< Previous/ ISSUE_12 50 YOUR HEALTHY SOCIETY Vejdusit foundation With recognition for the potential competency and creativity of underprivileged and disabled children, Vejdusit Foundation, under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana Krom Luang Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra continues to extend its efforts in driving change and creating opportunities for these children by launching ‘Unlimited Dreams #3 DO-IT-TOGETHER’. This is a collaboration with leading Thai fashion designers Sretsis, Pantinya, and Greyhound Original, and provides such children valuable experience in designing and producing ‘Adaptive Clothing’ which can be adjusted to fit the varying physiques of persons such as the elderly, sick or disabled. This year, Vejdusit Foundation and the co-creators will offer workshops to provide such children with a unique opportunity to work with the country’s top designers and participate in the design process of Adaptive Clothing. Such an experience can help these children develop their creativity and UNLIMITED DREAMS #3 DO-IT-TOGETHER Tel. 02 -310-3071 Fax: 02-310 -3255 E-mail: Vejdusit@bdms.co.th, Facebook: vejdusit foundation. For further information, please contact ด้วยตระหนักในศักยภาพของเยาวชนผู้พิการและ ผู้ด้อยโอกาส มูลนิธิเวชดุสิต ในพระอุปถัมภ์สมเด็จ พระเจ้าพี่นางเธอ เจ้าฟ้ากัลยาณิวัฒนา กรมหลวง นราธิวาสราชนครินทร์ สานต่อแรงใจสู่น้องๆ พร้อม ปลุกกระแสสังคมต่อเนื่องเป็นปีที่ 3 ด้วยโครงการ “ความฝันไม่มีวันพิการ ปีที่ 3 ร่วม-ลงมือ-ท�า” จับมือแบรนด์ดีไซเนอร์ดัง Sretsis, Pantinya และ Greyhound Original จัดกิจกรรมสอนให้น้อง ผู้พิการและด้อยโอกาสได้มีโอกาสแสดงศักยภาพ ของตนออกมา ด้วยการสร้างประสบการณ์ การท�างานบนสนามจริง พร้อมกับการระดมทุน เพื่อสนับสนุนการพัฒนาทักษะ สร้างอาชีพ และ ร่วมพัฒนานวัตกรรมเพื่อพัฒนาคุณภาพชีวิตและ ความเป็นอยู่ของกลุ่มผู้พิการและผู้ด้อยโอกาสในไทย ผ่านการผลิตและจัดท�า Adaptive Clothing หรือ เสื้อผ้าดัดแปลงในรูปแบบต่างๆ เพื่อผู้มีข้อจ�ากัด ทางร่างกาย ส�าหรับแจกจ่ายให้กับผู้สูงวัย ผู้ป่วย และผู้พิการที่ขาดแคลนทั่วประเทศ ทางมูลนิธิเวชดุสิตฯ ต้องการเป็นอีกแรงหนึ่งใน การเสริมสร้างศักยภาพและโอกาสให้กับเด็กพิการ และด้อยโอกาส เพื่อสามารถเติบโตเป็นผู้ใหญ่ที่มี คุณภาพและประสบความส�าเร็จตามความฝัน โดยโครงการความฝันไม่มีวันพิการ (Unlimited Dreams) ในสองปีที่ผ่านมานั้นประสบความส�าเร็จ เป็นอย่างสูง ไม่ว่าจะเป็นการสร้างกระแสทางสังคม และการสร้างแรงบันดาลใจให้กับน้องๆ ผู้พิการและ ด้อยโอกาส ท�าให้เราได้เห็นความร่วมมือกับ พันธมิตรภาคส่วนต่างๆ ในการจัดท�ากิจกรรม สนับสนุนด้านอาชีพให้กับผู้พิการและผู้ด้อยโอกาส ทางสังคม ตลอดระยะเวลา 33 ปี มูลนิธิเวชดุสิตฯ ถือก�าเนิดขึ้นเพื่อท�าหน้าที่เป็นส่วนหนึ่งใน การช่วยเหลือ และพัฒนาคุณภาพชีวิตของคนไทย ให้ดีขึ้น ผู้ที่สนใจร่วมสนับสนุนโครงการนี้ สามารถบริจาคผ่านการโอนเงินเข้าบัญชีมูลนิธิ เวชดุสิตฯ ธนาคารทหารไทยที่ เลขบัญชี 214-2-05882-1 หรือกดปุ่ม Donation (บริจาค) ที่ Vejdusit Foundation production skills, as well as unleash their inner potential and enthusiasm for further self-development. Aiming to be a key driver in strengthening the capabilities of, and creating equal opportunities for, underprivileged and disabled children, the Unlimited Dreams campaigns - which has been successful since its launch in 2015 – has inspired many such children to grow up to be productive citizens with achievable career goals. The Foundation also calls for those interested in making a difference to such children’s’ lives by supporting the project through donations. To become part of these children’s lives, please donate to Vejdusit Foundation’s TMB bank account number 214-2-05882-1 or visit Vejdusit Foundation. โครงการความฝัน ไม่มีวันพิการ ปีที่ 3 ร่วม-ลงมือ-ท�า/ ISSUE_12 51 BDMS PROMOTION/ ISSUE_12 52 GARUDA EMBLEM CEREMONY AT SAMITIVEJ SUKHUMVIT Dr. Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth, Group CEO & President of the Executive Committee of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, chaired a ceremony on 8th June to mount an official Garuda emblem on Samitivej Sukhumvit’s main building façade. He was joined by numerous hospital executives, doctors, nurses and staff members. BDMS SOCIAL NEWS Event update SCOLIOSIS AWARENESS DAY 2017 For International Scoliosis Awareness Day 2017, Dr. Surangkana Techapaitoon - Director of Samitivej Children’s Hospital, Dr.Saran Intakul - Deputy Hospital Director of Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital and Professor Emeritus Charoen Chotigavanich M.D. - Senior Director at Spine and Joint Center at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital, hosted a variety of activities at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital to increase awareness about the disease. Free scoliosis screening was offered and games were arranged, and the directors also thanked donors who contributed to the Samitivej New Life Scoliosis Fund./ ISSUE_12 53 LOVE YOUR HEART, AWAY FROM DIABETES Dr.Pradub Sukhum, Bangkok Heart Hospital Director and the Cardiovascular surgeons team : Dr. Vitoon Pitiguagool, Dr. Taweesak Chotivatanapong, Dr. Attapoom Susupaus and Dr. Piyapan Pamornsing from Bangkok Heart Hospital, accompanied by Dr.Chanunporn Wipudhsiri - Endocrinology and Metabolism physician at Bangkok Hospital, co-jointly held a seminar titled: ‘Love Your Heart, Away From Diabetes’ to increase awareness about cardiac diseases, Aneurysm, Valve repair, how to control diabetes, provide advice on how to maintain good health and offer complimentary heart checks by specialists. BDMS BANGKOK MARATHON 2017 General Manus Klaimanee - Chairman of the National Jogging Association of Thailand hosted a press conference to announce BDMS Bangkok Marathon 2017 with its theme of ‘Running is Medicine’, 30 th anniversary of the biggest marathon of Thailand. Dr. Paisal Chantarapitak Senior Director of Special Affairs at Bangkok Hospital and Mr. Khosit Aksornchart Deputy Director of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ministry was joined, announcing the 6-kilometre micro-marathon to take place on 23 rd July and the marathons 42.195 km. 21-km. and 10-km. will take place on 19 th November at Phitsanulok Road (Misakawan Intersection). Visit www.bkkmarathon.com for more information./ ISSUE_12 54 BDMS SOCIAL NEWS Event update BNH SOS@HOTEL FOR TOUR GUIDES Dr. Nopparat Panthongwiriyakul - BNH Deputy Director, Mr. Ittirit Kinglek - President of the Tourism Council of Thailand, Mr. Chat Chantanaprayoon - President of the Professional Tourist Guides Association of Thailand, Dr. Thiti Iampaisal - Emergency Medicine Specialist and Project Consultant, Poonsap Promsao - Head of Referral Centre and Project Manager, recently gave a press conference to launch the BNH SOS@Hotel project for tour guides. The project has already been successfully introduced to hotels and aims to create a more enriching tourist experience by enhancing the ability of Thai tour guides to give trust-worthy healthcare information around Thailand. BE SMART DRIVE SAFE Phyathai Sriracha Hospital, in collaboration with Sriracha District and Traffic Operation Control Section of Sriracha police station, arranged a ‘Be Smart Drive Safe’ campaign to encourage Big Bike riders – especially those in Triumph Chonburi group - to wear helmets. A demonstration of basic first aid and life rescue was also included in the campaign. Dr. Thanakom Manthananon - Executive Director of Phyathai Sriracha Hospital also announced a new hospital policy requiring hospital staff to wear helmets whenever on the roads. BANGKOK HOSPITAL SPOTLIGHTS ‘BIKINI INCISION’ TECHNIQUE FOR HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY Dr. Wallob Samranvedhya - Director of Bangkok Hip and Knee Center at Bangkok Hospital held a press conference together with his medical team Dr. Phonthakorn Panichkul, the specialist orthopaedic surgeon in this new technique to announce a new technique for hip replacement surgery called ‘Bikini Incision’ which does not cut off muscle and thus allows patients to recover quicker with less pain, regain mobility faster, and not have to worry about a surgery scar./ ISSUE_12 55 BDMS HOSPITAL NETWORK The Guide/ ISSUE_12 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_12 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 119 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 GYNECOLOGY CENTRE Fast and Advanced Cancer Diagnosis BNH Gynecology Centre focuses on prevention, yet, the specialists are prompt to ease and heal your gynecological problems with fast and advanced diagnosis and treatment modalities. Prevention is Key We focus on prevention first and foremost because it is better than just focusing on the cure • Health consultation, HPV vaccination, and Cervical Cancer screening • Genetic testing for female hereditary cancer, for example, BRCA 1-2 gene test for Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer Fast and Advanced Treatment We have a team of medical specialists who are experienced for complicated diseases at their most critical stages. Patients will be treated with the utmost care and able to resume their normal life smoothly and fast. • We specialise in advanced early women cancer screening and diagnosis such as Cervical Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, and Endometrial Cancer • We also specialise in female reproductive system diseases for example, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome-PCOS, Ovarian Cysts, Thrush, Endometrosis, Fibroids Superb Treatment with Outstanding Innovation Advanced techniques and equipments are keys for great and smooth healing. • We precisely follow the treatment guidelines from the internationally renowned MD Anderson Cancer Centre, ensuring that patients receive the excellent treatment and service standards available. • We provide robotic surgery for patients that need extreme meticulous operation, performed by an experienced team of robotic specialists. • Laparoscopic surgery is also available to minimise pain, blood loss, and length of stay. • For easiest secured self-access, we provide an online check-up report tool called E-Care. The BNH Gynecology Centre provides a professional service with clinical nurse specialists and professional staff who are eager to help you on female reproductive problems. With our dedicated specialists and staff, BNH Gynecology Centre reassures you of high quality care and pleasant experience to help eradicate your problems. Gynecology Centre, 4th floor. Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday, 07.00 – 20.00 For further information or to make an appointment Tel: +(66) 2686-2700 E-mail: info@bnh.co.th • BNH Gynecologist Team/ ISSUE_12 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 Women’s Health offers comprehensive women’s health care services and consultations including obstetric and gynecologic examination, diagnosis and treatment. Services are provided by a team of obstetricians and gynecologists supported by specialized gynecology staff and modern medical equipments. Soaring rates of gynecological surgery are mostly due to uterus disorders, especially because of tumors in the uterus, cervix, endometrium, fallopian tube, ovarian disorders as well as cancer of the reproductive organs may require surgery. In the past, gynecological surgery was considered as major abdominal incision but currently due to the medical innovation and state-of-the art technology, this perception has changed. 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, 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) • 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.com Paolo Hospital Phaholyothin 670/1 Phahonyothin Rd, Khwaeng Samsen Nai, Khet PhayaThai, Bangkok 10400 T : +66 (0) 2271 7000 | F : +66 (0) 2271 4454 | W : paolohospital.com Gynecologic endoscopy Involves using a high-magnitute endoscope to operate in internal organs and observe pathogens that are invisible to the naked eye. The endoscope displays a magnified image on the monitor using advanced medical technology, so that only 2 to 3 abdominal incisions of 0.5-1 cm are incurred by the doctor. This type of surgery is therefore very popular at present.Next >