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Bumrungrad International Hospital Thailand

About the Bumrungrad International Hospital

This Thai word is pronounced as Bahm-roong-RAHT that means "care for the people".Located at the Heart of Bangkok, Thailand Bumrungrad International is a very well known, internationally accredited, multi-specialty hospital. It was founded in 1980 and today with 554 beds and over 30 specialty centers it has become the largest private hospital in Southeast Asia. It offers state-of-the-art in diagnostic, therapeutic and intensive care facilities in a one-stop medical.

Recorded, over a million patients annually is served in Bumrungrad and of which over 400,000 are internationals. These include thousands of expatriates who stay in Bangkok or in the nearby countries, added to it visitors who come here for treatment from 190 countries around the world. English is very well spoken here. To serve the special needs of international patients the hospital has a medical coordination office staffed by doctors, nurses, and interpreters. The main Mission of this hospital is to satisfying of patients, improve their quality, so as to make everything they do a "World Class" and are trusted, honest, and ethical in all dealings. A team of experienced hospital administrators from America, Australia, Singapore Thailand, and United Kingdom manages the Bumrungrad International hospital. Its has a US certified Group Medical Director, and other top medical officers were trained from US or UK and most of them held positions at one of top Thailand teaching hospitals.

The Joint Commission International (JCI), the international arm of organization that reviews and accredits American hospitals has accredited Bumrungard and Bumrungrad was the first Asian hospital to be accredited by them. Their checklist includes over all 350 standards, that includes everything from surgical hygiene and anesthesia procedures to the systems in place to credential medical staff and nurses. At 3-year intervals the JCI sends a team to re-review hospitals. Bumrungrad was first time accredited in 2002 and again re-accredited in 2005 and 2008. Not only this Bumrungrad received recertification for treating strokes and heart attacks from The Joint Commission International (JCI) - the leading international evaluator of hospital quality in November, 2009. The distinctions implies that the international standards and latest US clinical guidelines are followed by the the hospital's programs.

Medical Services of Bumrungrad International Hospital

Here are over 700+ nurses and 945 doctors, covering 55 sub-specialties serving the patients. Bumrungard has received the top classification of "A" from the Red Cross which implies "a tertiary care center which should be able to provide quality care in all medical specialties including invasive cardiology, cardiac and neurosurgery." The hospital also includes a 24-hour Emergency Room, 19 operating theatres, four types of intensive care units (adult, pediatric, cardiac and a Level III neo-natal ICU), and a rehabilitation center.

Surgical facilities consist of two cardiac catheterization labs, 19 operating theaters (two specifically set up for cardiac surgery), a surgical navigation system and also endoscopy, arthroscopy, lithotripsy and interventional radiology capabilities.

• Allergy Center
  The Bumrungrad International's Allergy Center understands the need for a comprehensive program for diagnosis and treatment. It's staff are all internationally trained team of allergists and immunologists
  
  They evaluate and treat a full range of allergic conditions which includes :
  • Asthma and allergic rhinitis
  • Food allergies
  • Urticaria (hives)
  • Chronic cough
  • Latex allergy
  • Allergy to stinging insects
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Adverse drug reaction
  • Immunotherapy (allergy vaccines)
  • Primary immunodeficiency evaluation and treatment
  • Patient instruction in correct inhalation technique for asthma inhalers
  
  
• Heart Center
  The Bumrungrad International's Heart Center have brought together the finest Thai and internationally trained medical professionals, world-class technology and the finest facilities are all available here. The Center incorporates comprehensive, holistic approaches towards heart health, that is from prevention and early detection, to diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation which is most important.
  
  
  • Cardiac Diagnostic Investigations which includes Electrocardiogram (EKG), Exercise stress testing, 24-hour Holter (EKG) monitoring, Tilt table testing, Echocardiography, Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) (multi-plane), Exercise echocardiography, Dobutamine stress echocardiogram (for patients unable to exercise on a treadmill), Nuclear cardiology (including stress thallium test), Diagnostic cardiac catheterization (coronary angiogram), Myocardial biopsy, Electrophysiology testing (arrhythmia), MRI angiography, Carotid angiography.
    
  • Cardiac Treatment which inculdes Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA): balloon angioplasty, 24 -hour emergency cardiac intervention (PTCA): Within 30 minutes to allow immediate intervention to reduce the effects of an acute heart attack, Valvuloplasty (balloon valve treatment), Coronary artery stenting, Electrophysiology (arrhythmia) treatment including ablation, Pacemaker implantation, AICD (automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillator), Carotid angioplasty, Congenital heart disease treatment.
    
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery which includes Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) open heart surgery, Valve replacement surgery, Pediatric cardiac surgery, Ventricular septal defect (VSD): closure, Atrial septal defect (ASD): closure, Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA): ligation, Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF): complete repair of all four heart defects, Heart transplant, heart/lung transplant, Abdominal or thoracic aortic aneurysm surgery, Cardiac anesthesiology.
    
  • Cardiac Intensive Care which includes International standard cardiac monitoring, Remote telemetry unit, Intra-aortic balloon pump, External (temporary) pacemaker.
  
  
• Children's Center
  The Bumrungrad International's Children's Center inclues a complete range of services and amenities, so as to meet the unique needs of children from infancy through young adulthood. Their intention to give your child as much comfort as possible, no matter whether your child is here for an outpatient visit or an inpatient stay. Their staff are all world-class pediatricians and pediatric sub-specialists whose neo-natal facilities feature state of the art technology in nurturing and a family-centered environment.
  
  Services offer here are General Pediatrics, Pediatric Developmental Disabilities, Pediatric Allergy, Pediatric Cardiology (heart), Pediatric Critical Care (ICU), Pediatric Endocrinology (diabetes), Pediatric Gastroenterology (digestive system), Pediatric Genetics, Pediatric Hematology (blood), Pediatric Infectious Disease, Pediatric Neonatology (sick infants), Pediatric Nephrology (kidney), Pediatric Neurology (nervous system), Pediatric Pulmonology (lungs), Pediatric Psychiatry, Pediatric Rheumatology, Pediatric Surgery.
  
  
• Dental Center
  The Bumrungrad Hospital's Dental Center provides comprehensive general and specialized care which are delivered by a team of dentists who are highly qualified and internationally trained.
  
  Services offer here are are:
  
  • General Dentistry which includes Exam & consultation, Prophylaxis (cleaning), Scaling/polishing, Filling, Bleaching.
  • Pediatric Dentistry which includes Sealant, Pediatric orthodontics, Fluoride treatment.
  • Orthodontics (Braces) which includes Exam & consultation, Orthodontic procedures.
  • Endodontics which includes Pulp removal and Root canal treatment.
  • Periodontics which includes Root planning and Periodontal treatment
  • Prosthodontics which includes Full dentures and Removable dentures and Crowns & bridges.
  • Oral Surgery which includes Extraction, Impaction, Polypectomy, Drainage.
  • Dental implants which includes Temporomandibular Disorders (TMJ problems).
  
  
• Ear, Nose and Throat Center
  The Bumrungrad Hospital's Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Center have brought together otolaryngologists, audiologists and speech therapists in one center which is specially designed for the diagnosis and proper treatment of conditions related to the ear, nose and throat. Here services includes from consultation on sinus infections to complex head & neck cancer surgery and also artificial hearing device implantation.
  
  
• The Eye Center
  The Bumrungrad International's Eye Center incorporates more than 30 highly trained ophthalmologists who offer a complete range of examination, treatment and surgical options utilizing the latest technologies. Here the Eye Laser Refraction Center includes laser vision correction.
  
  Services offer in this section are:
  
  • Comprehensive vision testing
  • Full eye examination services
  • Pediatric ophthalmology
  • Major & minor eye surgery
  • Retinal surgery
  • Oculoplastic surgery
  • Corneal transplant surgery
  • Cataract surgery/artificial intraocular lens implantation
  • Eye Laser Refraction Center
    • LASIK
    • PRK
  • Ocular prosthesis (artificial eye)
  • Glaucoma treatment
  • Fitting for contact lenses and eyeglasses
  
  
• Neurology and Neurosurgery Center
  Bumrungrad International's Neurology and Neurosurgery Center is recognized for its excellence in neurology. They provide a complete range of diagnostic, therapeutics, surgical and rehabilitation programs for comprehensive treatment and management of neurological disorders.
  
  
  
  • STROKE CENTER : The Stroke Center uses the latest technology to assess patient's risk factors and can recommend specialists or therapies accordingly in order to manage each patient's individual needs.
  • EPILEPSY : The epilepsy specialists here at the Neurology and Neurosurgery Center help patients to manage their disease and also to identify the most effective course of medication for them. Here the physicans analyse and assess the source and cause of seizures by using sophisticated diagnostic techniques, and then work with the patient to control the frequency and severity of epileptic episodes.
  • HEADACHES : Headaches can range from benign, sporadic events to severe chronic episodes and is an everyday medical problem. Normally it is harmless, but headaches can indicate a serious problem that needs to be treated. Specialists at the Center use state-of-the-art in testing and diagnostics to find out the cause of the problem, and recommend treatment or therapies to alleviate the problem.
  • ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND MEMORY IMPAIRMENT : Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia (which is a brain disorder that mainly affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities) and mostly occur in older people. In this the parts of brain that control thought, memory, and language is affected. Accurate diagnosis and skilled medical management are critical because memory problems and dementia can have multiple causes. Here the physicians are specialists at managing such diseases that affect memory and motor skills.
  
  
  • Orthopaedic Center
    The Bumrungrad International's Orthopaedic Center includes a complete range of diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical orthopaedic services. The orthopaedic specialists of this center are trained and experienced from Thailand, USA and Europe and they offer patients a broad array of orthopaedic interventions.
    
    Services offer here are:
    
    • General orthopaedics
    • Spine surgery, including endoscopic microdiscectomy
    • Orthopaedic oncology (musculoskeletal tumors)
    • Treatment of peripheral nerve disorders
    • Metabolic bone diseases: including osteoporosis or diseases resulting in a reduction in bone mass
    • Orthopaedic trauma
    • Pediatric orthopaedics
    • Arthroscopy & sports medicine
    • Joint replacement : Hip replacement and Knee joint replacement
    • Hand surgery
    • Foot surgery
    • Bone lengthening: unique "fit-bone" surgery to correct deformities or increase height
    
    
  • Plastic surgery Center
    The Bumrungrad International's Plastic Surgery Center attracts patients not only from Thailand but also from abroad with its excellent reputation and world-class results.The Plastic Surgery Center is very well known for cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, hair transplantation and related procedures.
    
    
    • Cosmetic Surgery
      Here the experts of cosmetic surgery reshape the structures of the body so as to improve each patient's appearance and more significantly his or her esteem. The Plastic Surgery Center specializes in cosmetic procedures for both men and women.
      Here specialties in cosmetic surgery include : Abdominoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction, Chin Augmentation, Face Lift, Facial Implants, Forehead Lift, Gynecomastia, Liposuction, Liposuction (Adomen), Liposuction (Arms), Liposuction (Both Thighs), Otoplasty, Rhinoplasty- Augmentation, Rhinoplasty- Reduction.
      
      
    • Reconstructive Surgery
      Reconstructive surgery helps patients suffering from injury, congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, infection, tumors or other problems in which the physical structures of the body is affected .
      Here reconstructive surgeons are very experts in a variety of subspecialties which includes : Breast Reconstruction, Facial Bone Reconstruction, Hand Surgery, Maxillofacial Reconstruction, Pediatric Reconstructive Surgery, Post Cancer Reconstruction.
      
      
    • Hair Transplantation
      Hair transplantation is a very easy solution for people having hair loss and this helps people to get back their self esteem. In Hair grafting, hair are taken from denser growing areas, like the sides of the head and back of the scalp, and meticulously placed into the bald or thinning area of the scalp. As live grafts are used, this procedure results to be a more natural and long lasting solution.
      
      
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