< Previous/ ISSUE_17 50 BDMS PROMOTIONe-mail: vejdusit@bdms.co.th Donations can be made through Vejdusit Foundation‘s saving account number 214-2-05882-1 Thai Military Bank Bangkok Hospital Branch **Donation receipts can be used for tax deduction** is a project to help the underprivileged for having a better life in the health. With the team of Bangkok Hospital Pediatricians, Pediatric Nursing, the volunteer to provide the medical care to the underprivileged. The project is ongoing on a monthly basis. In 1st Quarter of this year, Vejdusit Foundation have been arranged and launched the Health Road Trip to health check-up for slum children at Baan Hang Khum Wuang in On Nut garbage dump, Baan Som Wai in Klong Toey community and Baan Srinagarindra in Nong Kham garbage dump.With the lack of nutrients, health issues and development problems, the medical team advises teachers and parents on child care and gives the medicines. With giving and sharing your valuable money, it can bring these underprivileged growing up to be a healthy and high quality adults. Vejdusit Foundation Health Road Trip/ ISSUE_17 52 BDMS SOCIAL NEWS Event update PHYATHAI SRIRACHA CELEBRATES SONGKRAN FESTIVAL Phyathai Sriracha Hospital celebrated the Songkran Festival with doctors on duty dressed in traditional Thai dress. This charming celebration of the Thai New Year tradition put smiles on the faces of patients and their visitors. In addition, the hospital also presented adorable traditional Thai clothes for all the new-borns, giving their parents and family members sweet and memorable moments of their first Songkran Festival together. These clothes had been thoroughly cleaned with baby-friendly products, so parents could be ensured about the high hygiene standards upheld by Phyathai Sriracha Hospital. ‘LET POLICE KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE, LET PHYATHAI 2 KEEP YOUR HEALTH SOUND’ Royal Thai Police cooperated with Phyathai 2 Hospital to organise the ‘Let police keep your home safe, let Phyathai 2 keep your body sound’ project for residents of the Ari area in Bangkok only for the Songkran period. The ‘Police I Lert U’ mobile application permitted residents to alert the police 24/7 when help was needed or to contact Phyathai 2 Hospital’s emergency line for an ambulance running within Ari area, free of charge. Materials on CPR were also provided to Ari residents. The caravan announcing the project was led by Pol. Maj. Gen. Yingyos Thepjumnong, Ph.D., Deputy National Police Spokesman, and Capt.(Ret.) Dr. Yongyuth Mayalarp, Director of Corporate Partnership and Social Responsibility (CPS), together with policemen and Phyathai 2 Hospital staff. FIGHT CANCER WITH STRONG MENTAL HEALTH HOPE Center at Phyathai 2 Hospital revealed its philosophy for taking care of cancer patients, including the importance of mental health while fighting cancer, during the talk ‘How To Happily Fight Cancer’ in 28th March 2018 that was chaired by Dr. Anantasak Apairatana, Director of Phyathai 2 Hospital. The talk was led by Dr. Prasan Kachonrattanadet, Ms. Thithiporn Chimmoung, Ms. Pakamas Yenchum and joined by Ms. Pimmada Borriraksupakorn, the famous actress and singer who has previously fought cancer, who all shared their expertise and experiences on how to fight cancer through strong mental health. / ISSUE_17 53 BNH PROVIDES FREE ECHOCARDIOGRAMS As part of BNH Hospital’s ‘Get and Give 2018: It’s so Good’ project, Dr. Nopparat Panthongwiriyakul, Deputy Director of BNH Hospital, together with nurses and other medical staff, provided free heart check-ups with echocardiograms to officers at Chang Hua Man Royal Project in Petchaburi on 9 th April 2018. They were all warmly welcomed by Mr. Thanin Nakornchaikul, Chang Hua Man Royal Project’s Deputy Manager. ‘BE HEALTHY, DRIVE SAFE DURING SONGKRAN FESTIVAL 2018’ BY PHYATHAI 3 HOSPITAL In collaboration with Bang Sao Thong Police Station and Road Accident Victims Protection Co. Ltd., Phyathai 3 Hospital organized a ‘Be Healthy, Drive Safe During Songkran Festival 2018’ campaign around Bangwaek-Ratchapruk intersection which aimed to promote safety and reduce losses from road accidents during the 7-day-long Songkran holiday. The campaign was led by Mr. Supakorn Pawanna, Director of Marketing at Phyathai 3 Hospital, and Dr. Apichai Tovanabutra, Emergency Medicine Specialist and Head of Clinic Emergency Trauma, and joined by marketing executives and police officers from Bang Sao Thong Police Station who were all dressed in traditional Thai dress. Drinking water, energy drinks and sour Mamuang Nam Pla Wan were given to drivers in this area to help them stay awake throughout their journey. The team also encouraged motorcyclists to wear safety helmets. HEALTHY AYUDHAYA CAMPAIGN Bangkok Hospital Hatyai promoted Thai culture conserving and health care activities by launching "BHH Healthy Ayudhaya" campaign during April 2018. The activities related to convince hospital staff, management, and customer wearing traditional Thai costume as well as promoted emergency medical service to local and tourists group during Songkran Festival./ ISSUE_17 54 BDMS SOCIAL NEWS Event update PHYATHAI SRIRACHA HOSPITAL PRESERVES THAI SONGKRAN TRADITIONS Phyathai Sriracha Hospital hosted a traditional water-blessing ceremony to show respect to elders during the Thai lunar New Year, led by Dr. Chanchai Leesomprasong, Medical Director, and Maneenarj Pattanakol, Executive Director. They were joined by many doctors, nurses and staffs at the OPD on 10 th April 2018. Additionally, on 13 rd April 2018, the management team accompanied by nurses and staff visited inpatient wards to conduct the water-blessing ceremony for elder patients. The traditional ceremony was filled with warm rapport between the patients, their visitors and the staff of Phyathai Sriracha Hospital. ‘MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY (MIS): TOTAL BODY’ PRESS CONFERENCE Dr. Matinee Maipang, Assistant CEO Group 1 and Bangkok Hospital Director, Dr. Pradub Sukhum, Senior Director of Bangkok Heart Hospital, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prasert Lertsanguansinchai, IPU Director of Wattanosoth Hospital jointly hosted a press conference on ‘Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS): Total Body’ to introduce the MIS technique which helps keeping more organs safe and resulting in more effective treatment, in accordance with the ‘less is more’ concept. Other participants were Dr. Yingchi Wang, Obstetrician-Gynaecologist specialisting in laparoscopic surgery at the Women’s Health Center at Bangkok Hospital, Dr. Pornthep Mamanee, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Bangkok Academy of Sports and Exercise Medicine (BASEM), Bangkok Hospital, Dr. Attapoom Susupaus, Thoracic and Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Bangkok Heart Hospital, and Dr. Wutthi Sumetchotimaytha, Surgical Oncologist at Wattanosoth Hospital. TRAUMA DAY 2018: BANGKOK HOSPITAL READY TO SERVE DURING SONGKRAN FESTIVAL Dr. Matinee Maipang, Assistant CEO Group 1 and Bangkok Hospital Director, together with the management team, chaired a press conference on ‘Trauma Day 2018: Bangkok Hospital ready to deal with emergency accidents during Songkran festival’ and combining it with treatment by interdisciplinary medical teams for patients in emergency accident cases with Trauma injuries : complicated fractures including hand, hip, jaw or facial. The medical team was led by Dr. Ekkit Surakarn, senior director at Bangkok Trauma Center, Dr. Vajara Phiphobmongkol, Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Yongsakdi Liengudom, Director of Bangkok Orthopedic Center, and DDS. Chainarong Kosolsupasirichai, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at Bangkok Hospital./ ISSUE_17 55 BDMS HOSPITAL NETWORK The Guide/ ISSUE_17 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 is built upon the art, creativity and 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 science of healing instilled in our five-fold mission LIFE CENTER, SAMITIVEJ SUKHUMVIT HOSPITAL WELLBEING HEALTH CENTER Our philosophy is that ‘prevention’ is far better than ‘remedy’, and this is why the Life Center, Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital was established as a centre for optimal long-term wellbeing. About the Life Center The centre conducts continuous research on the causes of health problems, especially those which may not be detected by a standard medical health check-up, using holistic medicine methodologies. This approach enables early detection of issues and, together with highly specialist tests for genetics and specific medical 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 conditions, early prevention is enabled with patients’ optimal long-term wellbeing as the goal. One effect of this approach is to slow down cell deterioration in patients’ bodies. Our Team Life Center at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital is staffed with highly experienced doctors certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging Medicine who will provide personalized advice on lifestyle modification following the holistic health methodology of analysing your internal health and your external lifestyle. Their • 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 recommendations will provide the optimal wellbeing lifestyle for your longevity, aided by a mix of customized supplements and exercise routine. Our Services and Health Programs: • Anti-aging health check-up for free radicals and anti-oxidant levels, hidden inflammations, metallic poison and hormone levels, vitamin and mineral levels, etc. • Personalized vitamins and supplements • Natural hormone replacement and hormone-balancing • Treatment to boost vitamins via bloodstream to enhance efficiency • Treatment to reduce toxics and metallic poison levels For more infomation please contact T: +66(0) 2 022 2749 – 50 E: svhlife@samitivej.co.th Call Center : +66 (0) 2022 2222 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_17 57 Call Center : 0-2944-7111 943 Phaholyothin Road, Samsannai, Phyathai, Bangkok 10400 E : onestop@phyathai.com | T : +66 (0) 2617 2444 ext. 2020 | F : +66 (0) 2619 8555 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 Nawamin International Hospital was founded in 1995 as “Srisiam Hospital”. General Prem Tinsulanonda, President of the Privy Council and statesman attended the opening ceremony as the guest of honour of the medium-sized private hospital located on BNH HOSPITA L Your Trustworthy Lifetime Healthcare Companion PHYATHAI HOSPITA L A MEMBER OF BDMS A MEMBER OF BDMS Nawmin – Ramindra Km.8 Road, under the name of Thai Medical Centre Public Company Limited, with specialist doctors and 140 beds ready to support patients. 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 There are several spinal disorders which require different treatments; therefore treatments will be tailored to a patient’s diagnosis. A specialist’s expertise in the field, together with cutting edge technology are paramount in determining the best possible treatment plan and medical care. BNH Spine Centre has a highly qualified team of physicians who specialize in spinal disorders using cutting edge medical technology • Robotic Spine Surgery • Lateral lumbar interbody fusion (PROlat) • eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) • Minimal Access Spine Surgery (MASS) • Total Artificial Disc Replacement (TADR) • Percutaneous Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty As well as Orthopedic Surgery specialists, there are specialists in spinal disorders ensuring an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment such as Anesthesiology and Pain Management, Neurological Surgery and Rehabilitation. The BNH Spine Centre is pleased to provide consultations on conditions of spinal discomfort and disorders. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 02-022-0700 • Team of Specialists • Robotic Spine Surgery Later in 2010, Srisiam Hospital became a part of Paolo Memorial, under the name of “Paolo Memorial Nawamin Hospital”. There were development of the building and branding as a one-stop medical center with modern technologies and under the concept of “Non-stop development for a better life”. Until 2014, Paolo Memorial Nawamin Hospital turned to a part of Phyathai Hospital under the name of “Phyathai Nawamin Hospital”. Quality of services and technologies have been improved, in order to treat complicated cases to reach the standard of Phyathai Hospital for the best advantage that patients will receive. The development also includes launching specialized centers such as: • Knee & Hip Arthroplasty Center: We provide treatment for skeletal system, muscle, ligament, nerves, and joint by orthopedic surgeons with modern technology for accurate and appropriate treatment, including Computer Assisted Navigation in TKA and THA. Experienced anesthetists are there to help decrease after-surgery pain, together with nurses to provide good care, and physiatrists to give consultation to patients about getting back to their normal life. • Spine & Brain Institute: We provide one-stop services on spine and brain, which includes providing consultation by highly experienced specialist doctors. • Beyond Health Center: We provide one-stop services by specialist doctors, registered nurses, and specialized care team with modern medical instruments. • International Customer Service Center: We provide professional consultation to help you plan for accurate and immediate treatment. We are accepted internationally because of our economic yet very competitive prices, and standard care and services./ ISSUE_17 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 >