1. Orthopedic (Bone & Joint)

2. Summary Many orthopedic surgeons in Thailand have been educated or trained in Western countries such as the United States, United Kingdom or Canada. Photo provided by Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital

3.  Thailand features internationally accredited medical facilities Hospitals specializing in cardiac treatment can diagnose precisely what treatment you may need and how to proceed to dramatically extend your life and improve your health. Many Thai hospitals use Hospital Accreditation (HA), a four-stage process that combines self-assessment and peer assessment to judge performance levels against established standards and identify methods of improvement. Why Thailand?

4. The physicians, surgeons and nurses have been meticulously trained to the highest levels, while many specialists have been conducting researches and gaining experiences at the world’s best medical institutes with some even leading the field in which they specialize. Why Thailand?  Thailand’s medical professionals are highly qualified Many Thai doctors and surgeons practicing today have won awards for their work and endeavors and more than 500 doctors practicing in Thai hospitals are American Board Certified. Photo provided by Bumrungrad International Hospital

5.  Cost saving The cost of medical treatments in Thailand is significantly lower compared to identical treatments in the developed world. In fact, treatments in Thailand are typically far less expensive than elsewhere in the world.  No waiting lists Appointments for treatment can be arranged. There are enough qualified surgeons that there is little, if any, waiting for scheduling even the most complex and invasive procedures. Why Thailand?

6.  Thailand’s medical technology is state-of- the-art. Why Thailand? Photo provided by Bumrungrad International Hospital All of Thailand’s leading hospitals feature state-of-the-art technology that helps them provide the highest degree of medical treatment and service

7. Price Ranges TreatmentPrice range (USD) Ankle Fusion13,000-15,600 Total Hip Replacement14,350-15,350

8. 1. Ankle Fusion 2. Total Hip Replacement 3. Hip Resurfacing 4. Rotator Cuff Surgery List of procedures

9. 5. Arthroscopic Knee Surgery 6. Elbow Replacement 7 Knee Replacement 8. Osteoarthritis of the Knee Program 9. Shoulder Arthroscopy List of procedures

10. Samples of Medical Service Providers Bangkok Hospital www.bangkokhospital.com Bangkok Hospital Phuket www.phukethospital.com/ Bangkok Hospital Pattaya www.bangkokpattayahospital.com/en/index.php BNH Hospital www.bnhhospital.com/ Bumrungrad International Hospital www.bumrungrad.com/

11. Samples of Medical Service Providers Chiangmai Ram Hospital http://www.chiangmairam.com/ Praram 9 Hospital www.praram9.com/ Phuket International Hospital www.phuketinternationalhospital.com/ Phyathai Group of Hospitals www.phyathai.com/phyathai/new/index.php Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital http://www.samitivejhospitals.com/

12. Medical Tourism Destinations Bangkok Phuket Koh Samui ChiangMai Pattaya Photos provided by Tourism Authority of Thailand

13. Post – Treatment in Thailand Shopping Beaches Spas DiningSightseeing Photos provided by Tourism Authority of Thailand

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15. www.ThailandMedTourism.com A Global Center of Excellence For Medical Tourism