cosmetic surgery
- Health
How Hairtran Clinic in Bangkok delivers hair transplants that actually look good
For many people, hair loss often comes hand in hand with a decline in confidence. If you’ve been struggling with receding hairline that creeps up like a bad memory or thinning patches that weren’t there last year, you probably know how hard it is to find a solution. But you don’t have to just accept it, Hairtran Clinic in Bangkok,…
- Lifestyle
10 Tips for a safe and stress-free cosmetic surgery trip to Thailand
There was a time when getting a little work done meant sneaking off for a ‘business trip’ and hoping no one noticed your suspiciously lush hair when you got back. But post-pandemic, the demand for aesthetic procedures has surged. What was once hush-hush is now openly embraced, and Thailand has become the go-to destination for those looking to get cosmetic…
- Bangkok News
Bangkok woman suffers excessive blood loss after dimple surgery
A Thai woman sought assistance from the Ministry of Public Health after she recently lost consciousness due to severe blood loss following dimple surgery at a beauty clinic in Bangkok’s Prawet district. The 41 year old victim, Laila, urged the Be One organisation to bring her case to the Ministry of Public Health and help her receive proper medical treatment.…
- 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.…
- Guides
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
Thailand’s universal healthcare covers gender-affirming surgery, NHSO confirms
National Health Security Office (NHSO) Secretary-General, Jadet Thammathataree, clarified that Gender-Affirming Surgery (GAS), commonly referred to as sex reassignment surgery, is covered under Thailand’s universal healthcare scheme for patients diagnosed with gender dysphoria. This clarification comes as an exception to the rule that excludes cosmetic surgeries from the scheme, leading to confusion about whether GAS is considered a cosmetic procedure,…
- 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
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…
- Things To Do
Breast augmentation in Thailand: the do’s and don’ts
Getting a breast augmentation in Thailand can be both exciting and scary at the same time. You’re 100% sure that you want to go ahead with the surgery, but choosing a foreign surgeon can be challenging, and you might not know where to start. With proper planning and research, undergoing breast augmentation in the Land of Smiles can be one…
- Things To Do
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…
- 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…
- Health
The rise of the Incels and plastic surgery for men
by Cita Catellya It is undeniable that looks and appearance are often seen as a determinant of self-confidence. It’s one of the reasons why skincare products or even plastic surgery is popular among so many people. Women tend to pay more attention to their appearance and a growing number of them are going under the knife to alter their looks.…
- 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
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…
