cosmetic surgery
- Health
Allied Health is your best friend for medical tourism in Thailand
Thailand’s reputation for offering high-quality yet affordable medical care, cutting-edge technology, and timely services has made it a top choice as a medical tourism destination. At first glance, planning your treatment here might seem straightforward: book your flight, pick up your passport, and head over for the procedure. But as you research and start planning, things can quickly become overwhelming.…
- Thailand News
Ads for cosmetic procedures by medical professionals banned
The Medical Council of Thailand issued a new regulation prohibiting medical professionals from advertising their expertise in cosmetic procedures. This announcement aims to ensure ethical practices and provide accurate information to the public. Today, July 10, the Royal Gazette published Medical Council Announcement No. 39/2567 regarding the advertising of cosmetic procedures by medical practitioners. This regulation, effective immediately, aims to…
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Bangkok Pride 2024: embracing gender identity with MyMediTravel’s sex reassignment surgery offer
Happy Pride Month, everyone! This month is absolutely important because it celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and their journey, challenges, and wins. It’s all about boosting self-confidence, pride, and making sure LGBTQ+ individuals are seen and heard around the globe. Bangkok Pride 2024: Celebration of Love Bangkok is famous for being inclusive and progressive when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community.…
- Lifestyle
Top 5 aesthetic clinics in Bangkok
Want to plump up your skin, improve pigmentation, or say goodbye to ageing skin? Aesthetic clinics in Bangkok are the answer to flawless beauty! With years of experience and expertise, these clinics can help address any of your skin and hair concerns professionally, be it sagging skin, wrinkles, fine lines, cellulite, or hyperpigmentation. But with so many aesthetic clinics in…
- Thailand News
Beauty blunder: Victims demand beauty clinic take responsibility for surgery failures
A Thai woman urged a beauty clinic in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, to take responsibility for the surgical mishaps that resulted in her developing gangrene and a forehead infection. Additionally, at least six others have also suffered adverse effects from procedures performed at the same clinic. The 32 year old victim reported the matter to the Consumer Protection Crime Suppression Division…
- Thailand News
Victims seek justice after unsuccessful surgery by convicted Thai doctor
Two victims have sought legal assistance after a renowned surgical doctor, previously convicted for causing a patient’s death due to a botched liposuction procedure, reportedly ruined their faces in a case of unsuccessful surgery. The incidents occurred at a clinic in Huai Khwang district. The victims, 37 year old Nam (nickname) and 25 year old Tae (nickname) reported their experiences…
- Thailand News
Thai woman dies during rhinoplasty procedure in Bangkok
A Thai woman died during a rhinoplasty procedure at a beauty clinic in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. The dead woman reportedly experienced a cardiac arrest due to the inhalation of anaesthetics. The deceased, Siriya “New” Dateraksa, died at Nithikarn Clinic in Rattanakosin 200 Year Anniversary Village on Rangsit-Pathum Thani Road in Thanyaburi district of Pathum Thani province at 4pm…
- Health
Top medical service in Thailand 2022
Thailand has established itself as one of the leaders in medical tourism in Asia. Even the Covid-19 pandemic, which has largely paralyzed the planet, hasn’t decreased the country’s popularity as a beauty medical tourism hotspot. And as borders are reopening, medical tourists have started to come back to the country to get high-quality medical treatment. On top of boasting world-class…
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5 reasons why having a Brazilian Butt Lift in Thailand is a good idea
Hourglass figure with a contoured bum is always seen as attractive for many people. While some people can achieve their dream body by doing squats and lunges in the gym, others might need extra effort to get it. Fortunately, Thailand offers an excellent solution for the not-so-lucky ones: high-quality and affordable Brazilian butt lift. Brazilian butt lift, or BBL for…
- Bangkok News
Woman files police report after mother allegedly dies during liposuction procedure
Police in Bangkok are questioning 2 medics and 4 other staff members after a patient allegedly died during liposuction surgery. 54 year old Saranpat Kanchanasuwan died at a clinic in the capital on Saturday. According to a Bangkok Post report, the woman’s 30 year old daughter, Aiyamin Itthiranant, says her mother wanted to remove fat from her back and had…
- Crime News
Bangkok clinic accused of botched cosmetic surgery after patient dies
“Polchana says the victim found the clinic on social media on August 10 and decided to go ahead with liposuction and breast augmentation.” A cosmetic surgery clinic in Bangkok’s Yannawa district is being accused of negligence over the death of a patient. 29 year old Polchana Chantarakasem lodged a police complaint against the clinic and demanded an autopsy into the…
- Business News
New Bangkok clinic dedicated to fixing surgery gone wrong
PHOTO: PlastyTalk The director of Yanhee Hospital in Bangkok says 50 million baht is being invested to create a centre dedicated to fixing botched surgical procedures. Dr Supot Sumritvanitcha says Yahnee Hospital will be the first facility in Thailand to offer this service. The Nation reports that the need has arisen due to illegal beauty clinics and other underground facilities…
- Bangkok News
Losing face: ‘Face Off’ Dr Xeping charged with fraud
PHOTO: Bangkok Post Beauty expert Xeping Chaiyasan has been charged with fraud but continues to deny any wrongdoing claiming the allegation has been brought against her by people with malicious intent. Xeping is known as “Dr Xeping”, although she is not a medical doctor, became famous for the so-called Face Off cosmetic surgery services she promoted. Her arrest, along with…
- Health
Why is Thailand so popular for medical tourists?
Considered to be one of the most popular destinations for contemporary medical tourism, Thailand continues to see a surge in patients seeking top-quality, affordable care. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai and the beaches of Phuket, thousands visit annually, combining luxury travel with first-rate quality care, for the ultimate medical tourism holiday. It appears convenience is one key component as to…
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Thailand Medical Tourism 2018: REVIEW
It continues to be another busy year for Thailand’s private hospitals, clinics and dental facilities, with the seemingly endless arrival of international patients from across the globe. Whilst the volume begins to subside a little as the year comes to a close, the guys at MyMediTravel put together their analysis from a sample of 1,000 of their English-speaking, non-Thai based…
- Health
Thailand, third biggest medical tourism destination in the world
In the process of shrugging off its reputation for cheap back-alley plastic surgeries, Thailand is quickly catching up to South Korea as the world’s prime destination for cosmetic surgeries and treatments. Home to 64 JCI-accredited medical facilities – three times more than Singapore and 6 times more than Malaysia. JCI is the industry standard in global healthcare, where facilities are…
