Thai hospitals

  • HealthHow to access the best hospitals in Thailand without overpaying

    How to access the best hospitals in Thailand without overpaying

    Thailand offers high-quality healthcare, attracting many expats and medical tourists. The country has both public and private hospitals, with private facilities known for advanced treatments, shorter wait times, and personalised care. However, private healthcare can be expensive. To get the best medical treatment in Thailand hospitals without overpaying, it’s important to compare hospitals, understand pricing, and choose the right insurance.…

  • Thailand NewsThai man slaps nurse in Rayong over child entry dispute (video)

    Thai man slaps nurse in Rayong over child entry dispute (video)

    A Thai man slapped a nurse at a hospital in the eastern province of Rayong after the nurse stopped his young child from entering the hospital ward for the child’s safety. The incident came to light after a Thai nurse, who uses the Facebook account Prang Tewika, posted about the event yesterday, February 17, seeking justice for her younger sister, who…

  • Thailand NewsThai couple seeks answers after unborn baby vanishes from womb and hospital records

    Thai couple seeks answers after unborn baby vanishes from womb and hospital records

    A Thai couple is demanding an explanation from a hospital in Pathum Thani province, near Bangkok, after one of their unborn children went missing from both the woman’s womb and the hospital’s database. The couple, 42 year old Wicharn and 38 year old Rungarun, sought help from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after the loss of their unborn twins and confusion…

  • HealthHow much does it cost to see a doctor in Thailand?

    How much does it cost to see a doctor in Thailand?

    Thailand is known for its high-quality yet affordable healthcare system, but how much does it really cost to see a doctor? As an expat, this question might be crucial for budgeting your health needs. The answer depends on whether you have health insurance or not, and the difference can be significant. Let’s explore the costs, compare insured versus uninsured expenses,…

  • HealthDoes UroLift actually work? Here’s what you need to know about UroLift in Bangkok

    Does UroLift actually work? Here’s what you need to know about UroLift in Bangkok

    When it comes to health issues that are, shall we say, ‘below the belt,’ many men are understandably hesitant to seek solutions. But for the countless men experiencing the frustration of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or an enlarged prostate, finding relief without undergoing surgery is nothing short of a game-changer. If you’ve been exploring your options, chances are you’ve come…

  • Thailand NewsHospital blunder blamed for death of pregnant wife and unborn son

    Hospital blunder blamed for death of pregnant wife and unborn son

    A Thai man is seeking justice following the tragic deaths of his pregnant wife and unborn son, attributing their demise to a misdiagnosis at a hospital in the Si Racha district of Chon Buri. The 39 year old man, Wissanu Kirdchor, transported the bodies of his 39 year old wife, Lampai Pew-on, and their unborn son to their home province…

  • Thailand NewsThai woman endures 18 years pain after nurse leaves needle in vagina

    Thai woman endures 18 years pain after nurse leaves needle in vagina

    A Thai woman in the southern province of Narathiwat contacted the Paveena Foundation for Children and Women after a nurse accidentally left a needle in her vagina while stitching her up following childbirth. A community leader in the Cho-airong district of Narathiwat brought the case of the 36 year old victim to the foundation yesterday, November 4. The leader explained…

  • HealthHow Allied Health (Thailand) helps you find dental care in Thailand

    How Allied Health (Thailand) helps you find dental care in Thailand

    Dental care can be expensive. If we followed the advice to visit a dentist every six months, we’d be left with empty wallets. And when specialised treatments like veneers, implants, or braces are needed? The costs can be astronomical. But what if we tell you that there’s a way around it? Instead of skipping check-ups, living with toothaches, or letting…

  • HealthTop reasons to choose Thailand for your healthcare services

    Top reasons to choose Thailand for your healthcare services

    If you’re exploring healthcare services abroad, you’ve likely come across Thailand more than once. This Southeast Asian country has become top-of-mind as a medical tourism destination, attracting people from all around the globe seeking various medical treatments, from complex orthopaedic surgeries to cosmetic procedures and dental care. With the country’s medical tourism industry projected to hit USD 16 billion by…

  • Thailand NewsThai woman left blind and disfigured after misdiagnosis

    Thai woman left blind and disfigured after misdiagnosis

    A Thai woman is demanding accountability and compensation from doctors and a hospital in the Phahonyothin neighbourhood of Bangkok after a misdiagnosis and medicine allergy left her blind and disfigured. The victim, Sasinan, and her husband sought assistance from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after she lost her sight and suffered facial disfigurement due to the recklessness of a doctor at…

  • Thailand NewsThai mother blames hospital birth procedures for baby’s disability

    Thai mother blames hospital birth procedures for baby’s disability

    A Thai woman blamed a hospital medical team in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok for her daughter’s disability, saying a doctor forced her to give birth naturally when a caesarean section was needed. The 46 year old Thai woman, Pattama, lodged a complaint with the Ministry of Public Health since her 10 month old daughter has been unable to use…

  • Thailand NewsIsaan hospital probe urged after alleged misdiagnoses lead to deaths

    Isaan hospital probe urged after alleged misdiagnoses lead to deaths

    Non-profit organisation Be One is demanding an investigation into Phra Thong Kham Hospital in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima following reports of more than 10 patient deaths due to alleged misdiagnoses. The issue came to light after the death of 15 year old Natdanai, who sustained serious head injuries in a motorcycle accident and was admitted to Phra Thong…

  • Thailand NewsRobot surgeons to take over public hospitals after trial success

    Robot surgeons to take over public hospitals after trial success

    In a revolutionary leap for healthcare, robot-assisted surgery is set to be rolled out in more public hospitals following a triumphant trial at Rajavithi Hospital, announced the Department of Medical Services. Rajavithi Hospital began its journey with robotic surgeries in 2020, a visionary project spearheaded by the Ministry of Public Health, according to Dr Amporn Benjapolpitak, head of the department.…

  • Thailand NewsSix month old Thai baby’s foot swollen due to tight pulse band

    Six month old Thai baby’s foot swollen due to tight pulse band

    A six month old baby was hospitalised with severe bruising on his foot after a Thai hospital used an elastic band to measure his pulse, resulting in swelling and discolouration. The incident came to light today when the baby’s 37 year old mother shared images of the injuries on social media, sparking widespread concern and prompting calls for better child…

  • Thailand News36 Laotian babies to receive life-saving surgeries in Thai hospitals

    36 Laotian babies to receive life-saving surgeries in Thai hospitals

    In a heartwarming collaboration, 36 Laotian babies grappling with congenital heart defects are set to undergo free life-saving surgeries in Thai hospitals this year, thanks to a groundbreaking Thai-Lao medical cooperation scheme. The initiative is a beacon of hope for these young patients in Laos, where limited surgical equipment poses a significant challenge. The Thai Red Cross Society, Chulalongkorn Hospital,…

  • Thailand NewsThai rescuer faces death threat for exposing hospital’s refusal to treat foreigner

    Thai rescuer faces death threat for exposing hospital’s refusal to treat foreigner

    A Thai rescuer is facing death threats after he exposed to the local and international news agencies that a private hospital in Bangkok refused to treat a foreigner who later died because of the delay in treatment. The rescuer facing the threats, Kittipong Pimphun, of the Ruam Katanyu Foundation, revealed with Channel 7 that he rescued a Taiwanese man who…

  • Thailand NewsThai woman mistaken for foreigner and charged 100,000 baht more by hospital

    Thai woman mistaken for foreigner and charged 100,000 baht more by hospital

    A Thai woman asked a hospital located in the Pak Kret district of Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, to explain a 250,000 baht bill related to her four-day medical treatment. The hospital later returned 100,000 baht, acknowledging it had mistaken her for a foreigner. The woman in question was 66 year old Jamlong Ninlakorn, the owner of a Thai restaurant in…

  • Thailand NewsCreative nurse channels inner monk to prevent patient’s escape in northeastern Thailand

    Creative nurse channels inner monk to prevent patient’s escape in northeastern Thailand

    A Thai nurse at Aranya Prathet Hospital in the Isaan province of Sa Kaeo donned a monk robe to prevent a psychiatric patient from escaping to make merit with a monk. The nurse’s heartwarming act caught the attention of Thai netizens after his picture was shared on Facebook by another Thai man. The man said in the caption… “The nurses…

  • Thailand NewsThai woman’s fingers and toes amputated during hospital visit for diarrhoea sparks outrage

    Thai woman’s fingers and toes amputated during hospital visit for diarrhoea sparks outrage

    A Thai woman and her husband filed a complaint against a hospital in Chon Buri after a doctor amputated the woman’s fingers and toes during her visit to the hospital for severe diarrhoea. This incident, which took place on April 12, has sparked controversy and speculation, with some netizens suggesting that the amputation was performed to save her life. The…

  • Thailand NewsSize matters: Hospital’s warns of penis enlargement dangers after man’s member gets infected

    Size matters: Hospital’s warns of penis enlargement dangers after man’s member gets infected

    Nakhonping Hospital, situated in the northern province of Chiang Mai, recently issued a warning to men seeking penis enlargement treatments following a distressing incident involving a Burmese man who resorted to using a steel ring in hopes of increasing his size. In a Facebook post shared by the hospital today, it was revealed that a 29 year old Burmese man…

  • Thailand NewsThai doctor condemned for livestreaming surgery

    Thai doctor condemned for livestreaming surgery

    A Thai doctor was condemned after he livestreamed a TikTok video while doing surgery in theatre. The Medical Council of Thailand is searching for the identity of the doctor as it appears he has broken the law. A Thai netizen posted a screenshot of the doctor’s live stream on Twitter with a caption that said, “A minute ago, a doctor…

  • Central Thailand NewsThai doctor slaps a 3 year old for swearing & refuses to treat him

    Thai doctor slaps a 3 year old for swearing & refuses to treat him

    The family of a three year old boy filed a complaint to the police after a male doctor slapped the child in the face and refused to give him treatment. The doctor said he refused to treat the boy because he had insulted him. The child’s 24 year old mother, Sutharat, shared the story on the Facebook page Let Me…

  • Thailand NewsThai medical council refutes claim that private hospitals have foreign doctors on staff

    Thai medical council refutes claim that private hospitals have foreign doctors on staff

    Thai healthcare bosses have dismissed claims by some private hospitals that they have foreign doctors on staff to help with patient care and surgery. According to a Bangkok Post report, the Medical Council of Thailand says there is a limit on the number of foreign doctors allowed to practice in the kingdom. Addressing claims made by some private hospitals, the…

  • Covid-19 NewsRural Doctors Society calls for government transparency on favipiravir supplies

    Rural Doctors Society calls for government transparency on favipiravir supplies

    The Rural Doctors Society has once again taken aim at the Public Health Ministry, demanding it come clean about Thailand’s supply of favipiravir. The antiviral medication is used to treat Covid-19 patients, but needs to be administered in the early stages of the illness. Posting on its Facebook page, the society claims hospitals are running out of the drug and…

  • Thailand NewsMinister says holders of universal healthcare cards can be treated anywhere in the country

    Minister says holders of universal healthcare cards can be treated anywhere in the country

    Thailand’s Public Health Minister says holders of the universal healthcare card can seek treatment at primary care units anywhere in the country. According to a Bangkok Post report, Anutin Charnvirakul says cardholders will no longer have to request a referral from the unit they’re registered at. He says the change is part of reforms to the universal health care service…

  • HealthHow to choose the right hospital for medical tourism in Thailand

    How to choose the right hospital for medical tourism in Thailand

    For many years before the pandemic, Thailand has been one of the top medical tourism destinations. After closing its borders for so many months, the country is finally accepting international medical tourists again. If you’ve decided to make Thailand your medical travel destination, the next thing you should do is decide which hospital in the country you should pick. Selecting a…

  • Thailand video newsThailand News Today | C.O.E replacement, Easing of restrictions, Thai Airways full resumption | Oct 14

    Thailand News Today | C.O.E replacement, Easing of restrictions, Thai Airways full resumption | Oct 14

    Jett goes through all the latest headlines in Thailand that include the new Thailand pass system, further easing of the restriction and curfew in Thailand, health minister disagrees with the PM and the full resumption of Thai Airways starting October 31st.

  • Thailand NewsRed Cross pleads for blood donations due to shortage

    Red Cross pleads for blood donations due to shortage

    The Red Cross Society is pleading with the public to donate blood as Thailand’s hospitals are currently experiencing a severe shortage of blood reserves for patients. The shortage has led to the postponement of multiple surgeries. Director of the National Blood Centre of the Thai Red Cross Society, Dr Dutjai Chaivanichsiri, spoke earlier today to say the Covid situation has…

  • Covid-19 NewsUnused Thai schools to be transformed into field hospitals as infections surge

    Unused Thai schools to be transformed into field hospitals as infections surge

    Empty or unused school buildings across Thailand are to be converted into field hospitals as Covid-19 cases surge and the hospital bed crisis continues. Amporn Pinasa from the Office of the Basic Education Commission has issued an order for all unused buildings to be repurposed as makeshift field hospitals to increase the number of treatment facilities available. With hospitals in…

  • Covid-19 NewsHealth Ministry orders hospitals not to postpone vaccination appointments

    Health Ministry orders hospitals not to postpone vaccination appointments

    The Public Health Ministry has instructed Thai hospitals to honour vaccination appointments, even though they may not have received the number of doses expected. According to Thai PBS World, Satit Pitutacha from the Health Ministry says it’s vital that people over the age of 60, as well as those with 1 or more of 7 underlying health conditions, receive a…