Menopause Family planning

Head of Clinical Program, Psychologist

Hair transplant surgeon

Dr. Pattamaporn Tosukhumvong is an Endodontist with 26 years of experience and certifications from Mahidol University and Khon Kaen University. He speaks English and Thai.

Dr. Cherdchai Luangwatanapong is an experienced orthopedic doctor with 37+ years of experience, specializing in orthopedic surgery, osteoarthritis and joint replacement, hand and microsurgery, back and spine surgery, endoscopic discectomy and microdiscectomy. His areas of interests include Arthroscopy, sports medicine, and endoscopic spine surgery. He holds a Doctor of Medicine from Chulalongkorn University and a Diploma from Chulalongkorn Hospital and has attended a course on Hip, Spine and Arthroscopy from University of Leipzig, Germany.

Dr. Chanawat Tesavibul is an experienced Radiation Oncologist in Thailand with 35+ years of expertise in Therapeutic Radiotherapy and Oncology. He holds an MD from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine and a specialization in Radiation Oncology from Siriraj Hospital. He is proficient in both English and Thai.

Dr. Manoon Somranthin is an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon with 32+ years of expertise in advanced heart failure, cardiovascular surgery, PTCA, permanent pacemaker implantation and coronary artery stenting. He also has experience in general cardiology, cardiac MRI, advanced echocardiography, ABI and intravascular ultrasound. He was the Director of Khoksamrong Hospital from 1989-1995 and holds a MD from Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, a research fellowship from Stanford University and diplomas from Siriraj Hospital and Stanford University.

Prof. Dr. Varocha Mahachai is a senior Medical Gastroenterologist with extensive experience and credentials, including MD from Chulalongkorn University, MSc from University of Alberta, FRCPC, FACG, and Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Pharmacology from University of California, San Francisco.