< Previous/ ISSUE_10 50 YOUR HEALTHY SOCIETY Vejdusit foundation Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) is showing its support for recruitment of disabled persons - in accordance with Sections 33 and 35 of the Person with Disabilities Empowerment Act – by employing them in suitable positions such as concessions or contractors. This initiative aims to employ 10,000 persons with disabilities by year-end, leading to improved opportunities, income, integrity and independence. BDMS firmly believes that this project will contribute to national progress to reduce social inequality. POSITIVE ABOUT DISABLED PEOPLE โครงการสร้าง อาชีพแด่ผู้พิการ Tel. 02 -310-3071 Fax: 02-310 -3255 E-mail: Vejdusit@bdms.co.th, Facebook: vejdusit foundation. For further information, please contact เครือโรงพยาบาลกรุงเทพ เครือโรงพยาบาล สมิติเวช โรงพยาบาลบีเอ็นเอช เครือโรงพยาบาล พญาไท เครือโรงพยาบาลเปาโล และกลุ่มบริษัท ในเครือ บมจ. กรุงเทพดุสิตเวชการฯ ร่วมสร้าง อาชีพแด่คนพิการให้มีงานท�า มีรายได้ที่มั่นคง พึ่งพาตัวเองได้ และช่วยลดความเหลื่อมล�้า ทางสังคมกว่า 305 อัตรา ตลอดปี 2560 จ�านวนเงินกว่า 33 ล้านบาท กลุ่มโรงพยาบาลในเครือบริษัท กรุงเทพดุสิต เวชการ จ�ากัด (มหาชน) ได้สนับสนุนการจ้างงาน ผู้พิการ และปฏิบัติตามมาตรา 35 โดยจัดพื้นที่ เพื่อจ�าหน่ายสินค้า หรือจ้างเหมาบริการแรงงาน คนพิการ เพื่อร่วมบรรลุเป้าหมายของการทรวง แรงงาน และส�านักงานกองทุนสนับสนุนการ สร้างเสริมสุขภาพ ที่จะจ้างงานคนพิการให้ได้ 10,000 คน ภายในปี 2560 / ISSUE_10 51 45 TH MILESTONE To mark the 45th anniversary of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, Dr. Prasert Prasarttong-osoth - Group CEO & President – led the executive team to make merit to monks on 26 February. The occasion was also used to emphasize and strengthen the group’s identity, and solidify team morale. YOUR HEALTHY SOCIETY Event update/ ISSUE_10 52 BDMS SOCIAL NEWS Event update BANGKOK HOSPITAL LAUNCHES ‘GI MOTILITY UNIT’ Deputy Hospital Director of Bangkok Hospital Dr. Santi Ueanoraset recently congratulated Prof. Dr. Varocha Mahachai, Senior Director of Bangkok GI & Liver Center, and gastroenterologist Dr. Kulthep Rattanakovit, on the opening of the GI Motility Unit at Bangkok Hospital. The newly-established unit provides practical treatment by using experienced doctors and specialists, together with modern technologies for Accurate and effective diagnosis, to cure motile difficulties in both upper and lower gastrointestinal tract of patients. CANCER AWARENESS MONTH - EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES Visiting Prof. Thiravud Khuhaprema, M.D. & Director of Wattanosoth Hospital, presided over the ‘We Can I Can: Early Detection Saves Lives’ press conference at Wattanosoth Hospital – a campaign for Cancer Awareness Month. Also on hand were Prof. Supakorn Rojananin, M.D. & PCU Director of the Breast Center, Assoc. Prof. Prasert Lertsanguansinchai, M.D. & IPU Director of Wattanosoth Hospital, and Hematologist & Medical Oncologist Dr. Potjana Jitawatanarat who provided statistics and incidents on cancer cases in Thailand, as well as offered measures for prevention and treatment. PHYATHAI SRIRACHA HOSPITAL ORGANIZES ‘STAY YOUNG TOGETHER’ EVENT Anti-Aging Medicine is advanced scientific and medical technology for in-depth analysis of the functioning of human cells for early detection and prevention of aging, and treatments. The ‘Stay Young Together’ event included a seminar on: ‘The slow decay of the body with anti-aging’ by Dr. Hathairat Thongplang the Anti-Aging and Regenerative Specialist, and Miss Chonlada (Kae) Makeratree the super star. Attendees showed great interest in the anti-aging program, with a starting price at THB 3,900. For more updates on activities, news and promotions contact FB: @pytsfanpage or Line: @PTSHEALTH./ ISSUE_10 53 DOING OUR BEST FOR OUR BELOVED KING RAMA 9 In dedication to the memory of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great, Bangkok Hospital Pattaya initiated a project offering flu vaccinations to monks and nuns in Pattaya, Banglamung and Chonburi, as well as clean nine temples in neighbouring communities. N HEALTH LAUNCHES MEDICAL LABORATORY CENTRE FOR THE PEOPLE OF MYANMAR Mr. Narongrid Galaputh, CEO of Non-Hospital Group of BDMS and Managing Director of National Healthcare Systems Co., Ltd. (N Health), announced that N Health has established the first government-licensed private medical laboratory centre in Yangon, the commercial hub of Myanmar, as a joint venture with two leading Myanmar organizations namely Sea Lion Group, a reputable leader in healthcare and various industries, and Bahosi Hospital, a leading private institution. The laboratory center aims at supporting large hospitals for high-end genetic tests, allergy tests, as well as evaluations for tuberculosis, malaria, and dengue virus. Moreover, it intends to provide standard analytical services, including medical check-ups for small and medium-sized hospitals./ ISSUE_10 54 BDMS SOCIAL NEWS Event update PHYATHAI 3’S ‘NEEDY PATIENT TREATMENT PROGRAM’ RETURNS CLEAR SIGHT Cataracts is a medical condition of the elderly, in which the eye lens becomes progressively opaque and results in blurred vision. Mr. Pramual Thongpratum, a 79-year-old who survived on income made by occasionally singing, suffered from cataracts but the THB 700 of government benefit he was entitled to was not enough for cataracts treatment. Phyathai 3 Hospital offered the treatment free-of-charge, courtesy of their ‘needy patient treatment program’, and Mr. Pramual is now enjoying life with clear eyesight again. There are now over 10 cataract cases outstanding on the program, and more than 70 osteoarthritis cases. BNH’S 119 TH ANNIVERSARY Lt. Gen. Dr. Chirdchai Chiemchaisri - Chairman of the Board of Directors BNH Medical Centre Ltd., Dr. Somsiri Sakolsatayadorn - Group 2 Executive Advisor, were the guests of honour presiding over BNH Hospital's 119 th Anniversary celebration in February and were given a warm welcome by Dr. Piyapatr Nabhawacharakul, BNH Hospital Director, and the management team. Guests of honour in attendance: Dr. Chokchai Jarusiripipat, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Group 2, and Dr. Nivat Jeegungwal, Director of Samitivej Thonburi Hospital. On this occasion BNH Hospital announced its 4 Centers of Excellence: Gynecologic Oncology, Spine and Joint, Stroke, and Acute Myocardial Infarction, which were the highlights for 2017. BDMS COLLABORATES WITH DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CANCER Dr. Chatree Duangnet, COO and EVP - Medical Affairs at BDMS, Dr. Poramaporn Prasarttong-Osoth, CEO - Group 1, Visiting Prof. Thiravud Khuhaprema, M.D. & Hospital Director of Wattanosoth Hospital, Dr. Theerapol Topanthanont, Director-General at the Department of Medical Services, and Dr. Weerawut Imsamran, Director of National Cancer Institute of Thailand, recently gathered at Wattanosoth Hospital to sign a memorandum of academic and research collaboration for the treatment for patients with cancer. / ISSUE_10 55 BDMS HOSPITAL NETWORK The Guide/ ISSUE_10 56 The Guide BDMS HOSPITAL NETWORK Bangkok Hospital Chanthaburi provides a 24-hour service to patients based in eastern Thailand and the bordering Cambodian areas. Its highly-experienced team of doctors and nurses receive continuous training, knowledge exchange in specialist topics and new medical findings to At Samitivej, our vision is to become provider of the highest quality for both emotional and physical healthcare services. We offer a full range of services that covers preventive, protective, curative and rehabilitative measures. Our commitment to excellence BANGKOK HOSPITAL CHANTABURI SAMITIVEJ HOSPITAL Totally, Truly Care A MEMBER OF BDMS A MEMBER OF BDMS increase their capabilities to handle wide-ranging medical cases. The hospital is certified by ISO 9001:2008 as well as Hospital Accreditation (HA), guaranteeing quality medical service from its multi- disciplinary teams of specialists, and medical technologies. + BANGKOK HOSPITAL CHANTHABURI’S MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES INCLUDE: • Electronic Medical Record system (EMR) • Radiology Center which is equipped with X-ray (general and portable), Magnetic Resonance is built upon the art, creativity and science of healing instilled in our five-fold mission THE LIVER AND DIGESTIVE INSTITUTE specializes in endoscopy and offers full-cycle diagnostic services and treatment for diseases related to liver and gastrointestinal (GI) system, such as virus infection, alcoholism, cirrhosis, fatty liver, pancreatitis, gallstones and many more illnesses. Samitivej also specializes in cutting edge and tertiary treatment such as liver transplants. LIVER AND DIGESTIVE INSTITUTE, a collaborative programme with Japanese Hospital SANO. The Imaging (MRI), 64-Slice CT Scan , Dental X-ray, Mammogram, Ultrasound, and PACS. • Specialist clinics and centres: • Surgery Clinic • Orthopaedics Clinic • Plastic Surgery Clinic • Internal Medicine Clinic • Eye Clinic • Ear Nose and Throat Clinic Institute specializes in endoscopy and offers full-cycle diagnostic services and treatment of liver and gastrointestinal diseases. The two hospitals have also launched a medical exchange programme allowing Samitivej doctors to study innovative medical techniques from their counterparts in Japan. SANO HOSPITAL recently introduced the Narrow Band Imaging technique to Samitivej Hospital. It applies the use of specific green and blue lights • Heart Clinic • GI and Liver Center • Pediatrics Center • Women’s Health Center • Skin Care and Beauty Center • Health Promotion Center • Rehabilitation Center • Emergency and Accident Center • Critical Care Center • Dental Center • Haemodialysis Center to enhance the details and other obscure aspects of a gastrointestinal endoscopy. The efficiency of the newly-developed Narrow Band Image International Colorectal Endoscopic Classification (NICE) with magnification technique is increased. The Liver and Digestive Institute uses the latest medical innovations and technologies. We are equipped with a team of specialists who draw from years of training and experience both in Thailand and abroad to provide Thai, expatriate and international patients with the most accurate diagnosis and best treatment plan for a variety of liver-related diseases and digestive ailments. The Institute is located on the second floor of Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital. Call Center : +662-0-222-222 E : info@samitivej.co.th | W : www.samitivejhospitals.com For further information please contact: Address : 25/14 Thaluang Rd., T. Watmai, A. Mueang, Chanthaburi 22000 T : +66 (0) 3931 9888 | www.chanthaburihospital.com mobile app :/ ISSUE_10 57 Phyathai 3 Hospital 111 Phet Kasem Road, Pak Khlong Phasi Charoen, Phasi Charoen, Bangkok 10160 E : webcenter@phyathai.com | www.phyathai.com F : +66 (0) 2467-6515 | T : +66 (0) 2467-1111 BNH Hospital has become Thailand’s first private international hospital, warmly accepted by patrons throughout its 118 years of memorable history. BNH promises to provide ever greater treatment and services of the highest calibre. Phyathai 3 Hospital has been established in Thailand since 1996. With over 18 years of experience, its ambition is to expand its services to offer satisfactory medical treatment not only to patients in the Western area, but also cater to foreign and international patients. BNH HOSPITA L Your Trustworthy Lifetime Healthcare Companion PHYATHAI HOSPITA L A MEMBER OF BDMS A MEMBER OF BDMS The hospital is composed of 1 building that can accommodate 500 beds of in-patient cases and 54 diagnostic rooms completely equipped with modern day medical technology and equipment. It can service 2,000 out-patient cases daily. The hospital provides highly qualified medical personnel, complete health services and facilities in all health departments. Our cardiac center is affiliated with Bangkok hospital cardiac unit or Bangkok heart center which comprises of the best cardiac surgeons in Thailand. Our hospital established the Arthroplasty Institute with the vision to provide the best services available in this field. We are proud to say that our specialists have accumulated at least 15 years of experience, with not less than 2,000 knee surgeries performed that has yielded a 98% success rate that will assure you to be able to walk after a day of surgery. With a good rating of successful surgical procedures, it is true to say that we have mastered this intensive procedure with an assurance of a positive and speedy recovery. Phyathai 3 hospital aims to be the leading hospital with its excellence, expertise, affordability without compromising the quality of medical treatment to give outstanding service in the Western part of Thailand. Our mission is to be able to provide Medical service to a wide bracket of customers by offering reasonable prices without compromising quality, safety and medical technology. Here, we integrate the international medical expertise, with traditional Thai hospitality. For further information please contact: Address : 9/1, Convent Road, Silom, Bangkok 10500, Thailand T : +66 (0) 2686 2700|F : +66 (0) 2632 0579|E : info@bnh.co.th |W : www.BNHhospital.com BNH SPINE CENTRE The first comprehensive spine treatment centre in Thailand with a highly qualified team of physicians who specialize in spine treatment. It offers the highest standards of medical care, and its team of specialists is acknowledged for their expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of spine conditions, including using state-of-the-art technology for effective treatment of spinal ailments. MINIMAL ACCESS SPINE SURGERY (MASS) MASS is a minimally invasive procedure that consists of making 1.6-2.0 cm incisions in the back, through which the surgeon inserts a small tube to the spine, used in combination with an endoscope, makes the operation very precise and effective resulting in small wounds, low risk of infection, reduced bleeding, minimal pain and disability, and faster recovery. TOTAL ARTIFICIAL DISC REPLACEMENT (TADR) TADR is a surgical procedure that replaces degenerative discs of the lumbar or cervical spine with artificial discs that are designed to imitate the functions of a natural disc and allow as normal as possible motion after surgery. PERCUTANEOUS VERTEBROPLASTY / KYPHOPLASTY Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that is designed to relieve the pain of compression fractures associated with osteoporosis or spinal tumors. Bone cement is injected into the fractured spine to relieve pain and strengthen vertebral bodies. Both Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty are performed under local or general anesthesia, which offers speedy and long-term relief from osteoporosis-related back pain. To make an appointment and for further information, please contact: BNH Spine Centre, BNH Hospital Tel: 0-2686-2700 E-mail: info@BNH.co.th/ ISSUE_10 58 The Guide BDMS HOSPITAL NETWORK Paolo Hospital is a 260 bed, full service medical center equipped with cutting-edge and modern medical technologies in a modern environment. Our medical staff with vast academic knowledge, experience and professionalism. Royal Phnom Penh Hospital is a tertiary care hospital managed and operated by Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Co.LTD (BDMS) Started in 1972, BDMS is the largest operator of private hospitals in Thailand and Southeast Asia. PAOLO HOSPITA L Cure that embraces Heartfelt Care : Humanized Healthcare ROYAL PHNOM PENH HOSPITAL A MEMBER OF BDMS A MEMBER OF BDMS PERSONALIZED REJUVENATION CENTER Provides a health care one stop service for responding to situations and Thai’s needs by aiming at holistic medicine, focusing on an illness’ reason including repairing everybody- system by diagnosis and treatment continually. Having a thoroughly blood drawing with a technology, residue Heavy metal test, daily routine, and family history comprehensive history taking to make a greatest personal suitably treatment. A TEAM OF MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD OF PERSONALIZED REJUVENATION CENTER Medical Advisory Board of Paolo Wellness Center is comprised of well-experienced medical staff who expertise in the field of medical holistic treatments and Anti-Aging Internist graduated Royal Phnom Penh medical team consists of 40 medical doctors from Thailand, Cambodia, the United States, Switzerland, France etc. The medical support services are provided by many well-known professional organizations. It is no doubt that Royal Phnom Penh Hospital will be a perfect healthcare provider for Cambodian and international patients in Cambodia. SCOPE OF SERVICES • 7/24 Emergency /Trauma Care services • Hotel and House call services • Health promotion and checkup programs • Comprehensive basic services (Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Surgery, Orthopedics, from USA. People generally understand “Anti-aging Medicine” as a kind of beauty, how to reduce facial wrinkles, brighten skin but in the fact that it is more important than that. It is “Restoring the health from inside and deeply to every cells of the body”. Anti-aging can be said as a kind of prevention of age. It can be actually slowly down the age as nobody like to be old. In the fact, prevention of age means to prevent the diseases and how to slow down it. We have to see how to keep our body balance such as what we have taken each day, it is covered enough or not. Absorption of intestine is working well or not. Nutrient or vitamin Dentistry, Hemodialysis, Health Checkup, Radiology, Inpatient Admission, Intensive Care Unit) • Provision of expert consultation and rapid patient referral service for treatment at Bangkok Hospital Medical Center • Affiliation with all major international insurances MODERN EQUIPMENT • MRI 1.5 Tesla • CT 128 slices • Digital Mammography • C-Arm • Bone Density Scan • Operating rooms are ready for major surgeries such as abdominal surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, gynecological surgery etc. • Intensive care Unit (ICU) taken is more or less. If it is over, we should reduce. If it less, we should add in order to keep balance for all working system. WHY CHOOSE US? : PERSONALIZED REJUVENATION CENTER For Hormone Replacement Therapies (HRT) of Personalized Rejuvenation Center, we use Bioidentical Hormone in our treatment that is beneficial to human body. The medical specialists that qualify in international standard will provide the treatment for each person differences and intensively follow up the results for the effective treatment. The objective of Paolo Wellness Center is not only to cure diseases but also to make sure that everyone will be healthy on our watch. Doctor Thorranas Krataithong Anti-aging Internist Paolo Hospital Phaholyothin • Digital assistance technology for Radiology such as PACS, and computerized hospital information system (HIS) MEDICAL EVACUATION Land and Air Evacuation Service is dedicated by Bangkok Hospital team for providing people throughout Cambodia with the quality of pre-hospital medical emergency care and patient transport to higher level care provider in the nearby countries. Royal Phnom Penh hospital No.888 Russian Blvd. Sangkat Toeuk Thla, Khan Sen Sok, Phnom Penh Cambodia T : +66 (0) 23991 0000 | F : +66 (0) 2398 6992 | E : info@royalphnompenhhospital.com W : www.royalphnompenhhospital.comNext >